Allergies

Studies at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, have discovered that the cause of chronic rhinosinusitis is a reaction to certain fungi. Studies also being done at the University of Michigan...

Soy allergy is not an easy allergy to manage because of the numerous soy derivatives that exist in everything from food and infant formula to floor wax and crayons. If you have been diagnosed...

Wheat allergy is an immune system reaction caused by the body treating a harmless substance (wheat) as an invader and sending out histamines to fight it. Only about one in 200 people has a true...

If allergy medication fails to control your mold allergies, or if you are constantly exposed to the allergen through your environment, your doctor may suggest immunotherapy. This medical treatment...

As much as you love your pets, the allergens they produce may cause you discomfort. Animal proteins can upset your immune system, which can trigger inflammation, according to the Mayo Clinic. You...

The deadly effects of a bee sting or peanut allergy are well known but many people confuse a milk allergy with lactose intolerance ! One will make you fart, the other can kill you! While Lactose...

Milk allergy symptoms can disguise themselves in normal and everyday alignments. If you suspect that your child has a milk allergy, write down everything you notice and see your doctor.

Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) is an illness that confuses many people because in this 21st century the illness can manifest itself in various ways. It has yet to be determined if it is...

Penicillin is an antibiotic derived from the fungus penicillium used to treat numerous bacterial infections such as gonorrhea. Some people, though, are allergic to penicillin. An allergic response...

One of the eight most common allergies is an allergy to tree nuts. It is possible to be allergic to just one, such as almonds, or to all tree nuts. Either way, it is best to avoid all tree nuts to...

It's important for parents to be aware of the symptoms of infant asthma. This condition often presents itself differently in babies. They typically have different and sometimes more mild symptoms...

Does your child have any common food allergies that need to be monitored? Raising a child with allergies can be very stressful for parents. Depending on the severity of the food allergies,...

Anaphylaxis is the result of an allergic reaction that is a severe, life-threatening condition and can be caused by multiple substances. Early recognition of an allergic reaction can enable...

According to the Wall Street Journal, poison ivy has gotten MUCH nastier since the 1950's. Leaf size and nasty oil content are way up.Poison ivy is a common weed-like plant that may grow as a...

The idea of allergy-free pets might seem too good to be true, but it is actually possible to find pets that rarely cause allergic reactions. Keep in mind that animal dander, the source of many...

When people who suffer from pet allergies still choose to bring their dogs everywhere with them despite what their doctors recommend, they live a challenging life. There are some things they can...

Diagnosing anaphylactic shock, where an individual has a severe allergic reaction that can lead to respiratory distress and even death, can be quite difficult. An emergency medical team generally...

Food allergies can give you joint pain, headaches, fatigue, mood swings and even prevent you from losing weight. Testing isn't easy, but it's so worth it.

Wheat is one of the most common foods that causes an allergic response. But because the vast majority of processed foods use wheat products, it can be quite a challenge to eliminate all traces of...

Corn is one of the most common food allergens. Since the vast majority of processed foods utilize corn products, it can be quite a challenge to eliminate all traces of corn from your diet.

Having an allergy to milk is very different from being lactose intolerant, and the two are often confused. A milk allergy is caused by an immune system response to the milk protein, or casein....

Latex allergies are becoming more common as more and more products are manufactured with this material. Fortunately, there are alternatives to most latex products, but close observation is still...

Soy allergy is a fairly common food allergy, but different soy products may vary in their ability to cause an allergic reaction. Fermented soy, such as tempeh, will usually cause less of a...

Although most people with allergies to eggs are allergic to the protein in the egg white, some have problems with the yolk and a few can't tolerate either. Follow these steps to a symptom-free life.

Peanuts are one of the most common food allergens, and unfortunately for sensitive people, more and more peanut products are finding their way into foods once considered safe. The only way to...

Nuts are a very common food allergen, with peanuts being one of the most common. Some people are allergic to only one type of nut, while others must avoid all nuts.