Allergy
Is a
hypersensitivity disorder of the
immune system.
[1] Allergic reactions occur to normally harmless
environmental substances known as
allergens; these reactions are
acquired, predictable, and rapid. Strictly, allergy is one of four forms of
hypersensitivity and is called
type I (or
immediate) hypersensitivity. It is characterized by excessive activation of certain
white blood cells called
mast cells and
basophils by a type of
antibody known as
IgE, resulting in an extreme
inflammatory response. Common allergic reactions include
eczema,
hives,
hay fever,
asthma attacks,
food allergies, and reactions to the
venom of stinging
insects such as
wasps and
bees.
[2]
Mild allergies like
hay fever are highly prevalent in the human
population and cause
symptoms such as
allergic conjunctivitis, itchiness, and
runny nose. Allergies can play a major role in conditions such as
asthma. In some people, severe allergies to environmental or dietary allergens or to
medication may result in life-threatening
anaphylactic reactions.
A variety of tests now exist to diagnose allergic conditions; these include testing the skin for responses to known allergens or analyzing the blood for the presence and levels of allergen-specific IgE. Treatments for allergies include allergen avoidance, use of
anti-histamines,
steroids, or other
oral medications,
immunotherapy to
desensitize the response to allergen, and
targeted therapy. (Wikipidia)
The time is Autum thru Spring :-( , Not happy with that info , I suffer from severe allergies . Good news , I'm not the only one who suffer from allergies is also 40 million Americans that suffer from allergies too.
What we can do about it?
Well me I just take medicine from the counter like Clarityn its really help me, for other people I recommend to go to the doctor and asked what is the best for them .Also people use acupuncture, but like I said before please check with your doctor.
How about children?
Yes , children suffer from allergies too, but like I said before check with your children doctor (pediatrician).
How I can feel better?
Well drink a really and the best hot tea, it's really help to feel a little better, try to use soft tissue for your nose fluffy P.J.'s and stay in bed all day ( if you can).Better yet let you hubby to give you a lot of love :-).
I hope you can enjoy this little posting !!!!! and have a wonderful Allergies free!!!
Madam Idea