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Food Allergy Stomach Pain Relief

Understand the difference between stomach allergy and intolerance for effective relief from food allergy symptoms and stomach pain.

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Difference Between Food Allergy and Food Intolerance?

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A food allergy triggers an immune response, while food intolerance causes a chemical reaction in the digestive system.

Food Allergy — Immune System

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Food allergies can lead to life-threatening anaphylaxis. IgE antibodies react to allergens, releasing histamines, causing severe reactions.

Food Intolerance — Digestive System

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Food intolerances do not trigger an immune reaction. When food intolerance occurs, an individual is unable to properly digest a particular food.

How to Identify Food Allergy or Intolerance

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Food intolerances do not trigger an immune reaction. When food intolerance occurs, an individual is unable to properly digest a particular food.

Does your stomach pain come with other symptoms?

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Allergies often involve skin reactions like swelling, tingling, itching, along with respiratory and gastrointestinal symptoms.

Onset: How long does it take for your symptoms to emerge?

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Food allergies typically show rapid onset, within 30 minutes in children and 2 hours in adults. Symptoms usually resolve within 48 hours.

How much of the offending food can you tolerate? 

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A food allergy can trigger anaphylaxis, a severe reaction, with symptoms like difficulty breathing, and loss of consciousness, within minutes.

Where Can I Go to Confirm a Food Allergy? 

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If you suspect food allergy as the cause of your stomach pain, consult an allergist for diagnosis and risk assessment of anaphylaxis.

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Understanding the cause of stomach pain, whether from food allergies or intolerance, is crucial for effective management and relief.