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Allergens: Triggers of Allergy Attacks

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Many allergies require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some of the allergens that cause allergic reactions, for which we have provided a brief overview.

Animals

Chemical Sensitivity

Dust and Dust Mites

Foods

Egg Allergy Diet

Diet for Lactose Intolerance

Milk Allergy Diet

Peanut Allergy Diet

Shellfish Allergy Diet

Soy Allergy Diet

Tree Nut Allergy Diet

Wheat Allergy Diet

Insect Stings

Latex

Pollen

Poison Ivy / Poison Oak

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