Health Problems

What Are Hives? Hives are pink or red bumps or slightly raised patches of skin. Sometimes, they have a pale center. Hives usually itch, but they also can burn or sting. Hives can happen anywhere on the body. They can be tiny or as big as a dinner plate. The spots also might look like rings …

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“Hey, do you want some?” your friend asks as he offers you a mouthwatering homemade brownie. You’re tempted by the delicious dessert, but then you see the crushed peanuts on top. Darn! You’re allergic to peanuts. Maybe just one little bite? Nope. If you have a food allergy, even a very tiny bit of that …

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Eggs are everywhere. Not only are they served for breakfast, but they’re also in all sorts of foods — from muffins to meatloaf. But what if you were allergic to eggs? Some babies and kids have an allergic reaction to eggs. If that happens, they can’t eat eggs for a while. But the good news is …

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Allergies can cause asthma in certain people. But not everyone who has allergies gets asthma, and not all asthma happens because of allergies. Huh? Allergies and asthma can be a little confusing, so let’s find out more.   How Do Allergies Happen? Most of the time, your immune (say: ih-MYOON) system fights germs to help you stay healthy. But in kids with …

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Have you ever eaten gluten? If you’ve ever eaten a piece of bread, a slice of pizza, or a bowl of cereal, chances are you have. What’s Gluten? Gluten (say: GLOO-tin) is a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley — grains that are in many everyday foods. Most of us eat food with gluten with …

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