POLLEN COUNT
Have you ever gone for a walk outdoors only to return home with your skin red and itchy? What you are experiencing is probably an allergic reaction. It's uncomfortable and irritating, but it can be treated. When your immune system reacts to an allergen, your cells release a chemical called Read More
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Food Intolerance Symptoms
People who have certain physical reactions to specific foods have either a food allergy or food intolerance. These two conditions tend to share similar symptoms, but they are distinctly different conditions requiring different treatments. The biggest difference is that food intolerance is never a Read More
Common Types of Skin Allergic Reactions
Red, itchy skin can be not only uncomfortable but also embarrassing. Skin rashes and breakouts can have different causes, and it is very common to suddenly have an allergic reaction to fragrances, chemicals, or environmental factors. Skin allergies can affect people of all ages, from babies to Read More
When Should I See an Allergist?
Runny nose, watery eyes, and itchy skin are all common symptoms of allergies. You may reach for the cold medicine and experience temporary relief from your symptoms – but if these signs actually indicate an allergy rather than a cold, then what you are doing is putting a patch over the problem Read More
