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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 a 34 year old person suddenly develop an allergy to shellfish?
Well allergies can develop overtime. Often when someone suddenly becomes allergic to something new (particularly food) it is because they ate something that was off/bad and it made them slightly sick. So when you eat that same food the body rejects it, thus creating an allergy to that food.
What are the sympthoms of allergies?
The symptoms of allergy, intolerance, or sensitivity, can be anything ranging from the classical rashes, hives, itching, and breathing difficulties, to headaches, nausea, fatigue, painful joints, muscle weakness, 'flue like symptoms, sleeplessness, twitchy legs, mood swings, depression, brain fog/fag. The list of symptoms is endless when you include food intolerance.
How do I treat severe eczema on a child who has it from head to toe?
Do NOT use store bought soap with all its additives and preservatives. Use natural soap with honey, oats and calendula since all those have healing properties like the one we make at lavendersoap.org. What is more is it has shea butter to seal in moisture. My sons eczema is actually the reason we started making soap in the first place. Since we have been using the calendula soap he hasn't had an outbreak and we don't even have to use lotion anymore! Good luck!
What are 5 foods people are allergic to?
The list would be miles long. It would wrap the earth a million times. Humans can be allergic to anything. From peanut butter, to water, to the sun, to silver to anything.
How do you heal your summer allergies?
To heal your summer allergies you can take some allergy medicine.
Does tapioca have milk protein in it?
Regardless of the normal misinterpretation that custard pearls contain dairy or gelatine as a result of their surface, custard bubbles are simply custard starch, which comes from a plant-based cassava root.
How do you relieve a stuffy nose without using medicine?
Take some allergy medicine and get lots of kleenex. (the blow and wipe your nose) :D
How do you know if Im suffering from symptoms of allergies?
If you are sneezing, have itchy, red, watery or dry eyes, are coughing, have a stuffy nose or an itchy throat, then see a doctor. You may be unfourtunate enogh to have hayfever. If you have asthma or other allergues, or it runs in your family there is an increased chance!
Bump in your tongue Very sore What could this be?
A bump on the side of your tongue is something that should be looked at by a health professional. Would you really trust your health to an internet 'doctor' who hasn't done a true history and physical?
Can you buy an over the counter epi pen?
No. However your doctor will write a prescription for one if you have a good reason. This is inaccurate. Many GP's will refuse you an Epipen because they cost nearly £40 each and you should have at least 2. I am supposed to carry one since an anaphylactic reaction some years ago but unfortunately I moved to a poorer part of London and now my existing Epipens are way past their use by date I cannot get any more although my allergies have not miraculously gone. This is a very bad state of affairs but that is how it is now in England. All GP's care about is their budgets.
Is it possible to be allergic to hand sanitizer?
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Antibacterial hand sanitizer has been used extensively to help prevent the spread of germs and diseases, such as the common flu. However, side effects from overuse, individual sensitivity and the chemicals contained in hand sanitizers, raised enough concerns for the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to issue a warning about its use in 2010. Moderate use along with the common sense to only use the product as indicated may protect the user from any of the possible side effects.
Skin IrritationAntibacterial hand sanitizer use may cause skin sensitivity in the form of itching, burning sensation or dry skin. Most forms of the sanitizer contain alcohol, which can easily cause redness, dryness and even peeling of skin, especially if used too often. PDR Health recommends not using antibacterial hand sanitizer over large areas of the body, but rather keep the use limited to hand sanitizing only. Areas of the body to especially avoid using antibacterial hand sanitizer on include your eyes, ears, mouth, nose and genital areas. Also be sure not to use the cleanser on a baby or very young child because the sensitivity and susceptibility of skin irritation in very young children. Increased UV SensitivityUsing antibacterial hand sanitizer can increase your skin sensitivity to the ultra violet rays that may cause sunburn in sunlight. Exposure to natural sunlight and using either sunlamps or tanning beds should be avoided when using the sanitizer. PDR Health advises protecting your skin with higher levels of sunscreen than normal if you use hand sanitizer. Reduced EffectivenessUsing antibacterial hand sanitizer can have the side effect of increasing the body's susceptibility to infection instead of protecting against infection. There is both a possible increase of antibiotic resistance and decreased ability to fight infection with continued use of hand sanitizers, according to Drug Watch. Using antibacterial hand sanitizers may actually be less effective than traditional soap and water according to Dr. Sarah Janssen of the Natural Resources Defense Council. Hormone ReactionAntibacterial hand sanitizers can cause possible negative effects on thyroid hormones and estrogen levels. Concerns about the safety of triclosan, a commonly found chemical in hand sanitizer, was reported by Drug Watch. Even though the chemical is found in many items, from hand sanitizer to cosmetics and even toothpaste, the FDA has stated it will continue to study the chemical.Can allergies be healed forever?
In some cases, yes, they can. Im allergic to all seafood! And sometimes i want to cry because I'll never be able to try shrimp or caviar. Usually for allergies like these, an Epipen is used. If you have an Epipen, please comment and tell me your allergy! Thanks.
Why is there a bump on my ear after i got my cartilage pierced?
I think you're referring to hypertrophic scarring. Its just a type of scar tissue. it doesn't happen every time you pierce cartilage, but it's pretty common with cartilage piercings. Its pretty easy to treat though.
What improves the peanut allergy condition?
Avoiding peanuts, in the first instance. If you accidentally eat some peanuts and have a severe reaction, an injection of adrenaline into the muscle will quickly relieve the potentially fatal symptoms of anaphylactic shock. For this purpose, most sufferers will carry an "epipen" - a self-administered dose.
If you have a peanut allergy and you want to reduce the severity of your symptoms, studies are being made on the effect of incremental exposure to the allergen in the hope that the patient will develop a tolerance. However, these treatments are highly experimental, should only be attempted by medical professionals and - particularly in the case of a peanut allergy - could be fatal if administered incorrectly.
What is in tape adhesives that people could be allergic to?
lol. You could be allergic to anything that isn't already in your body. Many people claim to be allergic to water, but you can't, really, because it's 70% of you.
Depends on the allergy and how long you are around the allergen .
Can antihistamines cause false negative pregnancy test?
Promethazine (Phenagren) can cause a false negative.
Does new carpet cause allergies?
New carpet doesn't cause allergies, per se, but it definitely can make them worse. New carpet does a lot of "off-gassing" - which means letting off chemicals. Since carpeting can contain as many as 130 different chemicals, many of them cancer-causing, you will be exposed to a lot of chemicals in the air while the carpet is new.
Allergies are caused by organic materials: plant pollen, pet hair, the droppings of dust mites, mold, feathers, fur, etc. If you have allergies to organic materials, your immune system only has so much tolerance for them - it's a bucket that can run over.
If your immune system's bucket is near full, and then you are exposed to chemicals that are also irritating (but not "allergens" in the way that physicians define them), you're going to react. The chemicals - off gassing materials from carpeting, a new car, new paint, cigarette smoke, etc. - will cause a big reaction, and you will be miserable.
The reaction can vary. It might be an asthmatic gasping for air, or a headache, or hives, or sneezing and watery eyes. All of these are allergic responses.
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Why is there a Smell of pollen when you sneeze?
The reason why sneezes smell bad is because the amount of bacteria and old saliva that was in your mouth sprays into the air as a fine mist or droplet spray when you sneeze.
People then would be able to smell your sneeze by breathing in your saliva which causes the smell of pollen and was in the air when you sneezed.
Can people with epilepsy take antihistamine?
Yes, people with epilepsy can take antihistamines, but it's important to consult a healthcare provider first. Some antihistamines can cause drowsiness or interact with anti-seizure medications, potentially affecting seizure control. Non-sedating antihistamines are often preferred, but individual responses can vary. Always discuss with a doctor to ensure safety and proper management of both conditions.
Can allergies cause sore throats?
I thought I was actually imagining my symptoms when I started coughing with my allergy. Unfortunately I'm allergic to my job! No, I'm not kidding. I was put on a new job making soap of all things and simply couldn't breathe without a mask and looked like Mick Jagger for ages. It's been three weeks now and I don't know if I'm gonna have to leave my job now cos I seem to be super-sensitive to everything we make now. So yes, in answer, I am experiencing the coughing side. Bit of a relief some1's mentioned it...
