Who Has Allergies and Why

A child who sneezes or coughs a lot, who frequently develops a rash or hives, or who gets a stomachache, cramps or nausea after eating certain foods may have allergies. Any child may develop allergies, but they are more common in children from families with a history of such reactions. Early identification of childhood allergies will improve your child?s quality of life, reduce the number of missed school days and help you avoid having to use sick time or vacation days to care for your child. The following is the official website of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology