Food Allergy in Children: Etio-Pathogenesis, Treatment and Prevention Methods

Food allergies in children are specific immunological reactions and clinical symptoms resulting from ingestion of allergens from food or cross-exposure. The disease is manifested by dermatological (rash, itching), respiratory (nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing) and gastrointestinal signs (abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, unstable stools). Skin prick tests, clinical and immunological blood tests, provocation tests are used for diagnosis. Elimination diets and drug therapy are prescribed for the treatment of food allergy in children.