Hay Fever Related Diseases & Conditions

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  • Eczema Eczema, also known as dermatitis, is a general term for many types of skin inflammation. The most common form of eczema is atopic...learn more »
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    Eczema Article
    • Eczema facts
    • What is eczema?
    • What are the causes of eczema?
    • What are risk factors for eczema?
    • What are eczema symptoms and signs in babies, children, and adults?
    • What are the different types of eczema?
    • How is eczema diagnosed?
    • What is the treatment for eczema?
    • Can eczema be prevented?
    • What are the possible complications of eczema?
    • What is the prognosis (outlook) for eczema?
  • Sinus Infection Sinus infection (sinusitis) signs and symptoms include headache, fever, and facial tenderness, pressure, or pain. Treatments of...learn more »
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    Sinus Infection Article
    • Sinus infection facts
    • What is a sinus?
    • What is a sinus infection?
    • What causes sinus infections?
    • What are the types of sinusitis?
    • What are the signs and symptoms of sinus infection?
    • How is sinus infection diagnosed?
    • How is sinus infection treated?
    • Are there home remedies for a sinus infection?
    • What are complications of sinus infection?
    • Can sinus infection be prevented?
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  • Itching Itching can be a common problem. Itches can be localized or generalized. There are many causes of itching to include: infection...learn more »
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    Itching Article
    • Itching (itch) facts
    • What is an itch?
    • What are associated symptoms and signs of itching?
    • What causes itching?
    • How is the cause of itching diagnosed?
    • Should I scratch the itch?
    • What are topical (external) itch treatments? Are there any home remedies for itching?
    • What are oral itch treatments?
    • Can itching be prevented?
    • When should the doctor be consulted for itching?
    • What are possible complications of itching?
    • What is the prognosis (outlook) for itching?
  • Allergy An allergy refers to a misguided reaction by our immune system in response to bodily contact with certain foreign substances. ...learn more »
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    Allergy Article
    • Allergy facts
    • What does an allergy mean?
    • What causes allergies?
    • Who is at risk and why?
    • What are common allergic conditions, and what are allergy symptoms and signs?
    • Hay Fever
    • Asthma
    • Allergic Eyes
    • Allergic Eczema
    • Hives
    • Allergic Shock
    • Where are allergens? Everywhere
    • In the air we breathe
    • In what we ingest
    • Touching our skin
    • Injected into our body
  • Chronic Rhinitis and Post-Nasal Drip Allergic rhinitis symptoms include an itchy, runny nose, sneezing, itchy ears, eyes, and throat. Seasonal allergic rhinitis (also...learn more »
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    Chronic Rhinitis and Post-Nasal Drip Article
    • What is the purpose of the nose?
    • What are rhinitis and post-nasal drip?
    • What causes rhinitis?
    • Is rhinitis always related to allergies?
    • What conditions cause an abnormal production of nasal secretions?
    • What conditions cause an impaired clearance of nasal secretions?
    • How can chronic rhinitis and post-nasal drip be treated?
    • What medications can be used to treat rhinitis and post-nasal drip?
    • What can be used to treat non-allergic rhinitis?
    • Does salt water have any role in the treatment of rhinitis and post-nasal drip?
    • What are other options for the treatment of rhinitis and post-nasal drip?
    • Terminology
    • Chronic Rhinitis & Post-Nasal Drip At A Glance
  • Mold Mold exposure may cause symptoms in people who are sensitive to molds. Symptoms of mold allergy include sneezing, runny nose,...learn more »
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    Mold Article
    • Mold facts
    • What is mold?
    • Where can mold be found in homes?
    • What kinds of health problems may be linked to mold? What are symptoms of mold allergy?
    • How can mold in the household be prevented?
    • Is it necessary to test for mold?
    • How should mold be cleaned up and eliminated?
  • Asthma Asthma is a common disorder in which chronic inflammation of the bronchial tubes (bronchi) makes them swell, narrowing the...learn more »
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    Asthma Article
    • Myths, facts, and statistics about asthma
    • What is asthma?
    • From the past to the present
    • The scope of the problem
    • Normal bronchial tubes
    • How does asthma affect breathing?
    • The importance of inflammation
    • Which triggers cause an asthma attack?
    • The many faces of asthma
    • Types: allergic (extrinsic) and nonallergic (intrinsic) asthma
    • Typical asthma symptoms and signs
    • Acute asthma attack
    • What medications are used in the treatment of asthma?
    • Asthma At A Glance
  • Sinus Headache Sinus headache is caused by a sinus infection or inflammation of the sinus cavities. The primary symptom of a sinus infection is...learn more »
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    Sinus Headache Article
    • Sinus headache facts
    • What are the sinuses?
    • What is a sinus headache?
    • What causes a sinus headache?
    • What are the symptoms of a sinus headache?
    • When should I seek medical care for a sinus headache?
    • How is a sinus headache diagnosed?
    • What is the treatment and remedies for a sinus headache?
    • What are the complications of a sinus headache?
    • Can a sinus headache be prevented?
    • What is the outlook (prognosis) for a sinus headache?
  • Genetic Disease Genetic disease is a disorder or condition caused by abnormalities in a person's genome. Types of genetic inheritance include...learn more »
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    Genetic Disease Article
    • What is a genetic disease?
    • What are the different types of inheritance?
    • Single gene inheritance
    • Multifactorial inheritance
    • Chromosome abnormalities
    • Mitochondrial inheritance
    • What is the human genome?
  • Allergy Treatment Begins At Home Avoiding allergy triggers at home is one of the best ways to prevent allergy symptoms. Controlling temperature, humidity, and...learn more »
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    Allergy Treatment Begins At Home Article
    • Introduction
    • Cleaning and more cleaning: what really helps?
    • What are great techniques for mold patrol?
    • How can people with allergies ideally control the air quality and climate in their homes?
    • How can dust covers help?
    • What are carpet powders? Can they help?
    • What to do with the pets?
    • What do I do with those ghastly cockroaches?
    • Allergy Treatment At A Glance
  • Allergic Cascade The allergic cascade refers to allergic reactions that happen in the body in response to allergens. A variety of immune cells and...learn more »
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    Allergic Cascade Article
    • Who are the "players" in the allergic cascade?
    • What about a more detailed look at the "players?"
    • What are cytokines?
    • What is the "early phase" of an allergic reaction?
    • What is the "late phase" of an allergic reaction?
    • What are the consequences of the allergic cascade?
    • How does understanding the allergic cascade help?
    • Allergic Cascade At A Glance
  • Cold, Flu, Allergy Treatments Before treating a cold, the flu, or allergies with over-the-counter (OTC) medications, it's important to know what's causing the...learn more »
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    Cold, Flu, Allergy Treatments Article
    • Facts about cold, flu, and allergy treatments
    • Introduction to cold, flu, and allergy treatments
    • Headaches, body aches, fever, and flu-like symptoms
    • Nasal congestion, sneezing, and runny nose
    • Cough
    • Sore throat and other symptoms
  • Latex Allergy Latex allergy is a condition where the body reacts to latex, a natural product derived from the rubber tree. The reaction can...learn more »
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    Latex Allergy Article
    • Why latex?
    • What is latex and where is it found?
    • Who is at risk?
    • How is latex allergy detected?
    • How is latex allergy treated?
    • Latex-Containing Products
    • Latex Allergy At A Glance
  • Indoor Allergens Indoor allergens are substances that can cause an allergic reaction in some people. Common sources of indoor allergens include...learn more »
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    Indoor Allergens Article
    • Indoor allergens facts
    • What are allergens?
    • What actually is house dust?
    • What are dust mites?
    • What conditions are most favorable to dust mites?
    • How do dust mites cause allergic symptoms?
    • Can cockroaches cause allergic symptoms?
    • What about allergies to molds?
    • What about allergies to pets?
    • What about allergies to indoor pollens and houseplants?
  • Occupational Asthma Occupational asthma is a type of asthma caused by exposure to a substance in the workplace. Symptoms and signs include wheezing,...learn more »
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    Occupational Asthma Article
    • What is occupational asthma?
    • What causes occupational asthma?
    • What are risk factors for occupational asthma?
    • What are symptoms and signs of occupational asthma?
    • How is occupational asthma diagnosed?
    • What is the treatment for occupational asthma?
    • What are complications of occupational asthma?
    • Can occupational asthma be prevented?
    • Where can a person find more information about occupational asthma?
    • Occupational Asthma At A Glance
  • Children's Cough Causes and Treatments Children's cough causes include infection, acid reflux, asthma, allergies or sinus infection, whooping cough, and exposure to...learn more »
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    Children's Cough Causes and Treatments Article
    • Children's cough causes and treatments introduction
    • Children's cough causes and treatments
    • A word about children and cough medicine
    • When to call a doctor about your child's cough