According to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), the term "food allergy" refers to a specific abnormal response from the immune system. The body produces an allergic antibody to a specific food, like peanuts or milk....
A number of allergic skin reactions can cause rashes and red, bumpy or scaly patches, report doctors at the American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI). Through skin patch tests, allergists can determine the source of the reaction...
About 54 percent of the American population tests positive for an allergy, according to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. Multiple approaches may be taken to treating and preventing allergies such as home remedies, prescribed...
Allergies occur when the body's immune system reacts to something it perceives as a threat. Usually, the substance is not harmful and most other people don't react to it. This exaggerated immune response can affect the skin, stomach and intestines...
Allergy symptoms from bee stings range from mild local swelling to life-threatening medical emergencies. This is why doctors counsel individuals with known bee allergies to carry prescription insect sting remedies at all times. Most people get...
Seasonal allergies, allergies to pollen or mold spores produced only during certain seasons of the year, can affect the nose, throat and eyes. Also called allergic rhinitis, seasonal allergies are most common in the spring, late summer and fall.
Allergies occur when the immune system overreacts to substances to which it is being exposed. Allergies take different forms and are caused by different substances such as pollen, dust, foods, insect bites and medications. Some allergies are...
Avoiding eggs is more difficult than cutting out omelets. Many products contain eggs, making it hard for people with an egg allergies to keep the allergen out of their diets. MayoClinic.com states that the most effective treatment for an egg...
Allergies can be caused by a variety of things, from pollen to pet dander. Some allergies are merely annoying, while others may be life threatening. Although no true cure for allergies exists, a wide range of treatment options are available to...
Spring and summer months bring a slew of allergy symptoms to those who are allergic to pollen, report doctors at the Mayo Clinic. Signs of pollen allergies include runny nose, sneezing, congestion and other respiratory conditions. Avoiding the...
If you've been diagnosed with a soy bean allergy, treating the condition is most effective when you eliminate soy products from your diet. This may be more difficult than it first appears because soy is found many processed foods, such as ice...
Allergy symptoms are common and can include sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, skin rash, nasal congestion and even chronic sinusitis. They are the result of a histamine reaction in the body (when the body responds to harmful substances). Some...
Immunizations are an integral part of a person's health plan. According to the Kids Health Organization, some parents hesitate to have children vaccinated. Routine vaccines are unlikely to cause any serious illness, although some may cause mild...
Gluten is a protein found in wheat. It is a common food-related allergen, affecting more children than adults. Most children with a gluten allergy outgrow the condition by the age of 3, according to the Food Allergy Initiative. A gluten allergy...
Within recent years, the domestic cat has overtaken the canine as the most popular house pet within the United States. Cats offer excellent companionship and provide years of happiness to their owners. However, approximately 10 percent of the...
A nasal allergy is commonly defined as hay fever (allergic rhinitis), according to the Mayo Clinic. Hay fever is an allergic reaction that causes flu-like symptoms such as sneezing, nasal congestion and a runny nose. The most common causes for a...
If you have allergies to plants, you are well-acquainted with the runny eyes and sneezing symptoms that result when your allergies are triggered. You might also experience symptoms, such as hives and rashes, when you come into physical contact...
Everyone knows that bees provide us with honey. But less well-known is another byproduct of honeybees -- bee pollen. The New York University Langone Medical Center explains that bee pollen is pollen from flowers, collected by bees as they gather...
Asthma is a condition that is marked by inflammation of the airways. This inflammation causes swelling around the airways, making it harder for air to get in and out of the lungs. One of the most common forms of asthma is allergy-induced asthma,...
An allergy is an inappropriate reaction of the immune system to foreign particles like pollen, dust and certain foods. Symptoms like sneezing, itchy eyes and fatigue are characteristic of allergies and can be very difficult to control. Many...
Some of the typical sources of infant allergies include cow's milk protein, from infant formulas or passed from the mother's milk; house dust mites; and tobacco smoke, notes a June 2004 study reported in "Pediatric Allergy and Immunology." On...
Treatments for insect bites depend on whether an allergy has developed. A sting by a venomous bee, hornet, wasp, fire ant or yellow jacket may create a mild reaction the first time and allergic reactions afterward. Patients don't have to live in...
Allergic reactions, generically referred to as allergies, are biological responses to allergens such as dust, pollen or pet hair. Severe allergies may require a certain course of treatment however nasal lavage is a process that can be done at home...
Ayurveda is a holistic system of health care that has been practiced in India for approximately 5,000 years. According to Ayurvedic philosophy, disease and other health conditions are caused by imbalances in the body, mind and spirit. Ayurveda...
Shellfish allergy is considered to be one of the most common food allergies by MayoClinic.com. Some individuals may have a specific reaction to only certain kinds of shellfish including clams, lobster, shrimp, octopus and squid. Individuals may...
A mushroom allergy, like many food allergies, occurs when the immune system reacts to a "trigger" -- in the case of mushroom allergies, the trigger is mushroom-containing food products. The first time a person eats mushrooms, she may not be aware...
Because fungus allergy symptoms can come and go, many patients like to use a variety of treatments for different degrees of discomfort. Taking gentler allergy medicines when possible helps to minimize side effects and, in some cases, free patients...
Allergies affect about 10 to 20 percent of people, according to the University of Illinois at Chicago, and itchy eyes are a common symptom. Most eye allergies stem from environmental causes, and eye itchiness can be but one symptom among many or...
Wheat is composed of four basic proteins that can cause an allergic reaction: gluten, globulin, albumin and gliadin. The most common wheat allergy is to the gluten protein, mainly found in rye, oats and barley, according to the Food Allergy...
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