What information is provided in the VA Allergies and Adverse Reactions record?
The Summary page includes: • date entered • the allergen/reactant (what caused your reaction) • your reaction/side effect (how you were affected) • name and location of the VA facility that reported your allergy or adverse reaction The Detailed page includes: • if the allergy is to a food, drug, or other • VA drug class • if a health care provider saw the allergy or adverse reaction or found out about it another way • comments from your health care team Self-entered Allergy information: If you choose to enter information yourself about other allergies or adverse reactions, you can keep track of: • the date the allergy occurred • the name of the allergy or adverse reaction • if your reaction was mild, moderate, or severe • if a health care provider diagnosed you with the allergy • the reaction or side effect you experienced • other comments
