- Allergen: Something that causes an allergic reaction
- Epipen® and Epipen Jr.®: An auto injector that injects epinephrine into the patient.
- Epinephrine: Is the same as adrenaline, this will reverse serious allergy reactions.
- Emergency Plan: A plan set up to use when someone with a food allergy comes in contact with that food.
- Food Allergy Network: FoodAllergy.org is a website for help in food allergies.
- Immunoglobulin E: The immunoglobulin that is involved in allergic reactions.
- Nonallergic food hypersensitivity: These reactions range from upset stomach and diarrhea, as seen in lactose intolerance.
- Oral Allergy Syndrome: This refers to itching, tingling, and even swelling of the lips and tongue, without development of anaphylaxis.
- RAST: A blood test used to measure immunoglobulin E.
- Skin test: Pricking the skin with the allergen.
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