Eczema, hives and other skin conditions are a common reaction in those who have a type of allergy called allergic contact dermatitis. It may be caused by sensitivity to hair dyes or perfumes. It can result from wearing rings made from certain metals like nickel or gold.

Having an allergy to a particular food or group of foods can either be a minor annoyance or a life-threatening matter. The unfortunate issue with food allergies is that they are hardly ever realized until an allergic reaction has occurred. This can be an alarming situation for parents who do not know what is happening when their child eats something that they are unwittingly allergic to.