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Nut allergy: symptom and Severity reporting

Helena Dunbar

David Luyt

{blacksquare} Nut allergy, in particular peanut allergy, is becoming more common in children.

{blacksquare} Immune sensitisation to nuts appears to be occurring earlier in life.

{blacksquare} High incidence of other allergic diseases in children with nut allergy.

{blacksquare} Onset of anaphylactic symptoms is quick but symptoms last for a short time.

{blacksquare} Necessity for hospital admission due to severity of allergic reaction is low.

Key Words: Allergy • Anaphylaxis • Atopy • Peanuts • Sensitisation • Severity • Tree nuts.

Journal of Child Health Care, Vol. 3, No. 3, 9-12 (1999)
DOI: 10.1177/136749359900300302
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