Allergic Reaction Symptoms
Understanding Allergic Reactions
We get a lot of questions on this site about what people assume are allergic reactions to something. But the truth is, some of the symptoms described don't sound at all like allergic reactions. It seems there is a lot of confusion about what an allergic reaction truly is, so today's post will help shed some light on this issue.
What Is an Allergic Reaction?
An allergic reaction is a series of events in your body that occurs in response to an "invasion" by a foreign substance wrongly interpret...
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Expert & Community Posts
Itchy Skin and Daily Hives -- Causes and Treatment
By Dr. Paula J. Busse , Health Expert...in that picture to the doctor. Although food allergy is rarely a cause of almost daily... Read more »
Allergic Reactions to Medications
By Kathleen MacNaughton , Health Expert...treatment. Read Kathi's post: How Can You Know Which Allergy Medicine Is Best? Read more »
Take the Sting Out of Insect Allergies
By Kathleen MacNaughton , Health Expert...people don't discover they have a stinging insect allergy until they have a severe reaction. ... Read more »
Managing Latex and Adhesive Allergies Before Surgery
By Sloane Miller , Health Expert...allergies before but only in relation to clothing. Latex allergy is very real and can be quite... Read more »
Peanut Allergies and Anaphylaxis
By Sloane Miller , Health Expert...farmers, "has allocated nearly $5 million in food allergy education and research efforts... Read more »
Health Guide
Food Allergies: A Case of Mistaken Identity
A food allergy occurs when the body mistakes a food item for a harmful substance, and the immune system creates antibodies to protect itself. Once this mistaken identity occurs, every time a person... Read more »Oral Allergy Syndome Can Cause Itchy Throat
"Of all the allergy symptoms I have, an itchy throat is the most bothersome for me." If you get an itchy throat or mouth, especially after eating fresh fruit or vegetables AND it gets worse during... Read more »Allergic reactions
Common symptoms of mild allergic reactions include: Rashes Hives (especially over the neck and face) Itching Nasal congestion ... Read more »Improving Indoor Air Quality for Asthma and Allergy Relief
Allergy and asthma control begins at home. Many people with allergies stay indoors when outdoor air is full of pollen and spores. But dust mites, animal dander and even cockroaches can cause ... Read more »The "Big 8" Food Allergens
...food allergies and associated anaphylaxis appears to be on the rise. Risk factors associated with food allergy include: family history of asthma and allergies, genetic predisposition to allergic... Read more »Images
Medications
...recommended for your age. Tell your doctor if your allergy symptoms do not improve after 3 days... Read more »
... In the unlikely event you have a serious allergic reaction to this drug, seek medical... Read more »
... In the unlikely event you have a serious allergic reaction to this drug, seek medical... Read more »
...occur. In the unlikely event you have a serious allergic reaction to this drug, seek... Read more »
...changes In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek... Read more »
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Mediterranean Diet Protects Against Respiratory Allergies
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New Tool Promotes Safe Immunization
September 15, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Pediatricians now have a new tool to ensure nearly every child can be safely vaccinated against deadly diseases, including... Read summary »
No More Allergies!
August 25, 2006MADISON, Wis. (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- Fall is coming, and so is ragweed season. It runs from mid-August through November, and this fall millions... Read summary »
Knocking Out Allergic Asthma
April 10, 2006CLEVELAND (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- Sneezing, itching, watery eyes ... Allergies aren't fun -- especially when they cause asthma. Some people have... Read summary »
Allergic reaction to meds can be serious
October 03, 2008According to experts, 5 to 10 percent of adverse reactions to medications come from medication allergies. These reactions can be life-threatening if... Read summary »
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