ABSTRACT – An allergy is the immune response in reaction to any foreign body. The immune system generates antibodies...
Allergy
An allergy is the immune response in reaction to any foreign body. The immune system generates antibodies to protect against unwanted invaders. The seriousness of allergy varies from person to person that can range from minor irritation to a major life threatening disease.
CAUSES –
Certain foods such as peanuts, soy, fish and dairy products sometimes
Environmental Factors and weather changes
Toxins and medications
Non-food Proteins such as latex
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS –
Sneezing
Itchiness in eyes, nose, upper section of mouth and all over body
Watery or swollen eyes, runny nose
Anaphylaxis
Cough
Breathing issue
Rashes
TREATMENT –
Medication-
Antihistamines – These are available in form of tablets, capsules, creams, eye drops, nasal sprays.
Decongestant – Short term treatment for blocked nose due to some allergic reaction
Lotions and creams
Steroids
RISK FACTORS –
Smoking
Genetics
Exposure to Allergens
Diet and certain foods
EPIDEMIOLOGY –
10-40% of population gets affected from Allergies globally as per the estimation by The World Allergy Organization (WAO).
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