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...Many families have children who suffer from cow milk allergy and at least one other food allergy. An allergy to more than one food is known as multiple food allergies. For instance, about one-third of cow milk allergy patients may develop allergies to other foods. Dealing with multiple food allergies can make life challenging for you and your child. Meals at home, dining out, play dates, and meeting nutritional needs can become obstacles....

...Like many allergic disorders, doctors aren’t sure of the exact cause of food allergies, or why some people develop food allergies while others do not. Researchers are working to better understand factors that may contribute to food allergies....

...Signs and symptoms of food allergies may be immediate or may take several hours or even several days to appear. They result from the immune system treating the offending foods as dangerous invaders. Food allergies may cause a range of signs and symptoms, including:...

...There is currently no cure for multiple food allergies. The surest way to manage these allergies is to avoid the foods in question. When you consider all possible sources of food — various stores, school, friends, eating out — this is easier said than done....

...Cow milk, a childhood staple and a key source of vital nutrients, is also the most common food allergen in early life. Like many allergic disorders, researchers and doctors aren’t sure of the exact cause of cow milk allergy or why some infants develop a milk allergy while others do not. Researchers are working to better understand factors that may contribute to cow milk allergy. Cow milk protein allergy is sometimes referred to as...

...Bullying is upsetting to any child Kids with food allergies deal with the daily challenge of their allergies. In addition, bullying is especially stressful for them, due to the emotional. However, potential exposure to their allergens also poses a serious, sometimes life-threatening health risk. Now, let’s look at bullying and food allergies, tips for prevention, and other available resources to raise awareness and manage it. Know the Facts Both the number of children with...