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very common occurrence during childhood is an allergic disorder.
It is important for parents to understand typical allergic
reactions in toddlers, and how to deal with them. When a toddler
has an allergy, it is an immunologic reaction to a substance
that is normally harmless to other people. If your toddler
has had trouble with one allergy, then chances are there are
more things that will bother your child.
Generally, allergic reactions in toddlers are caused by environmental
triggers, food, bug bites and stings, pets or medication.
Be aware of pollens, dust particles and mold spores that may
come into contact with your child. Respiratory allergies are
common among toddlers.
Common foods which trigger allergic reactions in toddlers
are eggs, wheat, soy, cow’s milk and peanuts. Slowly
introduce specific foods into your child’s diet to help
you assess reactions and which food is causing them.
The usual symptoms of allergic reactions in toddlers are:
itchy, watery eyes, a drippy nose, nasal itching, and breathing
through the mouth.
You need to visit a health care provider immediately if you
notice or suspect any allergic reactions in toddlers. Help
to prevent life-long problems and conditions that are associated
with untreated allergies and constant breathing through the
mouth.
Here is a helpful chart when it comes to assessing allergic
reactions in toddlers:
Chart from: http://www.cfc-efc.ca/docs/cccf/00000064.htm
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Common Allergic
Substances
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Typical Reactions
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Environmental
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dust, mould, pollen, grass and trees
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itchy eyes and nose, nasal discharge, blocked nasal
passages, sinus headache, sneezing, wheezing, coughing and shortness of
breath
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Animals and Birds
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fur and feathers
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itchy eyes and nose, nasal discharge, etc.
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Insects
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stings from bees and wasps
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wheezing, hives, swelling of upper airway with difficulty
breathing, swelling of face and anaphylactic shock in extreme cases
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Foods
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eggs, peanuts, nuts, shellfish, milk and wheat (the latter
two are common in infants)
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vomiting, diarrhea and bloody stools, plus symptoms as for
insect venom* (such as hives, pallor, weakness, difficulties breathing and
collapse).
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Medications and Chemicals
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medical (e.g. antibiotics) and non-medical (e.g. fabric
softener)
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any of the above reactions
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