Treating Allergies and Understanding Them
More than 20% of the adults and children in the United States are affected by allergies. That means millions of people are affected yearly. These maladies can affect people at various times during their life and during different seasons as well, depending on the cause of the reaction.
There are numerous reasons people experience allergy attacks. Pollen, dust mites, food, and mold are just a few of the culprits.
Since allergies can be inherited, you may suffer from them if either parent has had them. But, just because your mother’s allergy is dust, does not mean that your allergy will also be dust. The allergy you receive may take a different form, you may be allergic to mold.
In general, allergies are inherited. If either parent or both had allergies, then we may have them too. However, just because dad had an allergy to mold, doesn’t mean your allergy will also be to mold. It does mean that you will stand a far greater chance of having some type of allergy, because dad had one.
If your body’s immune system is reacting unusually to a foreign substance, you may be experiencing an allergy. Coming in contact with mold or pollen will trigger the immune system and it will behave as though these substances are harmful. Results from this contact may include: watery eyes, hives, itching, and trouble breathing.
During more intense reactions, you may feel itching which changes to swelling, pain, and vomiting. This is called anaphylaxis and immediate medical assistance is required. Your doctor can treat most allergies with the usage of antihistamines, nasal sprays, and decongestants.
During a severe reaction, called anaphylaxis, your itching may turn to swelling, pain, and vomiting. If this happens seek immediate attention.
If all these methods fail, you may have to take shots or seek your doctor’s advice on a method that may be just right for you.
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