Child Peanut Allergies Presentation
Child Peanut Allergies Presentation
Child Peanut Allergies Presentation
Child Peanut
Allergies
Presentation by: Alana Sherman
NTD 600-91
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Epidemiology
Increasing public health concern
Affects approximately 2% of population
One of the most common pediatric food allergies
Ranked as one of the top 8 food allergies in America
Psychological consequences
Increased anxiety for both child and family
Increased stress levels
Eczema
Allergic rhinitis
Pregnant/breastfeeding mothers:
Encouraged to consume diet as normal
Allergen-containing foods safe to eat as long as mother/infant do not have or
develop allergy
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