Pediatric Allergy: Overview

Frequent sneezing, runny nose, irritated eyes may seem like a common cold or other illness, but your child might actually have some type of pediatric allergy. Many children experience allergic symptoms such as these, commonly triggered by pollen, mold, pets, types of food, medicines and more.

Thanks to modern advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of allergies, it's easier than ever to determine what your child is allergic to and give him or her the appropriate treatment.

Common allergies include:

• Animal allergy
• Dust mite allergy
• Insect sting allergy
• Food allergy
• Latex allergy
• Medication allergy
• Mold allergy
• Pollen allergy

Read a brief story that illustrates how allergy happens.

Allergy Wizard

Check out the Allergy Wizard, a fun, animated way for kids to learn about pediatric allergies.

Pediatric Allergic Rhinitis

Children with seasonal allergic rhinitis have been sensitized to outdoor allergens, such as tree pollens, grasses and weeds.

Lifestyle Management with Pediatric Allergies

An important part of treating or preventing any disease, including pediatric allergies, is lifestyle management.

• Pediatric Allergies and School
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