The common allergic reactions and diseases are : allergic asthma allergic rhinitis (hay fever, perennial rhinitis) anaphylaxis urticaria (hives) angioedema allergic contact dermatitis food allergies drug allergy Allergic Rhinitis Allergic rhinitis is a common chronic disease characterized by repeated attacks of itching >> Read More ...
What is an allergy? An allergy or hypersensitivity is one of the most common ailments that arises due to abnormal functioning of the immune system. It is a result of exposure to a specific antigen (allergen) by a sensitized person who has already developed antibodies against the allergen in question. The interaction of the >> Read More ...
A dust allergy is a common reaction that many people suffer with across the globe. Most of the time we think that a dust allergy is simply due to the small particles of sand and textile fibers that settles on floors and furniture or that floats in the air. But there is much more to a dust allergy. In fact, it is not >> Read More ...
Seafood allergies are among the more common food allergies. It affects between 2% to 3% of the American population although this figure may be higher as mild seafood allergies are not always reported. Not all seafood allergies are mild and some can even be life-threatening. With a severe type of allergic reaction known as >> Read More ...
Allergies is a broad term that refers to different types of reactions to harmless substances. The more common allergies that most of us know of is to airborne substances like dust and pollen. We often refer to it as hay fever which refers to allergies that arises in certain seasons, usually when the pollen count in the air >> Read More ...
An itchy rash can occur on the body and this can be due to the same conditions. However, certain conditions are more likely to arise on specific parts of the body. This may be due to local factors, like contact with fabrics or jewelry, or with spread from neighboring areas. An itchy rash on the neck may therefore be due to >> Read More ...
What is Mold? Molds (in British English = moulds) are a type of multi-cellular fungi (as opposed to yeasts that are single-cell fungi). Molds are widely present in nature – they break down organic substances. Mildew is a type of fungi that appear on plants (outdoor and indoor). The term mildew is often used for any >> Read More ...
With almost 2 in 3 American households having one or more pets, allergies to pets are a relatively common problem. Cat allergies are more likely to affect pet owners than dog allergies. There is no cure for pet allergies and treatment largely focuses on easing symptoms and minimizing the reaction to the allergy triggers. >> Read More ...
Around 1 in 10 asthmatics react to a food substance known as sulfites. These substances do not cause asthma. Instead it can trigger an asthma attack or worsen asthma symptoms. Sulfites are present in many foods and beverages, particularly processed edibles. It can also be found in certain fruits and vegetables. Sulfites >> Read More ...
What Is a House Dust Allergy? A dust allergy is where a person reacts to contact with dust, particularly with inhaling the dust. It may lead to sneezing, coughing, watery eyes and exacerbate symptoms of asthma such as wheezing and chest tightness. It is particularly prominent when i a dusty environment or when the dust is >> Read More ...
