Pregnancy is a time of many joys and discomforts. Many of the health problems that trouble women normally also continue during pregnancy, and allergies are no exception. Pregnancy presents many challenges when it comes to medication, because many...
Allergies occur when the immune system overreacts to an introduced substance, usually through inhalation. Pollen, pet dander, dust mites and mold can cause allergic reactions, which often resemble cold symptoms. Allergic rhinitis, also known as...
About 50 million Americans suffer from allergies, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. Allergies cause unpleasant symptoms such as sneezing, itchy eyes and skin, runny nose and congestion. More Americans are using herbal...
Pollen allergy occurs when the immune system releases chemicals in reaction to pollen particles, causing symptoms such as sneezing and congestion. Pollen allergies are often worst in the spring and summer months when plants produce large amounts...
Spring allergies---also known as seasonal allergies or hay fever---occur when plants release pollen in the spring months. Plants, like ragweed and Bermuda grass that are not pollinated by insects, release large amounts of pollen into the wind,...
Inflammation of the sinuses can be painful and uncomfortable. The sinuses, which are cavities near the nasal passages, become inflamed due to adverse reactions to common allergens, such as pollen, dust and pet dander. Sinuses become blocked with...
Mold and mildew allergies occur when the immune system erroneously responds to mold spores, causing symptoms that include itchy eyes, sneezing and fatigue. Allergy medications, such as antihistamines and decongestants, can help relieve mold...
Allergy is an immune reaction to substances perceived as harmful by the body. There are many different forms of the condition, such as seasonal allergies and food allergies---all of which can cause considerable suffering for those afflicted....
People get allergies for different reasons. The biggest cause behind them is an oversensitive immune system. An oversensitive immune system is overprotective, fighting germs and bacteria that normal immune systems would disregard. The common...
According to 2003 information from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, an estimated 40 to 50 million Americans have some form of allergies. Though billions are spent each year on prescription and over-the-counter allergy...
An allergy to cooked tomatoes may trigger symptoms, such as a runny nose, digestive problems, hives and swollen airways. Rarely, a food allergy can cause a life-threatening situation in which a person stops breathing after ingesting a certain food...
Many people suffer from allergies. Allergies can be from pollen, dust, pet dander, foods and any other substance that your immune system deems a threat. There are natural ways to fend off allergies if you don't want to take allergy medications....
Nasal congestion from a cold, flu or allergies is always uncomfortable, and when coupled with other symptoms of illness may make life miserable for those suffering. Stuffiness, swelling of nasal passages and sinuses, dryness, coughing and clearing...
Elderberry preparations are a common allergy treatment recommended by naturopathic doctors and alternative medicine practitioners. Linked with reduced congestion and upper respiratory symptoms, the flowers of the elderberry plant are commonly...
Bee pollen has become a popular health supplement because of the nutrients it contains, although some people use it to combat childhood seasonal allergies. Anecdotally, bee pollen has been said to be able to reduce allergic reactions to the pollen...
With allergy season comes runny noses, watery eyes, and that dry cough that keeps you awake at night. Some people flock to the drugstore when allergy season starts, to buy up antihistamines and other allergy medications. This is not always...
Food allergy is the abnormal response of the immune system to certain foods that can lead to serious illness and death. Fish, tree nuts, peanuts, eggs and milk are some of the common foods that trigger allergic reactions. Swelling of lips and...
Common allergy symptoms include swelling, itching and sneezing as your body releases histamines in response to what your immune system considers a threatening intruder. Over-the-counter medications can alleviate your symptoms, but these...
Pollen grains are small particles produced by plants that help plants reproduce. Unfortunately, pollen does more than fertilize plants; it also causes allergies in millions of people. As plants are blooming, pollen is spread through the air and...
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...
Your eyes are itchy and red, your nose is dripping like a faucet and you're sneezing every few minutes. Allergy season has struck again and you want to curl into a little ball of misery. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) more...
There are many prescription allergy remedies available. However, not all of them work well for everyone, and some cause unpleasant side effects. Research shows that there are some vitamins and herbal remedies that may provide relief, and perhaps...
Asthma is a chronic disease affecting the upper respiratory tract, in particular the lungs. During an asthma attack, the lining of the lungs becomes inflamed, forcing the muscles in the airways to swell, inhibiting normal breathing. About 20...
Your body is designed to naturally eliminate toxins, which leads some health professionals to question the benefits of detoxification. However, natural health advocates explain that the body has a more difficult time coping with the volume of...
If you have spring allergies, also called seasonal or allergic rhinitis, particular substances, such as pollen and various springtime plants, trigger harsh bodily reactions. Symptoms vary in intensity and may include sneezing, runny nose, red or...
Allergies are your body's way of telling you that it does not like something you ate, drank, touched or inhaled. You may suffer from mild allergies to airborne pollens and dust or you may develop serious allergic reactions from insect bites or...
Certain times of the year, as the pollen count rises, people experience allergic reactions that interfere with their lives. Although many over-the-counter medications can temporarily alleviate the symptoms, the side effects are often more harmful...
Allergies can affect your life by keeping you indoors, making you feel sick or keeping you from the foods you enjoy. Your body's allergic reactions are an over-response by your immune system. They can be caused by undigested protein particles,...
Dark circles under the eyes are a common, cosmetic concern. They usually appear later in life, but young adults and even children can have them as well. A plethora of skin care creams and medical treatments, such as skin lasers, are designed to...
