Abstract
Allergies have the potential to be a life-long debilitating fight, especially the severe reactions from allergies such as anaphylaxis. Peanut allergies tend to be both common and severe, and they happen to be found hiding in many food products. People can have allergic reactions to food products that were made in the same facility as peanut products, that is why it is so important to be aware of the products that are being consumed. The incidence of peanut allergies has increased in the last decade, which is why it is crucial to study these allergies. This thesis looks at when the best time is to introduce peanut products to young children and the common risk factors that are associated with peanut allergies in children. The risk factors that are being looked at include: genetics, socioeconomic status, and ethnicity. This thesis also investigates a couple of treatment options for if your child develops a peanut allergy.
Thesis Completion
2018
Semester
Summer
Thesis Chair/Advisor
Butts, Michele
Co-Chair
Decker, Jonathan
Degree
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)
College
College of Nursing
Location
Orlando (Main) Campus
Language
English
Access Status
Open Access
Release Date
8-1-2018
Recommended Citation
Gleason, Christie, "Factors that Influence the Formation of Peanut Allergies in Children" (2018). Honors Undergraduate Theses. 385.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/honorstheses/385