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Common Allergies: Symptoms and Signs
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Out-of-Control Allergy Symptoms: Treatment Relief in Pictures
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Allergies: 10 Ways to Reduce Mold Allergies
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When Animal (Allergies) Attack: Pet Allergy Symptoms, Treatment
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Dangerous Allergies: Anaphylaxis and Life-Threatening Allergy Triggers
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Allergy (Allergies)
An allergy refers to a misguided reaction by our immune system in response to bodily contact with certain foreign substances. When these allergens come in contact with the body, it causes the immune system to develop an allergic reaction in people who are allergic to it. It is estimated that 50 million North Americans are affected by allergic conditions. The parts of the body that are prone to react to allergies include the eyes, nose, lungs, skin, and stomach. Common allergic disorders include hay fever, asthma, allergic eyes, allergic eczema, hives, and allergic shock.
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Why Won’t My Allergy Symptoms Go Away?
Allergies happen when your body's immune system reacts to certain substances as though they are harmful. Allergy symptoms may not go away unless you avoid your triggers, stick to your medications, find the right combination of medications, and consider surgery.
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What Causes Sudden Allergies in Adults?
Can you develop allergies as an adult? Learn about what causes sudden adult-onset allergies and how you can recognize the symptoms.
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Are Food Allergies Passed Down Genetically?
A food allergy is a condition that causes your immune system to fight against a particular part of food — which is called an allergen. Food allergies can be hereditary — that is, parents can pass the likelihood of developing a food allergy to their children through genes that code for inherited traits.
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What Causes Allergy Flare-ups?
During certain seasons, allergies can make you miserable. Learn what causes allergy flare-ups during spring and summer.
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Is My Sore Throat Allergies or COVID-19?
Sore throat can be a symptom of allergies or COVID-19, and it can be difficult to tell which one you have. Understanding the difference between these two illnesses can help.
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What Are Typical Allergy Symptoms?
Allergy symptoms differ depending on the type of allergy and body part involved. For example, food allergies may cause different symptoms than nasal allergies or eye allergies. The severity of symptoms may also vary, ranging from mild irritation to a life-threatening reaction called anaphylaxis.
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Why Are Allergies So Bad Right Now 2021?
Scientists believe that allergies are getting worse because of climate change.
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Should I Exercise Outside if I Have Allergies?
An allergy is a condition in which the immune system overresponds to a foreign substance. With the right treatment and precautions, you can completely eliminate allergy flare-ups during your outdoor workout.
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How Do You Get Tested for Food Allergies?
If you develop symptoms of a food allergy, your doctor will have you undergo a skin test or blood test to determine which foods you are allergic to.
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How Do You Tell If Your Child Has Allergies or a Cold?
Colds and allergies have different causes, but both involve the body's immune system. Since the symptoms of allergies and the symptoms of a cold overlap, it can be hard to tell which one your child has.
Treatment & Diagnosis
- Questions To Ask Your Doctor - Allergy
- Allergies: Don't Sneeze at Allergy Relief
- Are Hives Always Caused by an Allergy?
- Can You Be Allergic to Ceclor for Hepatitis B?
- Can Milk Allergy Cause Rheumatoid Arthritis?
- Can Psoriasis Be Caused by Allergy?
- Do Allergy Drugs Interact with Synthroid?
- Allergy to Stinging Insects Can Be Life Threatening
- 5 Food Allergy Myths
- Food Allergy: The Facts
Medications & Supplements
- cetirizine (Zyrtec, Zyrtec Allergy, Zyrtec Hives)
- Flonase vs. Nasacort
- fexofenadine (Allegra, Mucinex Allergy)
- loratadine and pseudoephedrine (Alavert Allergy & Sinus, Claritin-D, Claritin-D 24 hour)
- fluticasone (Flonase, Flonase Allergy Relief)
- budesonide nasal inhaler (Rhinocort Allergy, Rhinocort Aqua)
- Nasal Allergy Medications
- cyproheptadine
- bitolterol mesylate
- beclomethasone dipropionate nasal inhaler-spray
Prevention & Wellness
- Worsening Allergy Seasons: Is Climate Change to Blame?
- Health Tip: Cold, Flu or Allergy?
- Health Tip: Living With Nut Allergy
- Health Tip: Effects of Allergy Medication
- Health Tip: Things to Consider Before Allergy Shots
- Health Tip: Create a Food Allergy Plan
- Health Tip: Manage a Latex Allergy
- Health Tip: Taming a Pollen Allergy
- Health Tip: Understanding Allergy Blood Testing
- Health Tip: Recognize Symptoms of Latex Allergy
- Allergy Relief Do's and Don'ts
- The Best Way to Diagnose a Food Allergy
- Health Tip: Recognizing Summer Allergy Symptoms
- Health Tip: Could Allergy Shots Help You?
- Health Tip: Managing Food Allergy
- Health Tip: Recogize Signs of Mold Allergy
- Is It a Cold or an Allergy?
- Health Tip: Coping With Mold Allergy
- Health Tip: Spotting the Signs of Eye Allergy
- Health Tip: Minimizing Seasonal Allergy Symptoms
- Health Tip: Prevent Dust Allergy Symptoms
- Health Tip: Help Control Eye Allergy Symptoms
- Health Tip: If You or Your Child Have a Food Allergy
- Health Tip: Having an Allergy to Medication
- Shellfish Allergy Health Tips
- Top 10 Causes of Skin Allergy
- What Does Sun Allergy Rash Look Like?
- What Months Are Allergy Seasons?
- What Helps Relieve Allergies Fast?
- Why Do My Allergies Get Worse at Night?
- Can Stress and Anxiety Cause Allergies?
- What Foods Are Tested in Allergy Testing?
- What Can You Do for Severe Allergies?
- What Can I Give My Child for Allergies?
- Protecting Your Eyes During Allergy Season
- Allergy: It's Springtime...What's in the Air
- Allergy: Specific References
- Allergies: Enjoy Allergy-Free Gardening
- Allergy Triggers
- Allergy-Free Vacation: Possible With Planning
- Allergy Shots: Underused Treatment?
- Allergy Sufferers, Control Allergy Triggers at Home
- Allergy and Pets
- FDA Approves Xolair for Allergy-Related Asthma
- Animal Allergy, The Facts
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