More testing....

So after a few more breakouts we had Talent tested for some new allergens. We got the results today. And he was allergic to every single thing they tested him for. Potatoes (what???), black bass, strawberries, and grapes.....so basically my kid can't eat anything. That's how it feels anyway. After we left the doctors office I did research the potato allergy. Everything that I read said that when they test for potato allergies they are testing against the enzymes in them. Well further reading shows that all them enzymes are killed when the potatoes are cooked because of the heat. So I think the potatoes can still be eaten as long as they are cooked. The strawberries and grapes were low and were also a delayed reaction. Basically that means he may never have a big hive type reaction to them. But they can turn to immediate reactions if he has them too often. So moderation. The fish is the only one that really concerns me. His hives before were directly related to fish. I have no doubt about that at all. So no more fish being cooked in my house when he's home.

Seth is concerned about whether or not he can take Talent fishing when he gets older. Everything I've read says he can but will need to avoid cleaning fish, fish blood, an will need to wear gloves when handling fish. I have also read that if he will wash his hands off frequently in the water while fishing he will be fine.

My hope and prayer is that he will outgrow most if not all of these allergies over time. His doctor is very encouraging and says that he will most likely outgrow some if not all of them by the time he's five. So here's hoping and praying that she's right.