Allergies

ALLERGY

Allergy occurs when a person reacts to substances in the environment that are harmless to most people. These substances are known as allergens and are found in dust mites, pets, pollen, insects, ticks, moulds, foods and some medications. Atopy is the genetic tendency to develop allergic diseases.

Symptoms

• Hives.
• Skin rash/itching.
• Swelling.
• Nasal or chest congestion.
• Sneezing, coughing, or wheezing.
• Stomach/GI upset or change in bowel habits.
• Itchy or watery eyes.
• Running nose

Food Allergies 

An allergic reaction occurs within minutes of eating the food, and symptoms can be severe. Symptoms may include:

• Itching all over your body (generalized pruritus).
• Itching in just one certain part of your body (localized pruritus).
• Nausea and vomiting.
• Hives.
• Swelling around your mouth, including your throat, tongue or face.

 It usually occurs within 30 minutes of ingesting a food you’re allergic to.  The most common food allergies are:

• Milk.
• Eggs.
• Wheat.
• Soy.
• Peanuts.
• Tree nuts.
• Shellfish.

Inhalants

Inhalant allergies are airborne substances that you inhale (breathe in). They include allergens that may affect you throughout the year (perennial allergens) and seasonal allergens.

Inhalant allergy symptoms include:

• Runny nose.
• Stuffy nose.
• Itchy nose.
• Sneezing.
• Itchy eyes.
• Watery eyes.

If you have asthma, inhalant allergies can also trigger or worsen your symptoms, including wheezing and shortness of breath.

Perennial allergens include:

• Pets
• Dust mites
• Cockroaches
• Molds

Seasonal allergies include pollens. 

Latex Allergies 

Latex allergies develop after repeated contact with natural rubber latex,like

• Rubber gloves.
• Balloons.
• Condoms.
• Bandages.
• Rubber balls.

The most common reaction to latex is skin irritation (contact dermatitis). 

Other symptoms may include:

• Hives.
• Runny nose.
• Itchy nose.
• Difficulty breathing.

Venoms/stinging insects

• Bees.
• Fire ants.
• Hornets.
• Wasps.
• Yellow jackets.

Venom symptoms are consistent with anaphylaxis. They may include:

• Difficulty breathing.
• Hives.
• Swelling in your face, mouth or throat.
• Wheezing.
• Difficulty swallowing.
• Rapid pulse.
• Dizziness.
• Drop in blood pressure.

How can I prevent allergies?

The best way to prevent allergies is to avoid allergens.

• If you have animal allergies, avoid petting, hugging or kissing animals. Don’t allow them in your bedroom or on your furniture.
• Regularly vacuuming rugs, carpets and other surfaces helps remove dust, animal dander, pollen and other allergens.
• High-efficiency particulate (HEPA) air filters can also help. These air purifiers remove airborne allergens from your environment.

HOMEOPATHY 

Homeopathy treats allergies in a way that over responsiveness of your immune system will come back to normal. It may take a little longer, but cure is complete. Your body learns to react to allergens as any other person.