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Allergies

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 fever and insect stings.

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Can dogs have allergies to flea bites?

They absolutely can! Veterinarians call this "flea bite dermatitis". In this type of condition, the saliva of the flea causes an allergic reaction in the dog. This is quite common, and can result in a dog feeling quite uncomfortable and itchy.

The best solution? Using flea products from your veterinarian, including advantage or revolution. Flea medications purchased from pet stores are less effective and less controlled. Certain flea medications from your veterinarian (such as Advantage) can kill the flea on contact, so the flea doesn't even need to bite the animal to die. Other medications kill when the flea feeds, but prevents full-blown flea problems by killing adult fleas and flea larva.

For dogs that have this condition, it is beneficial to keep the dogs on these types of medications whenever they are at high risk to getting fleas. Since dogs can get fleas all year round, some owners may choose to keep their pets on a flea control throughout year. Nutrition and supplements that help to maintain healthy skin and coat can also be used to reduce the symptoms.

How do you clear allergies?

When I had allergy testing done, I was told there was a possible way of overcoming allergies. I am allergic to wheat and rapeseed oil. The Doctor told me to completely cut out these foods for 9 months (i.e. to not even have a crumb of wheat). After 9 months try a small piece of the food (e.g. one slice of bread) and see if you have a reaction. If there is no reaction, the following week try a little bit more (two slices of bread) etc and keep going that way. If however you get a reaction, then chances are you will not be able to get rid of the allergy. I think you would probably be able to overcome an allergy if it "developed" rather than if you inherited it. I guess the same method would apply to other allergies - cut it out completely for 9 months, then try to slowly reintroduce it.

How are anaphylactic allergy caused?

The main cause of anaphylaxis is allergies. The body is made to fight disease and infection, but those with anaphylaxis, their body can not fight off these things easily. Some medications, foods, and bugs can set off a persons anaphylaxis.

What are pruritic manifestation of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses?

It sounds worse than it is. It's a ITCH. Or a localized irritation that causes someone to itch the spot repeatedly. The corticosteroid responsive part simply means that the dermatosis is responsive to that particular class of drugs.

Can you get sick from inhaling mold dust?

yes it can make you very sick if in contact if it in your air ducts it can also make you very sick

Do allergy tests hurt?

It depends. How much they hurt depends somewhat on how tense the muscle that the solution goes into is. If the muscle is completely relaxed, little to no pain may come of it; however, if the muscle is rock solid tense, it might hurt for approximately 5 seconds during the injection. Afterward, there may be soreness at the site of the injection or a generalized ache in your body for a few days.

Some other factors in whether a flu shot hurts are how sharp and how big the needle is, how fast the needle is inserted through the skin, and how fast the vaccine is injected. The sharper and smaller the needle is, the less it will hurt, the faster the needle is inserted the less it will hurt, and the slower the vaccine is pushed into the muscle, the less it will hurt. Also, if you will pinch yourself someplace away from where the shot is being given (or have someone else do it), it can make it so you don't feel the shot being given. However, you may still have some soreness later.

It is different for different people. Sometimes the actual injection pain is purely a mental anxiety. For some people who might be afraid of needles and shots, the injection can be somewhat painful, and then only hurt slightly for a very short time (minutes to hours) after the initial injection. For some other people, neither the injection is painful nor is there any post-injection pain. Unfortunately, for a few others, the injection is quite painful or the injection site could be sore for a few days after receiving the shot. If soreness or pain lasts more than a few days, contact your health care professional for advice.

What to do for allergy swelling?

Use a cold compress: ice cubes in a bag, or a bag of frozen peas if nothing else is available. Antihistamine tablets may help.

How contagious is hay fever among children?

Yes, they can have allergies as well as an adult.

How can one avoid a food allergy?

People prevent the return of food allergies by following treatment guidelines. These include avoiding the foods that cause allergic reactions, reading food labels, and taking measures to prevent an anaphylactic reaction.

Which lasted longer the worlds longest sneezing attack or the worlds hiccup attack?

Longest sneezing fit The longest recorded sneezing fit is that of Donna Griffiths (UK). She began sneezing on January 13, 1981 and sneezed an estimated one million times in the first 365 days. Her first sneeze-free day came 978 days later on September 16, 1983.

What are symptoms of an allergy to gold jewelry?

First, almost no one is allergic to pure gold. But pure gold is rare (too soft for jewelry) and you may be allergic to the alloying material.

A dermatologist can test you, or you can acquire a pure gold ring and wear it for a week or two: if you don't develop a rash then you're not likely to be allergic.

A child who is allergic to milk has severely bowed legs.what condition does he have and is there any connection to the milk allergy?

Take the child to the doctor. Do not feed the child milk. If it says casein or ghee or whey or cheese or butter in the ingredients, or anything that looks like those words, do not feed it to the child. Do not feed them goat milk or slice meat either. Give the child rice milk.

Could there be an allergic reaction to mulch?

Yes, they can. This is a common allergy, present in 5 to 10% of the population.

Mulch is comprised of composted wood chips. When this wood is subjected to moisture (rain) and heat (sunlight), it is a breeding ground for spore-producing fungi. There are many documented cases of people being allergic to these spores.

Antihistamines can help reduce a reaction (which is usually congestion and itchy skin). However, the best way to deal with these allergies is to reduce exposure to the spores (through use of a pollen mask, rubber gloves, and long clothing). Avoid getting your face and bare skin near to the mulch. Do not breathe the dust if you are working with or around the mulch.

What foods should you avoid if you are allergic to nuts?

peas, beans, tesco's own value food due to nut traces...

What nuts are people most allergic to?

Some people's immune systems react strongly to proteins in nuts, but the reason for this is unknown. Current hypotheses include insufficient immune stimulation during development, genetic heritage, imbalances in gut microbe populations, etc - basically, no one really knows so everyone has a pet theory.

How does an allergy doctor determine what kind of allergy one has?

Allergists use a detailed history and a physical exam to determine the most likely cause of allergy symptoms. We use skin tests or blood tests to confirm the specific cause. Allergy skin tests are the gold standard, give us an immediate answer and are more cost effective than the blood tests. The blood tests are sometimes used when skin conditions or medications do not permit a valid skin test.

Are there any allergies related to campho-phenique?

I am allergic to this. I get a swollen lip and my cold sore gets much worse. Although I haven't been tested, I have surmized that I must be allergic to Phenol. Chlorasepctic throat spray also leaves blisters on my tongue. The active ingredient there is also phenol. I check labels now and steer clear of anything with Phenol in it, and I tell doctors, etc. that I am allergic to it when asked about any allergies. Phenol is present in many paints, some cosmetics and can be used in some chemical peels.

How do you cure chest congestion?

Over the counter expectorant cough medicines can be effective. Try the ones with Guaifenesin as an ingredient, which loosens congestion, allowing secretions to be more easily cleared from your lungs and bronchial tubes. Take deep breaths to aerate your lungs. Cold air humidifiers can also be helpful. Drink plenty of fluids, consider Vitamin C supplements if you are not getting good nutrition from your diet of fruits and vegetables. Avoid dairy products.

If the cough persists or you get a fever over 101 degrees Fahrenheit, dizziness, shortness of breath or chest pain, contact a medical professional without delay for advice.

Be sure to cover your mouth when you cough, using a tissue, not your hand. If you do not have a tissue, cough into the "crook" of your elbow held closely to your body to catch the germs.

Do not smoke. Stay home from work or school and don't go into public except to seek medical advice or medications.

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