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Allergies are diseases of the immune system that cause an overreaction to substances called “allergens,” according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). Symptoms can range from itchy eyes around cats or sneezing during the spring, to serious and even life-threatening repercussions that might result when one is allergic to a certain food or bee sting. Allergies may cause discomfort and inconvenience, and can worsen sinus problems, eczema and asthma, aafa said.According to the American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology , as many as 40 to 50 million Americans have some kind of allergic disease. Here are five general rules of thumb when it comes to your allergies:Don’t mess with Mother Nature Common seasonal allergens include ragweed, grass pollen and tree pollen, but these can be year-round if you live in a more temperate climate. Pollen from trees can be carried miles away from its original source, meaning you can still react to it if the source is not nearby. Wind...
This summer children and adolescents who suffer from food allergies will be attending day and or sleep away camps throughout the U.S.Now is the right time to review ...
If you have a child with allergies or asthma - this is a very good time to review your "allergy action plan" for the upcoming school year. First, if your child has a...
Ah, spring is here. The birds are chirping, days are warmer and longer, and the air is filled with a profusion of potent allergens, as pollen granules waft through t...
The Yule log is burning in the fireplace and various holiday ornaments are back in use for the holiday season. This is a particularly tricky time for those affected ...
For the nearly 50 million allergy sufferers, a complementary or alternate approach is sometimes a breath of fresh air.Some practitioners of "integrative medicine" pr...
Researchers have identified a possible link between your level of anxiety, mood and depression likelihood with whether seasonal allergies are present and/or well con...
As springtime moves into summer, millions of allergy sufferers find it impossible to enjoy the transitional beauty of Mother Nature at her best.Allergens have no bou...
A shot of carbon dioxide to the nose may bring some quick, though short-lived, relief to people with nasal allergies, a preliminary study suggests.So-called intranas...
[caption id="attachment_828" align="alignleft" width="90" caption="Dr. Bassett"][/caption]Allergy season in many areas of the US has had a big impact on all of aller...
Due to global warming, warmer climates and over-planting of male plants, trees, etc we are seeing a huge rise in level of seasonal pollens, and those who with allerg...
If you have pet allergies, chances are it is Fluffy rather than Fido that's making you sneeze. While an estimated 10 percent of people are allergic to household pets...
Food allergies affect about one in 13 U.S. children, double the latest government estimate, a new study suggests.The researchers say about 40 percent of them have se...
Generally, cooler months dictate we will spend a greater amount of each day indoors.This fact translates into more exposure to indoor allergens, very relevant if you...
Summer allergies and oral allergy syndromeIf you are one of the thirty million people suffering from summertime seasonal allergies, it is important to know about pol...
Summer allergies and oral allergy syndromeIf you are one of the thirty million people suffering from summertime seasonal allergies, it is important to know about pol...
If you believe your summer and fall allergies are actually getting worse, you are probably correct. For a quick explanation, good old global warming and overproducti...
Allergies are a big concern for us because they impact our energy levels and the way we feel. If we are having severe allergies, this can impact our ability to get w...
A therapy that allows hay fever sufferers to get allergy shots in the form of a tablet or drops can help alleviate symptoms and cut people's reliance on allergy medi...
During in the fall and early winter time in most 4-season regions of the US, we see an upswing in the number of individuals who suffer with a variety of respiratory ...
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