Condition

Food Allergies

An immune reaction to certain foods, such as peanuts, milk or shellfish, that can range from hives to life-threatening reactions.

Also called: peanut allergy, food allergy, shellfish allergy, milk allergy, egg allergy, food allergy testing, tree nut allergy

Who Can Help with Food Allergies?

Allergists
A physician who diagnoses and treats allergies, asthma and immune system problems, including allergy testing and allergy shots.
Dietitians
A nutrition expert who creates eating plans to manage health conditions such as diabetes, kidney disease, food allergies and weight.
Pediatricians
A physician who provides checkups, vaccines and medical care for infants, children and teenagers.
Pediatric Specialists
A pediatrician with extra training in one area of children's health, such as hormones, lungs, kidneys, infections, joints or development.
Pediatric Gastroenterologists
A physician who treats digestive and liver problems in children, such as reflux, constipation, food intolerance and inflammatory bowel disease.

Cities where practice websites say they offer it.

General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about food allergies and what is right for you.