Food Allergy
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A food allergy is a reaction of the immune system triggered after eating a particular food, which the body mistakenly identifies as a threat. It can range from mild to severe.
Frequent symptoms:
- Itching, hives, or swelling on the skin, lips, or mouth
- Digestive discomfort such as nausea or abdominal pain
- In severe cases, difficulty breathing (requires immediate attention)
When to seek care? When there are repeated reactions after certain foods or intense symptoms, an assessment is advisable to identify the food responsible.
Which specialist treats it? The allergist is the doctor who studies these reactions, with support from the gastroenterologist and, in childhood, the pediatrician. Identifying the trigger food with professional help is key to managing the allergy safely.
Data on 14,243 doctors who treat food allergy
Which specialist treats food allergy?
Food allergy is evaluated by an allergist, who confirms the trigger food through specific tests. In children, a pediatrician is usually the first point of contact, and a nutritionist can advise on a safe diet. See these specialists if you have swelling, hives, or trouble breathing after eating.
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Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in food allergy
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Sandra Angélica Jiménez Sánchez
Dr. Naomi Bouchain Barajas
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Victor Hugo Santos Diego
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Ariana Carrasco
Dr. Brenda Eliosa Fernández
Dr. Fania García
Dr. Rebeca Pacheco López
Frequently asked questions
What is food allergy?
A food allergy is a reaction of the immune system triggered after eating a particular food, which the body mistakenly identifies as a threat. It can range from mild to severe.
Which doctor treats food allergy?
Food allergy is evaluated by an allergist, who confirms the trigger food through specific tests. In children, a pediatrician is usually the first point of contact, and a nutritionist can advise on a safe diet. See these specialists if you have swelling, hives, or trouble breathing after eating.