FOOD ALLERGIES

Food Allergies Specialist

If you're one of the approximately 32 million individuals in the United States dealing with food allergies, rest assured that you can access top-tier care at Apex Allergy and Asthma. With a convenient location in San Antonio, Texas, Dr. Mark Stahl, a renowned food allergy specialist, is here to assist you. Through comprehensive allergy tests, Dr. Stahl accurately pinpoints the sources of your food allergies, providing you with the insights you need for effective management.

This plan is designed not only to alleviate your symptoms but also to prevent potentially life-threatening complications. For those searching for "food allergy doctors" or a "food allergist near me," our San Antonio office is the place to turn to.

Schedule a consultation today and take control of your food allergies with the support of our dedicated team and experienced food allergy specialists.

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Food Allergies Q & A

What are food allergies?
Food allergies are a serious medical condition. If you have a food allergy, your body’s immune system overreacts to certain foods.
While you can be allergic to any kind of food, the most common foods that trigger an allergic reaction are:
- Peanut
- Soy
- Fish
- Milk
- Eggs
- Wheat
- Tree nuts
Those who have food allergies are more likely to have other allergy-related conditions like eczema and asthma. Your risk of having food allergies increases if other members of your family have them.
What are the symptoms of food allergies?
Food allergy symptoms vary from mild to life-threatening. When you eat/ingest a trigger food, it can cause:
- Hives
- Dizziness
- Mouth tingling
- Facial swelling
People who suffer anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic reaction, develop breathing difficulties because of sudden inflammation in the throat or lungs. If you experience symptoms of anaphylaxis, call 911 or get to a hospital emergency room right away to prevent life-threatening complications, including death.
How are food allergies diagnosed?

Apex Allergy and Asthma provides on-site allergy tests and blood work to determine if your symptoms are caused by food allergies or another medical condition.
During an allergy test, the food allergy specialist pricks your skin with a small amount of a known allergen. If you have an allergy to that specific substance, a red welt forms on your skin. They usually test your reaction to more than one allergen at a time. The providers also use blood tests to evaluate how your immune system responds to certain foods.
You might need to cut out certain foods from your diet for a time and then slowly add them back to identify the causes of your allergies.
How are food allergies treated?

If you suffer mild reactions from a food allergy, you might benefit from over-the-counter antihistamines. The Apex Allergy and Asthma providers can also help you avoid the foods that cause your allergic reactions.
If you have a severe reaction to foods, you’ll need an epinephrine injection to quickly reduce the inflammation in your throat. You must go immediately to the nearest emergency room or call 911 following a severe food allergy reaction.
The food allergy specialists at Apex Allergy and Asthma will help you plan for such emergencies. When you have anaphylaxis, you must carry an epinephrine injector pen (such as an EpiPen®) with you at all times and always be aware of what you’re eating.
To learn more about managing your food allergies, call the Apex Allergy and Asthma office nearest you to schedule an appointment or book a consultation online today.