Overview
- SEAIC warns that common candy ingredients—milk, tree nuts, and egg—frequently trigger severe reactions, including anaphylaxis, in allergic children.
- Parents are urged to avoid unlabeled sweets, check ingredient lists carefully, and bring clearly identifiable allergy‑safe treats.
- Caregivers should recognize anaphylaxis signs such as breathing difficulty, throat swelling, hives, skin redness or itching, rhinitis, or dizziness.
- Step-by-step autoinjector instructions include removing the cap, placing the device on the child’s thigh over clothing, pressing firmly for about 10 seconds, massaging the area, then phoning 112.
- The society also flags skin risks from face paints, latex, and costume fabrics, recommending cotton layers for children with atopic dermatitis and careful review of product compositions to prevent contact reactions.