Dr. John M Young

Allergy related conditions are so common that they are among the leading chronic disease diagnoses in infants and children. One study has shown that 4 to 6 percent of children have food-related allergies and 15 to 25 percent have hay fever. This study also showed that 8 to 10 percent of children … [Read more...] about Important Facts About Allergy Testing For Children

Trying to determine the source of your child’s allergic reactions requires a series of tests. Allergy testing can cause some anxiety for parents and their children due to not understanding the process. Once you understand how allergy testing is done, you can help your child feel less nervous. Going … [Read more...] about A Parent’s Guide To Child Allergy Testing

Whether they are at home, outside playing, or attending school, bad seasonal allergies can disrupt your child’s entire day. As a parent, it is helpful to know about the causes of seasonal allergies so that you can prepare your family and treat allergies. Here is a guide to common allergy triggers … [Read more...] about Seasonal Allergies In Children: Symptoms And Causes

Many parents with children that suffer from eczema feel that an allergy test will provide them with some answers. The belief is that if they can find a cause for the flare-ups, they will be able to prevent them from occurring. However, pediatricians will tell you that not every child with eczema … [Read more...] about Pediatric Allergy Testing And Eczema: What You Should Know