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.

How to Manage Your Child’s Food Allergies When They Are Way From Home

By |2025-01-21T13:33:15-05:00December 29th, 2020|Food Allergies|

Help for Managing Your Child's Food Allergy Being a parent to a child with food allergies can be incredibly worrying. Atlanta parents who have gone through the food allergy testing stage will have a clear understanding of their child's allergies. It is normal to be anxious about what you feed your child, and to spend Read More

Causes, Testing & Treatment for Food Allergies Infographic

By |2025-01-21T13:26:47-05:00December 22nd, 2020|Food Allergies|

Start Fighting Your Food Allergies Around 8% of children and 10.8% of adults suffer from food allergies, according to a JAMA Network Open survey. With only 1 in 20 participants having been diagnosed, this leaves many allergy sufferers not getting the food allergy treatmentthey need. Take a look below at the causes, testing and treatments Read More

Top Holiday Foods That Can Create Trigger an Allergic Reaction

By |2025-01-21T13:35:06-05:00December 15th, 2020|Food Allergies|

Stay Safe From Allergies This Holiday Season For most people, the holiday season is a time to relax – and indulge in a few foods they may not normally eat. Before you take any risks, take a look now at the top allergy-triggering foods. It can help you avoid possibly needing an emergency food allergy Read More

Is My Child Allergic to Shellfish?

By |2025-01-21T13:56:30-05:00November 30th, 2020|Shellfish Allergy|

Shellfish are one of the leading causes of allergic reactions in children. Parents in Atlanta and the surrounding area should understand the symptoms and learn why they need to seek a shellfish allergy management plan for their children. Understanding a Shellfish Allergy The various types of shellfish – including lobster, crab, shrimp, clams, scallops, mussels Read More

What Causes Eosinophilic Esophagitis?

By |2025-01-21T13:36:28-05:00October 20th, 2020|Food Allergies|

What Is Eosinophilic Esophagitis? Eosinophilic esophagitis is a disease resulting from an excess of white blood cells. The cells, called eosinophils, build up in the esophagus – the tube that connects the throat and the stomach. Eosinophils are a vital part of the immune system, but an overabundance will lead to negative side effects. Chacko Read More

Are Peanut Allergies Hereditary?

By |2025-01-21T13:49:19-05:00October 8th, 2020|Peanut Allergy|

Are Peanut Allergies Passed Between Generations? Peanuts are the cause of some of the most severe allergic reactions. Understandably, Atlanta parents may be concerned they will pass on an allergy to their children and want a reliable peanut allergy treatment they can trust. The prevalence of these attacks leads many people to question why peanut Read More

Can a Blood Test Diagnose a Food Allergy?

By |2025-01-17T16:23:05-05:00September 29th, 2020|Allergy Testing|

Using Blood Testing for Food Allergy Diagnosis Blood allergy testing is one way to determine which allergens are causing an allergic reaction. While an allergy sufferer may certainly have their suspicions, an accurate test will offer greater precision in the diagnosis. Once diagnosed, your allergist can then determine the best treatment plan to reduce the Read More

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