Food Allergy Specialists in Karnataka

What is the difference between a food allergy and food intolerance?

A true food allergy involves the immune system and can be life-threatening even from trace exposure, while a food intolerance, like lactose intolerance, causes digestive discomfort without immune involvement and is generally not dangerous.

Can children outgrow food allergies?

Allergies to milk, egg, wheat, and soy are often outgrown in childhood, while allergies to peanuts, tree nuts, and shellfish tend to be more persistent into adulthood, so periodic re-evaluation with an allergist is worthwhile.

How much of a trigger food can cause a reaction?

For someone with a true allergy, even trace amounts through cross-contamination can trigger a reaction in sensitive individuals, which is why strict avoidance and careful label reading are essential rather than assuming small amounts are safe.

Do I need to carry an EpiPen for a food allergy?

If you or your child has a history of severe reactions or any risk of anaphylaxis, carrying injectable epinephrine at all times is strongly recommended, along with an emergency action plan from your allergist.

Is oral immunotherapy a cure for food allergy?

Oral immunotherapy can build tolerance and raise the threshold needed to trigger a reaction in select patients, but it is not a guaranteed cure and requires careful medical supervision throughout the process.