An introduction to the concept and types of allergies.

"Asthma and allergies are very common childhood ailments. Sometimes, kids grow out of them, but others might have very serious situations occur before that happens, if they occur the condition at all. In this book, readers are introduced to what causes asthma and allergies and what to look for if they or a friend is experiencing them. Helpful diagrams and labels on full-color photographs complement the age-appropriate explanations and directions given...

"Millions of people in the United States are allergic to bee stings-and serious reactions can be life-threatening. Though this sounds scary, preparation can help! Readers of this volume learn what to do if they or a friend are stung by a bee and have a normal reaction, as well as what to look for if an allergic reaction is occurring. Age-appropriate content and language explain what happens when someone has an allergy. The text is accompanied by full-color...

The most common food allergies are discussed in detail, as are the physical effects of food allergies (including mild and severe reactions), how people with food allergies stay safe and avoid ingredients they are allergic to, how food allergies are treated and how people, especially kids and teenagers, cope with the social complications that come with having a food allergy. Doctors, researchers, and people living with food allergies are quoted throughout...

Outlines various types of allergy symptoms and describes diagnostic and treatment procedures.

Answers common questions about allergies.

"Babies under a year old can have an allergy to milk that follows them into childhood. However, most kids don't have severe allergic reactions to milk products and many will eventually outgrow it. In this book, readers learn the signs of a milk allergy and what foods they should avoid if they are allergic to milk. Colorful, relatable photographs complement age-appropriate explanations and science information about an important subject readers will...

"Peanut allergies are the most common food allergy to cause anaphylaxis in children. Right now, there is a blood test and a skin prick test to confirm a peanut allergy, but no cure, though some children grow out of it. The only way to stop a serious reaction from occurring is to stay away from peanuts altogether. Readers learn how serious peanut allergies may be as well as the symptoms one might have. Full-color photographs highlight how food packaging...