{"id":2389,"date":"2021-09-16T14:59:09","date_gmt":"2021-09-16T18:59:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entfortwayne.com\/?p=2389"},"modified":"2021-09-16T14:59:11","modified_gmt":"2021-09-16T18:59:11","slug":"are-eczema-and-food-allergies-related","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entfortwayne.com\/are-eczema-and-food-allergies-related\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Eczema and Food Allergies Related?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Food allergies and eczema are both incredibly common conditions in the developed world. Here in Indiana, we treat many patients for these conditions throughout the year. Research suggests that 5% of adults and 20% of children<\/a> are affected by eczema, while 7% of children and 6% of adults report food allergies.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While some patients have one condition or the other, it is not uncommon for people who have food allergies to develop eczema or vice versa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Research has shown evidence<\/a> of a connection between the two conditions, in particular when it comes to children and young adults. Let\u2019s take a closer look at food allergies, eczema, and how they might be related, as well as what you can do to manage both conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food Allergies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An allergy is an abnormal immune response to an allergen like food or pollen. There are several different types of food allergies and sensitivities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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IgE-Mediated Food Allergies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Considered a true food allergy, an IgE-mediated immune system response occurs when the antibody IgE is generated by the immune system along with the activation of mast cells and basophils which release histamines causing allergy symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Common food triggers for IgE response include eggs, milk, soy, wheat, and peanuts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Non-IgE-Mediated Food Allergies & Food Sensitivities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Non-IgE mediated food allergies include conditions like celiac disease where reactions mainly take place in the intestines and induce gastrointestinal symptoms. On the other hand, food sensitivities do not induce an immune response but still can cause stomach and other digestive issues. They have similar food triggers compared to IgE allergies, and can also be triggered by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n