Dr. Thomas Chacko

About Dr. Thomas Chacko

Peruse the blog of Food Allergies Atlanta to learn about the most common food allergies from Dr. Thomas Chacko. You can take back control and it starts with understanding common food allergy-related issues and treatment options available.

Can a Peanut Allergy Cause Anaphylaxis?

By |2025-01-21T13:49:19-05:00June 7th, 2022|Peanut Allergy|

As one of the leading causes of anaphylaxis, a peanut allergy can cause serious harm to an individual. And while peanut allergy treatments are available, anaphylaxis is a sudden and severe response that is often unexpected. Fortunately, peanut allergies will be milder for the vast majority of adults and children, but it’s important to seek Read More

Is an Oral Challenge Test Best for Food Allergy Testing?

By |2025-01-21T13:11:14-05:00May 24th, 2022|Allergy Testing|

An oral challenge test is one of several tools at the disposal of an allergy doctor. With food allergy testing requiring a combination of testing, symptom analysis and medical history review, an allergist can adapt their approach specifically for each patient. But when most patients are seeking a fast and precise diagnosis, should an oral Read More

Which Food Allergy Test Is Best for Kids?

By |2025-01-22T13:46:38-05:00May 17th, 2022|Allergy Testing|

Food allergies affect the lives of many Atlanta children, and they can appear without warning. By paying attention to some common symptoms, parents can react quickly and seek out food allergy testing from an established allergist. However, because there are several tests used to identify allergies, this may cause confusion as parents look deeper into Read More

How Do You Treat an Allergy to Fruit?

By |2026-03-22T17:36:49-04:00April 26th, 2022|Allergy Treatment|

Fruits are among the healthiest food groups, providing important vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber and of course, flavor. For anyone with a fruit allergy, finding an effective oral allergy syndrome treatment may be the only way to comfortably eat these foods. Atlanta residents who experience allergic reactions after eating certain fruits can work with their allergist Read More

Frequently Asked Questions About Food Allergy Testing

By |2025-01-21T13:27:13-05:00April 12th, 2022|Allergy Testing|

Professional food allergy testing is the only way to precisely diagnose an allergy. But many people with allergies are unsure how the testing process works, and what they should expect. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions Atlanta allergy sufferers and their parents have about food allergy testing. Food Allergy Testing FAQ What Read More

Are Tree Nut Allergies Genetic?

By |2025-01-21T14:12:06-05:00April 5th, 2022|Nut Allergy|

With food allergies on the rise, many Atlanta parents are understandably concerned about the potential risk to their children. If you notice any common symptoms, finding a treatment for a tree nut allergy, peanut allergy or any other sensitivity will undoubtedly be your top priority. For allergies and illnesses of any kind, determining the true Read More

Can You Treat Oral Allergy Syndrome?

By |2025-01-21T13:17:35-05:00March 29th, 2022|Allergy Treatment|

If you experience allergy symptoms after eating certain fruits or vegetables, you could have oral allergy syndrome (OAS). For Atlanta residents dealing with hay fever, during allergy season OAS usually occurs due to cross-reactivity between these food items and pollen. Similarities between various types of pollen and the proteins in fruits and vegetables can cause Read More

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