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Asthma is a chronic condition that is marked by a narrowing of the person’s airways as a response to some type of trigger, which is different for everyone with asthma. It is a type of lung disease that can be life-threatening in severe cases without effective management. The more you are exposed to Read More
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What Tests Can Diagnose A Food Allergy?
Food allergies are becoming increasingly common, with an estimated 30 million Americans having one. There are several ways to test for a food allergy, and sometimes, a combination of tests may be required to accurately diagnose an allergy. What Is a Food Allergy? The immune system is the body’s Read More
Are GI Disorders Linked to Food Allergies?
If you feel ill after eating certain types of food, you might be suffering from more than indigestion. Food allergies can be serious conditions that affect more than just your gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Severe cases of a food allergy have the potential of causing deadly anaphylactic shock, Read More
What to Do When You Get a Peanut Allergy
Allergies are one of the most common chronic health conditions, and allergies can affect people of all ages from infancy. A number of things can trigger an allergy, from pollen to food to pet dander. One of the most common food allergies is a peanut allergy. A peanut allergy is one of the most Read More
What Causes Allergic Rhinitis?
Are your eyes and ears itchy? Is your nose stuffed and runny? Are you repeatedly sneezing? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may have allergic rhinitis. Allergic rhinitis is also known as seasonal allergies or hay fever. It is different than allergies from other things, such as pet Read More
Differences Between a Dermatologist and an Allergist
Even if something gives us an allergic reaction, most of us can’t help ourselves from enjoying the allergen – such as eating certain foods, petting furry animals, or hanging out with friends in the pollution-filled city. Once you have an allergic reaction, your skin may start to get reddish and Read More
Spring Allergies or Coronavirus?
As if there was not enough uncertainty in our rapidly changing world, spring allergy season has also arrived! For allergy sufferers, this may lead to some confusing and anxiety provoking symptoms in the coming weeks. Here are five tips to help you differentiate your Seasonal Read More
Best Treatments For Hives
What Are Hives? Hives or urticaria is a skin reaction that appears as itchy bumps when you are exposed to a trigger that your immune system reacts to. These welts may appear as small spots or large blotches on your skin. They can also be reddish in color and come in different shapes, such as round, Read More
5 FAQs About Grass Allergies
If you suffer from an allergy, you are certainly not alone. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), allergies affect more than 50 million people in the United States each year. Many of these allergies are outdoor allergies that return during certain seasons. These types Read More
