When looking at both disorders simultaneously, most people do not equate allergies with stress. Allergies are an environmental health problem, caused by poor reactions of the immune system to the environment. Stress, on the other hand, is the body’s response to situations, inside and out, which interfere with the normal balances of life. Basically, every …
Spring is a wonderful time of year. It brings with it warm temperatures, beautiful flowers, and gorgeous weather. Unfortunately for many of us, spring also brings with it allergy season. Spring creates optimal conditions for the spread of the most common allergens: because of the increased plant growth pollen is at a high in the …
As a parent, one of the most stressful challenges you can face is dealing with and managing a child’s severe or deadly allergy. Knowing what to do if your child, or a child under your care is experiencing a potentially deadly allergic reaction can be the difference between a stressful afternoon, and tragedy. Read on …
According to the National Center for Health Statistics, there are about 19.1 million Americans suffering from hay fever and other allergic reactions. Allergies are an indication that you have a hypersensitive immune system. They lead to problems like sinusitis, asthma, and other reactions towards substances called allergens. In most cases, the allergic reactions are predictable …
Allergies can flare up with the onset of triggers such as dust mites, pollen from trees, grasses, or mold. When this happens, your child can get a runny nose, itchy eyes, or a sore throat. In more severe cases, allergy reactions can upset his or her stomach and make your child feel ill. It is …
In the United States, 1 in 5 people experience allergies of some sort. There are various forms of allergies that can cause several different reactions in the body. An allergy can be hard to identify at times, which makes it difficult to find the proper solution or treatment if necessary. Here are the most frequently …
Having allergies to man’s best friend doesn’t mean you have to be constantly isolated from dogs out on the street or even in your own home. 37%-47% of households own dogs and every U.S. home has been found to have varying levels of dander, yes, including those that do not even have dogs. It may seem …
Your immune system protects your body against harmful substances such as viruses. But if your immune system is overly sensitive, it reacts to allergens such as pollen and specific foods. One of the many ways your body reacts to these allergens is to increase mucus production, which causes sneezing, nasal swelling, itchiness in your nose …
If you have an allergy, your immune system overreacts to a substance you inhaled, touched, or ate. But how can you be sure which allergens are responsible for your symptoms? Allergy tests, combined with a physical examination and medical history, can give precise information about what you are, as well as what you are not, …
Having and maintaining good sleep hygiene is an essential part of living a healthy lifestyle. However, for those who are allergic to airborne allergens, getting and maintaining a good night’s sleep can prove quite difficult. This is because those with allergies often experience symptoms such as shortness of breath and nasal congestion, which can make …
