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While the holiday season will likely be more quiet with less guests this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there will be more unwanted guests this year: allergies. Christmas tree sales are booming. Whether you own a live Christmas tree or an artificial one, allergy and asthma symptoms may worsen in Read More
Allergies
Hives: Diagnosis and Treatment
Hives, also called urticaria, is a type of skin reaction that produces reddish and very itchy welts. The welts may vary from small to extremely large blotchy areas on the skin. Acute hives are usually a result of an allergic reaction to an insect bite, food, airborne allergen, or medication. They Read More
Skin Allergies: Types and Triggers
As you go through your day, you encounter a wide variety of substances, including the objects you touch, the food you eat, and even things floating in the air. Sometimes, these may result in an adverse reaction known as an allergy. Have you ever had a rash or persistent itchiness? If this has Read More
Skin Allergy Overview
Have you ever gone for a walk outdoors only to return home with your skin red and itchy? What you are experiencing is probably an allergic reaction. It's uncomfortable and irritating, but it can be treated. When your immune system reacts to an allergen, your cells release a chemical called Read More
Common Types of Skin Allergic Reactions
Red, itchy skin can be not only uncomfortable but also embarrassing. Skin rashes and breakouts can have different causes, and it is very common to suddenly have an allergic reaction to fragrances, chemicals, or environmental factors. Skin allergies can affect people of all ages, from babies to Read More
How Are Allergies Diagnosed in Children?
Swelling in the face, breaking out in hives, and difficulty breathing are all symptoms of an allergy. The allergy may be due to food, pollen, dust, mold, or pet dander, and it can cause significant discomfort or even a severe reaction to the one who is allergic. Allergies are more common in Read More
Allergy Symptoms In Children
A lot of children have some form of allergies, ranging from mild to severe. If your child has allergies, it's important to get a diagnosis and treatment plan in place. Whether it's taking an oral antihistamine during allergy season or having your child carry an EpiPen with them at all times, it's Read More
Fish Allergy May Be Underdiagnosed
Do you suspect that you have a fish allergy even when the testing was negative? A study in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice explains that fish collagen may be responsible for this problem. The collagen in fish does not dissolve in solutions used for commercial diagnostic Read More
How Do You Get Rid of an Allergic Reaction Rash?
A skin rash that is caused by an allergic reaction can be uncomfortable and unsightly. Allergic rashes can be caused by a number of different allergens, and they can vary in severity. Although most will go away on their own without treatment within a week or two, there are things you can do to Read More
Eczema and Food Allergy: Are they related?
Eczema and food allergy are related, but this topic can be confusing. Here, we clarify when you should get tested for food allergies. Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, refers to red, itchy, and dry patches of skin. The exact cause is not fully understood. However, we do know that eczema is Read More
