Allergies

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Almost everyone has experienced an acne outbreak, from the single, huge zit to the rash of small pimples. Some are lucky enough to suffer an occasional flare-up, while others struggle constantly to keep their bouts of acne under control... more »
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An occasional sore throat is unpleasant, but when you have this as a chronic issue it can make work, and life in general, difficult. Learn to control the sore throat symptoms and prevent it from occurring when possible... more »
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It's true--the average home contains millions and millions of dust mites, microscopic organisms that can cause allergic reactions with symptoms that resemble asthma. While it is impossible to rid your home of dust mites completely, you can take a ... more »
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Millions of people around the world suffer from hay fever. There are many over-the-counter medications to try, but here are some options available that you may not know about... more »
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Eating out can be challenging for a child with a peanut allergy. Chinese food, Mexican food and Thai food commonly contain peanut. Other restaurants often use peanut to thicken chili and gravy. Cooking at home for a child with an allergy to ... more »
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Cooking gluten free is important to those with wheat allergies (celiac disease) because gluten is made from the starch in wheat flour. It is used in many everyday products, but you can avoid those products in your recipes... more »
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Managing a peanut allergy takes a great deal of planning. Finding out everything you can about the allergy will help you and your child feel more comfortable living with it. In the beginning, life with the allergy can be very different, and you ... more »
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A cousin of the spider and tick, dust mites are microscopic bugs that thrive in dark, humid areas. Dust mites are found in every home; they eat the skin and dander that people shed daily and make their home in pillows, mattresses, carpeting and ... more »
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Sinus infections, also called sinusitis, can be both painful and annoying. And, since these infections can take several days or even several weeks to go away, finding some ways to cope in the meantime is important. Follow these simple strategies ... more »
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Cure acne naturally - Take it from a guy who was afflicted with acne for close to 8 years…this image distorting skin crisis characterized by bumps, excessively oily or dry skin and an accompanying low self-esteem (in most cases) is simply ... more »
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Poison Ivy- How to stop the itch... more »
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An allergic reaction can be bothersome, irritating, painful or even life-threatening, and when a person has a severe allergic reaction, time is of the essence. Here's what to do if you or someone with you experiences a severe allergic reaction... more »
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Allergies are a common ailment for adults and children. A wide range of symptoms include a runny nose, red itchy eyes, sinus problems, sore throat, headache and a general misery that can even result in sleeplessness. Although a number of ... more »
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While it may seem absurd, about 5 percent of the American population is allergic to poultry, so if you feel that you have adverse reactions to chicken, turkey and other poultry meats, you aren't crazy. However, detecting the symptoms of a poultry ... more »
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When things aren't normal with your genitals, it can be painful and embarrassing. While bacteria can cause the problem, it can also be a latex or lubricant allergy. If you're allergic to lubricant, you most commonly have problems in the genital ... more »
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Mold allergy is a reaction caused by a person's exposure to a certain kinds of mold. A mold allergy can occur anytime of year and a person can be exposed to either indoor or outdoor molds for symptoms to appear. You should seek medical advice if ... more »
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Peanut allergies affect over 1 million people in the United States. The most common cause of life-threatening allergic reactions, callled anaphylaxis, peanut allergies account for 80 percent of fatal or near-fatal allergic reactions each year. ... more »
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Sinus infections are relatively common and easy to treat. They're marked by inflammation of the sinus cavities, increased mucous production and smelly nasal drips. Since the symptoms of a sinus infection are obvious, it's fairly easy to diagnose ... more »
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A sun allergy, also known more commonly as photosensitivity, is when a person develops an allergic reaction when exposed to ultraviolet rays. Photosensitive patients can develop severe reactions from sunlight that require medical attention or ... more »
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The diagnosis of allergies is generally made after a series of tests are performed by a physician who specializes in allergies. The type of tests used to diagnose an allergy will depend on the kinds of symptoms present. The two basic types of ... more »
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Allergies are more than just an annoyance. For allergy sufferers, simple chores such as dusting or mowing the lawn can set off a series of uncomfortable side affects. When you diagnose the allergen it opens up the possibilities for targeted ... more »
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If you get hives or itchiness when you use scented tampons, it's possible you're sensitive to the perfumes used in the tampon. Positively diagnosing an allergy to perfumed tampons requires a biopsy, which doctors won't find necessary to do. ... more »
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Many people may have sensitivity to aspirin, but it is much rarer for a person to have an aspirin allergy. Since aspirin is commonly used to treat several ailments, including headaches and muscle pain, it is important to get your aspirin allergy ... more »
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Iodine is a trace element that occurs naturally in the human body. Allergic reactions often construed as iodine allergies are actually reactions to the muscle protein in shellfish. Despite the technicalities, allergic reactions is frightening and ... more »
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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 has a short amount of time in which to make a ... more »