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Is this true or false Allergies or hypersensitivities are normal immune responses?
They're abnormal immune responses - by definition, an allergy is an inappropriate response to a foreign substance. After all, it's not known as an 'allergy' when people's immune systems attack harmful pathogens, despite the body mounting somewhat similar immune responses.
Do people who have allergies have lower risk of cancer because of stronger immune system?
No, allergies do not strengthen your immune system. An allergic reaction occurs more or less because your immune system confuses a non-harmful, foreign substance that has entered your body system with something that is harmful. There are signs that strong immune systems can help aid in fighting back against and possibly preventing cancer, but in this case, simply having allergies isn't going to make a difference in your immune response. Additionally, your likelihood of getting cancer is not as much based off the strength of your immune system than it is on other factors, such as lifestyle choices and genetics.
Why do some people catch contagious diseases but others no?
Some people have stronger immune systems or are immune to it.
Are allergies immune disorders?
Allergies are kind of like an immune disorder but not in the typical sense, rather people that have allergies just have extremely reactive immune systems. Basically what this means is that when you come into contact with an allergen (dust, pollen, animal fur and so on) your body reacts to this substance in order to protect itself. the body releases histamines to defend itself against the allergen. it is this histamines that often produce the symptoms associated with allergies, such as sneezing, watery eyes and sinus congestion.
Why am I allergic to silicone rubber?
Some people are allergic because of the rubber and the material can be irritating. Allergies are an immune response and a protective mechanism to fight off bacteria. Allergies are caused by the immune system being hypersensitive. If you are allergic to silicone rubber, you may have other allergies as well.
Does the immune system often kills cancerous cells?
Yes, most of the time the immune system weeds out cells that are abnormal.
Do people with asthma have weaker immune systems?
yes, because people with athsma have trouble breathing so their immune system gets weaker.
What do you call people who are prone to allergic reactions?
It is unheard of to be immune to allergies because allergies are an oversensitivity towards an allergy causing pathogen, unlike a virus which is avoidable because of memory cells.
Do people who have allergies (pollen) have stronger immune system?
It doesn't indicate a stronger system in general, just an overreaction to a specific thing.
Can people be allergic to stuffed animals?
Allergies occur when the immune system is over-stimulated. Most people will suffer from allergies at least once in their lives. Examples include asthma, hay...
List down the purpose of immunization?
Imminizations can prevent disease, and also the spread of disease. People who get immunized from a certain disease cannot catch that disease, which minimizes the chance of others getting the disease (such as those who's immune systems or allergies will not allow them to get immunized.)
What type of people have lower resistance to foodborne illness?
Children, elderly and people with compromised immune systems.
