Nipping Allergies in the Bud
Allergies, also known as allergic diseases, refer to several conditions caused by the immune system's hypersensitivity to typically harmless substances in the environment. These diseases include hay fever, food allergies, atopic dermatitis, allergic asthma, anaphylaxis, and more.
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What Are Allergies?
Allergies, and their symptoms, can affect your airways, sinuses, nasal passages, skin, and digestive system. Allergic reactions can range from mild to severe. In extreme cases, allergies can cause a life-threatening reaction known as anaphylaxis.
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Categories of Allergies and Their Symptoms (but are not limited to)
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Hay Fever
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Sneezing
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Itching of the nose, eyes, or mouth
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Runny, stuffy nose
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Watery, red, or swollen eyes
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Food
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Tingling in the mouth
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Swelling of the lips, tongue, face, or throat
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Hives
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Anaphylaxis
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​Insect Stings
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Significant swelling at the sting site
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Itching or hives
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Cough, chest tightness, wheezing, or shortness of breath
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Anaphylaxis
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Drug
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Hives
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Itchy skin
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Rash
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Facial swelling
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Wheezing
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Anaphylaxis
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How Enlightened Medical Care Can Help
Avoiding allergens and taking nonprescription medications is not enough for some people. The best allergy treatment is based on your medical history, the results of your allergy tests, and if your symptoms are mild or severe. Testing can help determine what steps you need to take and identify which treatments are likely to work best for you. These may include allergy shots and desensitization, which involves regular injections containing tiny amounts of the substances that cause your allergies.
For a severe allergic reaction, call 911 or your local emergency number or seek emergency medical help.
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