Allergies
An allergy is an abnormal reaction of the immune system to a foreign substance in the body. Allergies are among the most chronic conditions worldwide with symptoms ranging from uncomfortable to life-threatening. Why We Have Allergies When the immune system identifies a foreign substance in the body, it releases antibodies as protection. The antibodies travel…
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Hay fever, or allergic rhinitis, is inflammation of the nose cause by nasal allergies. When the immune system identifies a harmless airborne substance as harmful, it produces antibodies that signal the immune system to release histamines in the bloodstream that result in hay fever symptoms. Common hay fever triggers...
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The best treatment for your allergies and preventing hay fever symptoms is avoidance. Medications can typically help manage symptoms, but have traditionally not been useful for long-term allergy management. The following are non-pharmacological ways to manage your allergies...
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