Allergy: Tests & Diagnosis

  • Drug Allergies - Exams and Tests

    Article
    07/24/07, Healthwise

    Your doctor will diagnose a drug allergy by asking you questions about the medicines you are or have recently been taking, your past health, and your symptoms (medical history) and by doing a physical exam. To find out which medi

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  • Allergy Tests

    Medical Test
    08/08/07, Healthwise

    Allergy testing involves having a skin or blood test to find out what substance, or allergen, may trigger an allergic response in a person. Skin tests are usually done because they are rapid, reliable, and generally less expensive

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  • Atopic Dermatitis - Exams and Tests

    Article
    05/16/06, Healthwise

    Most cases of atopic dermatitis can be diagnosed from a medical history and a physical exam. You will be asked about your family history of allergic conditions, when the itch first started, and when the rash first appeared. What t

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  • Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac - Exams and Tests

    Article
    09/25/07, Healthwise

    A rash (allergic contact dermatitis) from poison ivy, oak, or sumac plants usually is diagnosed through a physical examination and questions about your outdoor activities. Your health professional will examine the rash to dec

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  • Allergies to Insect Stings - Exams and Tests

    Article
    02/01/06, Healthwise

    Your health professional will diagnose an allergic reaction to insect stings by performing a physical examination and taking your medical history.

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  • Food Allergies - Exams and Tests

    Article
    04/05/07, Healthwise

    To diagnose a food allergy, your doctor will start with a medical history and a physical exam. Your doctor will ask detailed questions about your symptoms and how soon they begin after you eat a suspected food. It is important to

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