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 Immunotherapy Treat Oral Allergy Syndrome?

By |2025-01-21T13:17:35-05:00June 11th, 2024|Allergy Treatment|

Does eating fruits, vegetables or nuts cause your lips, mouth or throat to itch or tingle? If you have been experiencing these symptoms, you might require the help of oral allergy syndrome treatment from an Atlanta allergist. Oral allergy syndrome (OAS) is a type of allergy where the immune system confuses proteins in certain foods Read More

How Can a Food Allergy Specialist Help Me?

By |2025-01-21T13:30:47-05:00May 28th, 2024|Food Allergies|

Food allergies are a growing concern for many individuals in Atlanta and beyond. To address this, people are taking proactive measures like checking ingredients labels and even undergoing food allergy testing. If you believe you or your child might have an allergy, the best way to approach the issue is to visit a food allergy Read More

Can a Shellfish Allergy Develop Later in Life?

By |2025-01-21T13:54:42-05:00May 14th, 2024|Shellfish Allergy|

Shellfish allergies are among the most severe types of food allergies, potentially causing anaphylaxis in extreme cases. If you experience symptoms after eating any crustacean or mollusk, seeking an effective shellfish allergy management plan is essential. Unlike most food allergies, shellfish allergies are more common in adults than children. But do shellfish allergies actually develop Read More

What Should I Expect at an Oral Challenge Food Allergy Test?

By |2025-01-21T13:14:35-05:00April 9th, 2024|Allergy Testing|

An oral food challenge is a food allergy testing procedure used to diagnose allergies to eggs, milk, peanuts and other foods. Usually regarded as the gold standard among food allergy tests, it provides highly accurate results that can help build an effective allergy management plan for Atlanta patients. If you want to know more about Read More

How Can I Know if I Have an Egg Allergy or Egg Intolerance?

By |2025-01-21T13:22:37-05:00March 26th, 2024|Egg Allergy|

Egg allergies are one of the most common food allergies that affect young children. However,  due to the confusion caused by similarities between egg allergies and egg intolerance, parents will not have a complete understanding of this condition until a child undergoes professional food allergy testing. If you’re an Atlanta parent looking for some clarity Read More

Top Questions to Ask My Food Allergy Doctor

By |2025-01-21T13:35:07-05:00March 12th, 2024|Food Allergies|

Food allergies are a significant health concern affecting families in Atlanta and beyond. To better understand an allergy, individuals should undergo food allergy testing with an experienced allergist. However, many people may not know the allergen triggering their symptoms, and are simply unaware of the benefits of allergy testing. If you’d like to get some Read More

How Do I Know if I Have a Milk Allergy?

By |2025-01-21T13:42:30-05:00February 27th, 2024|Milk Allergy|

Milk allergies can affect anyone, but they’re most often seen in infants and young children. Without using professional food allergy testing, you will not know for sure whether you or your child are allergic to dairy. Since even small amounts of dairy can trigger severe reactions in some cases, being examined by your Atlanta allergist Read More

Is a Skin Prick Test the Best Food Sensitivity Test?

By |2025-01-21T13:11:14-05:00February 13th, 2024|Allergy Testing|

Food sensitivities and allergies are a frequent source of pain and discomfort for adults and children in Atlanta. To better understand the cause of these health concerns, many allergists rely on skin prick allergy testing. This testing process delivers quick results that contribute to an effective treatment approach. But is a skin prick test the Read More

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