Kids vs Health Care Professionals
Kids, especially young children, might not easily describe the feelings they are having during an allergic reaction. Health care professionals may have explained to parents the symptoms to look for: hives, vomiting, chest pain, difficulty swallowing etc. Kids on the other hand my describe things very differently. See the graphics below representing allergic reactions described by kids and share them with other caregivers such as family, teachers, and daycare providers.
Allergic Reactions Described |
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Professional May Describe… |
Children May Say… |
Cardiovascular Systemfainting, lightheadedness, weak pulse, dizziness, paleness |
Cardiovascular SystemI’m tired My heart is beating fast |
Skinhives, itchiness, redness, rashes, swelling, warmth |
SkinMy tongue is itchy My skin is hot and itchy My mouth is burning |
Digestive Systemnausea, vomiting, cramps, diarrhea, abdominal pain |
Digestive SystemI want to throw up My stomach hurts |
Respiratory Systemcoughing, tightness or pain in chest, difficulty swallowing, congestion, runny nose, airway obstruction |
Respiratory SystemSomething is in my throat My throat feels thick My mouth feels funny |
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