Alergie
Objawy

Alergia stanowi nieprawidłową odpowiedź immunologiczną, w której układ odpornościowy wytwarza przeciwciała IgE przeciwko nieszkodliwym alergenom, prowadząc do uwolnienia histaminy i innych mediatorów zapalnych. Objawy alergii są zróżnicowane i mogą obejmować układ oddechowy (kichanie, wodnisty katar, świszczący oddech), skórę (wysypka, pokrzywka, świąd), układ pokarmowy (nudności, wymioty, biegunka) oraz reakcje anafilaktyczne zagrażające życiu. Częstość występowania alergii w USA sięga 30% dorosłych i 40% dzieci, a objawy mogą mieć charakter sezonowy lub całoroczny, zależnie od rodzaju alergenu i drogi ekspozycji. Diagnostyka opiera się na wywiadzie, badaniu fizykalnym, testach skórnych i oznaczeniu specyficznych IgE, a leczenie obejmuje unikanie alergenów, farmakoterapię (antyhistaminiki, kortykosteroidy donosowe, leki obkurczające naczynia, immunoterapię) oraz edukację pacjenta.

Alergie – definicja i mechanizm powstawania

Alergia to nieprawidłowa reakcja układu immunologicznego, który błędnie identyfikuje nieszkodliwe białka (alergeny) jako niebezpieczne substancje, reagując na nie w sposób podobny do reakcji na wirusy czy bakterie. Alergen po dostaniu się do organizmu (przez wdychanie, połknięcie lub kontakt ze skórą) aktywuje mechanizmy obronne, które mają na celu jego usunięcie, powodując charakterystyczne objawy alergiczne12.

Podczas kontaktu z alergenem układ immunologiczny osoby uczulonej uwalnia substancje chemiczne, takie jak histamina, które wywołują reakcję alergiczną. Ten proces rozpoczyna się, gdy organizm wytwarza przeciwciała immunoglobuliny E (IgE) skierowane przeciwko alergenom. Przy ponownym kontakcie z alergenem, przeciwciała te przyłączają się do niego i sygnalizują układowi odpornościowemu uwolnienie histaminy i innych substancji chemicznych do krwiobiegu, co wywołuje objawy alergiczne34.

Alergie dotykają znaczną część populacji – w Stanach Zjednoczonych cierpi na nie około 50 milionów osób rocznie, co czyni je jedną z najczęstszych chorób przewlekłych. Częstość występowania alergii stale rośnie – obecnie dotyka ona nawet 30% dorosłych i 40% dzieci w USA56.

Objawy alergii – przegląd ogólny

Objawy alergii mogą się znacznie różnić w zależności od rodzaju alergenu, drogi ekspozycji oraz indywidualnej wrażliwości. Mogą być łagodne, umiarkowane lub ciężkie, a w skrajnych przypadkach mogą prowadzić do reakcji zagrażających życiu78.

Najczęstsze objawy alergii obejmują:91011

  • Kichanie
  • Wodnisty katar lub zatkany nos
  • Swędzenie i łzawienie oczu
  • Swędzenie skóry
  • Wysypka lub pokrzywka
  • Kaszel
  • Świszczący oddech
  • Obrzęk twarzy, warg, języka lub gardła
  • Trudności w oddychaniu lub przełykaniu
  • Wymioty lub biegunka
  • Niskie ciśnienie krwi

Objawy alergii mogą różnić się w zależności od rodzaju ekspozycji na alergen. Na przykład dotknięcie substancji wywołującej alergię może spowodować swędzącą wysypkę, podczas gdy wdychanie alergenów, takich jak pyłki roślin czy sierść zwierząt, zwykle powoduje katar i kichanie12.

Objawy w zależności od rodzaju alergii

Alergie oddechowe (sezonowe i całoroczne)

Alergie oddechowe, w tym sezonowy alergiczny nieżyt nosa (tzw. katar sienny) oraz całoroczny alergiczny nieżyt nosa, charakteryzują się następującymi objawami:131415

  • Kichanie i świąd nosa
  • Wodnisty katar i zatkany nos
  • Łzawienie, zaczerwienienie i swędzenie oczu
  • Świąd gardła lub uszu
  • Kaszel, szczególnie w nocy
  • Spływ wydzieliny po tylnej ścianie gardła (tzw. post-nasal drip)
  • Ciemne kręgi pod oczami (tzw. „alergiczne cienie”)
  • Obrzęk pod oczami
  • Zmęczenie i drażliwość
  • Ból głowy

W przypadku alergii sezonowych objawy występują w określonych porach roku, kiedy stężenie alergenów (np. pyłków roślin) w powietrzu jest wysokie. Nasilenie objawów zmienia się wraz z porami roku1617.

Alergie całoroczne (przewlekłe) są spowodowane ekspozycją na alergeny obecne przez cały rok, takie jak roztocza kurzu domowego, sierść zwierząt czy pleśń. Głównym objawem jest przewlekle zatkany nos, przy czym objawy oczne występują rzadziej niż w przypadku alergii sezonowych1819.

Alergie skórne

Alergie skórne mogą manifestować się w różny sposób:2021

  • Wysypka
  • Świąd skóry
  • Zaczerwienienie
  • Obrzęk
  • Guzki
  • Łuszcząca się skóra
  • Popękana skóra
  • Pokrzywka (uniesiona, swędząca wysypka)

Alergiczne zapalenie skóry (wyprysk atopowy) prowadzi do suchej, swędzącej skóry, która może stać się zaczerwieniona, spuchnięta i bolesna. Jest to częsta reakcja alergiczna u dzieci22.

Kontaktowe zapalenie skóry pojawia się, gdy skóra styka się z alergenem. Objawy zwykle pojawiają się w ciągu 48 godzin od kontaktu z alergenem23.

Alergie pokarmowe

Objawy alergii pokarmowych mogą wpływać na różne układy organizmu i obejmują:2425

  • Zawroty głowy lub uczucie oszołomienia
  • Swędzącą skórę lub pokrzywkę
  • Obrzęk warg, twarzy i oczu (obrzęk naczynioruchowy)
  • Kaszel, świszczący oddech, duszność
  • Kichanie lub swędzący, cieknący lub zatkany nos
  • Nudności lub wymioty
  • Ból brzucha
  • Biegunkę
  • Mrowienie lub swędzenie w ustach

Objawy alergii pokarmowej zazwyczaj pojawiają się w ciągu kilku minut do dwóch godzin po spożyciu alergenu. W rzadkich przypadkach objawy mogą pojawić się po 4-6 godzinach, zwłaszcza u dzieci, u których alergia objawia się wypryskiem2627.

Alergie na leki

Reakcje alergiczne na leki mogą powodować:28

  • Swędzącą skórę
  • Pokrzywkę – małe czerwone plamy, szczególnie na klatce piersiowej, plecach lub brzuchu
  • Wysypkę
  • Obrzęk, szczególnie twarzy
  • Problemy z oddychaniem
  • Anafilaksję

Alergie na jad owadów

Reakcje alergiczne na ukąszenia lub użądlenia owadów mogą obejmować:2930

  • Ból
  • Zaczerwienienie
  • Obrzęk (w miejscu ukąszenia i czasami innych części ciała)
  • Zaczerwienienie twarzy
  • Pokrzywkę
  • Świąd
  • Anafilaksję

Progresja objawów alergii

Czas wystąpienia objawów

Objawy alergii mogą pojawić się w różnym czasie po ekspozycji na alergen:313233

  • Reakcje natychmiastowe – występują w ciągu kilku minut od ekspozycji
  • Reakcje opóźnione – mogą pojawić się po kilku godzinach, a nawet dniach

Większość reakcji alergicznych rozwija się w ciągu kilku minut od kontaktu z alergenem, choć czasami mogą rozwijać się stopniowo przez kilka godzin. W przypadku alergii kontaktowych objawy mogą pojawić się dopiero po 48 godzinach34.

Fazy reakcji alergicznej

Reakcja alergiczna może przebiegać w trzech fazach:35

  1. Faza wczesna – występuje w ciągu minut od ekspozycji na alergen. Objawy mogą obejmować świąd, kichanie i wyciek z nosa.
  2. Faza pośrednia – podczas tej fazy objawy mogą się nasilić, pojawiają się pokrzywka, przekrwienie błony śluzowej nosa, świszczący oddech i ból brzucha.
  3. Faza późna – występuje po kilku godzinach lub dniach od ekspozycji na alergen. Objawy mogą obejmować zmęczenie, ból głowy i bóle mięśni. U niektórych osób może również wystąpić nawrót objawów skórnych, takich jak pokrzywka czy świąd.

Czas trwania objawów

Czas trwania objawów alergii zależy od rodzaju alergii i czasu ekspozycji na alergen:363738

  • Alergie sezonowe mogą trwać przez cały okres pylenia roślin, który może wynosić około 6 tygodni w czasie wiosennych, letnich lub jesiennych sezonów pylenia.
  • Alergie pokarmowe zazwyczaj trwają od kilku minut do kilku dni, w zależności od nasilenia reakcji oraz ilości spożytego alergenu.
  • Kontaktowe zapalenie skóry może powodować wysypkę, która utrzymuje się przez kilka tygodni po usunięciu alergenu.
  • Reakcje anafilaktyczne wymagają natychmiastowej pomocy medycznej i mogą trwać kilka dni, nawet przy odpowiednim leczeniu.

Ogólnie rzecz biorąc, czynnikiem wpływającym na czas trwania reakcji alergicznej jest czas ekspozycji na alergen. Na przykład w przypadku alergii sezonowych objawy będą się utrzymywać tak długo, jak długo pyłki będą obecne w powietrzu39.

Czynniki wpływające na nasilenie objawów

Na nasilenie objawów alergii mogą wpływać różne czynniki:404142

  • Stężenie alergenu w środowisku
  • Czas trwania ekspozycji na alergen
  • Indywidualna wrażliwość na alergen
  • Ekspozycja na wiele alergenów jednocześnie
  • Czynniki środowiskowe, takie jak:
    • Aerozole
    • Wilgotność
    • Dym tytoniowy
    • Zanieczyszczenie powietrza
    • Wiatr
  • Czynniki związane z rytmem dobowym:
    • W nocy organizm produkuje więcej histaminy, co może nasilać objawy
    • Pozycja leżąca zwiększa przekrwienie i gromadzenie się śluzu w zatokach

Badania wykazują, że alergie znacząco wpływają na jakość snu i codzienne życie: 74% osób cierpiących na alergie budzi się w nocy z powodu objawów, a ponad 90% ma trudności ze snem. Objawy alergii w nocy mogą być 2-3 razy intensywniejsze niż w ciągu dnia, a poranne objawy często osiągają szczyt w ciągu pierwszej godziny po przebudzeniu43.

Ciężkie reakcje alergiczne

Anafilaksja

Anafilaksja to ciężka, potencjalnie zagrażająca życiu reakcja alergiczna, która wymaga natychmiastowej pomocy medycznej. Może rozwinąć się w ciągu sekund lub minut po ekspozycji na alergen i objawia się szybko postępującymi objawami dotyczącymi wielu układów organizmu4445.

Objawy anafilaksji mogą obejmować:464748

  • Skóra: swędzenie, zaczerwienienie, obrzęk i pokrzywka
  • Jama ustna: swędzenie, obrzęk warg i języka
  • Układ pokarmowy: wymioty, biegunka, skurcze
  • Układ oddechowy: duszność, świszczący oddech, kaszel, ucisk lub ból w klatce piersiowej
  • Układ krążenia: słabe tętno, zawroty głowy, omdlenia, niskie ciśnienie krwi
  • Ból głowy, przekrwienie błony śluzowej nosa, łzawienie oczu, pocenie się
  • Dezorientacja, poczucie nadchodzącej katastrofy
  • Utrata przytomności
  • Wstrząs

Najczęstszymi alergenami wywołującymi anafilaksję są produkty spożywcze, leki, lateks i jad owadów49.

Czynniki ryzyka ciężkich reakcji

Czynniki zwiększające ryzyko wystąpienia ciężkiej reakcji alergicznej obejmują:505152

  • Wcześniejsze ciężkie reakcje alergiczne
  • Alergie na określone produkty spożywcze, leki lub jad owadów
  • Astma lub inne choroby układu oddechowego
  • Choroby serca
  • Występowanie alergii, astmy lub wyprysku atopowego w rodzinie
  • Ekspozycja na duże ilości alergenu

Powikłania alergii

Nieleczone lub źle kontrolowane alergie mogą prowadzić do różnych powikłań:535455

  • Zaburzenia snu i wynikające z tego zmęczenie w ciągu dnia
  • Trudności z koncentracją
  • Bóle głowy
  • Zaostrzenie astmy
  • Zapalenie zatok
  • Infekcje ucha (szczególnie u dzieci)
  • Problemy behawioralne wynikające z dyskomfortu i braku snu
  • Spadek produktywności w pracy lub szkole

U dzieci alergie mogą prowadzić do niepokoju, częstszych infekcji ucha i zatok, zaostrzeń astmy oraz problemów behawioralnych wynikających z dyskomfortu i braku snu56.

Specyficzne objawy w różnych układach

Objawy ze strony dróg oddechowych

Alergie często wpływają na układ oddechowy, powodując następujące objawy:575859

  • Kichanie
  • Zatkany nos (przekrwienie błony śluzowej nosa)
  • Wyciek z nosa
  • Świąd nosa
  • Świszczący oddech
  • Kaszel, szczególnie suchy, nieproduktywny
  • Duszność
  • Ucisk w klatce piersiowej
  • Ból gardła
  • Chrypka

U osób z astmą, alergie mogą wywoływać napady astmatyczne, powodując świszczący oddech, kaszel i trudności w oddychaniu60.

Objawy ze strony oczu

Alergiczne zapalenie spojówek powoduje następujące objawy oczne:616263

  • Zaczerwienienie oczu
  • Świąd oczu
  • Łzawienie
  • Obrzęk powiek
  • Uczucie piasku pod powiekami
  • Wrażliwość na światło
  • Rozszerzone naczynia krwionośne w spojówce

Objawy alergiczne ze strony oczu są częstsze w przypadku alergii sezonowych niż całorocznych, choć mogą wystąpić również w przypadku alergii całorocznych, gdy alergeny przypadkowo dostaną się do oczu64.

Objawy skórne

Alergie mogą powodować różne reakcje skórne:6566

  • Wyprysk (egzema) – sucha, swędząca, zaczerwieniona skóra, często z pęcherzami i łuszczeniem
  • Pokrzywka – uniesione, swędzące, czerwone plamy
  • Kontaktowe zapalenie skóry – reakcja w miejscu kontaktu z alergenem
  • Obrzęk naczynioruchowy – obrzęk głębszych warstw skóry, szczególnie wokół oczu, warg i twarzy
  • Świąd skóry
  • Zaczerwienienie

Objawy ze strony przewodu pokarmowego

Alergie, szczególnie pokarmowe, mogą powodować objawy żołądkowo-jelitowe:6768

  • Nudności
  • Wymioty
  • Biegunka
  • Ból brzucha
  • Skurcze żołądka
  • Wzdęcia

Objawy ze strony układu nerwowego

Alergie mogą również wpływać na układ nerwowy, powodując:6970

  • Zmęczenie i wyczerpanie
  • „Mgłę mózgową” (brain fog) – trudności z koncentracją i jasnym myśleniem
  • Problemy z pamięcią
  • Spowolnione przetwarzanie informacji
  • Dezorientację
  • Trudności ze znalezieniem odpowiednich słów
  • Bóle głowy
  • Drażliwość

Różnice w objawach w zależności od wieku

Objawy alergii u niemowląt i małych dzieci

U niemowląt i małych dzieci alergie mogą objawiać się w nieco inny sposób niż u dorosłych:717273

  • Częste pocieranie nosa (tzw. „alergiczny salut”)
  • Przewlekłe zatkanie nosa
  • Nawracające infekcje ucha
  • Problemy ze snem
  • Atopowe zapalenie skóry (wyprysk)
  • Świszczący oddech
  • Uporczywy kaszel
  • Objawy astmy

Alergie są najczęstszą przyczyną przewlekłego zatkania nosa u dzieci. Mogą również prowadzić do stanów zapalnych w uchu i sprzyjać gromadzeniu się płynu, co sprzyja infekcjom ucha i może powodować problemy ze słuchem74.

Alergie rozwijające się u dorosłych

Chociaż około 80% osób z alergiami rozwija je w dzieciństwie, alergie mogą również pojawić się w życiu dorosłym:7576

  • Alergie mogą rozwinąć się w każdym wieku, nawet w wieku 60-70 lat
  • Mogą być wywołane przez ekspozycję na nowe alergeny, np. po przeprowadzce do nowego regionu z inną roślinnością lub po zaadoptowaniu zwierzęcia
  • Ekspozycja na określoną roślinność sezonową może wymagać około trzech lat, zanim pojawią się objawy alergii

U dorosłych, którzy nagle zaczynają doświadczać objawów alergii sezonowych po latach bez problemów, objawy mogą obejmować kichanie, przekrwienie błony śluzowej nosa, swędzące oczy oraz zmęczenie. Te objawy mogą być mylone z przeziębieniem77.

Identyfikacja objawów alergii

Rozróżnianie alergii od przeziębienia i innych chorób

Objawy alergii mogą przypominać objawy przeziębienia, grypy lub innych infekcji, ale istnieją pewne różnice, które mogą pomóc w ich rozróżnieniu:787980

Cecha Alergia Przeziębienie/Infekcja
Wystąpienie objawów Natychmiastowe po kontakcie z alergenem Stopniowe, narastające
Czas trwania Tygodnie lub miesiące (w sezonie alergicznym) Zwykle 7-10 dni
Wydzielina z nosa Wodnista, przezroczysta Gęstsza, żółta lub zielona
Świąd Często (oczy, nos, gardło, uszy) Rzadko
Kichanie Często, napadowe Sporadyczne
Gorączka Nie występuje Często występuje
Bóle mięśni Nie występują Często występują
Pora roku Często sezonowo lub po kontakcie z alergenem Częściej zimą

Jeśli objawy pojawiają się w lecie i znikają zimą (kiedy ludzie zwykle chorują na grypę lub przeziębienie), istnieje duża szansa, że mamy do czynienia z alergią81.

Kiedy należy skonsultować się z lekarzem

Należy skonsultować się z lekarzem w następujących przypadkach:828384

  • Objawy alergii są ciężkie lub się nasilają
  • Objawy nie ustępują mimo stosowania leków dostępnych bez recepty
  • Alergia zakłóca sen, pracę lub codzienne czynności
  • Występują objawy anafilaksji (trudności w oddychaniu, zawroty głowy, obrzęk twarzy lub gardła)
  • Występują nawracające infekcje zatok lub ucha

Nie należy samodzielnie diagnozować alergii. Objawy alergii są wspólne dla wielu innych stanów medycznych. Ważne jest, aby skonsultować się z lekarzem lub specjalistą alergologiem w celu profesjonalnej diagnozy, zarządzania i leczenia85.

Diagnostyka alergii

Diagnostyka alergii może obejmować:868788

  • Szczegółowy wywiad medyczny
  • Badanie fizykalne
  • Testy skórne – aplikacja alergenów na skórę i obserwacja reakcji
  • Badania krwi – wykrywanie przeciwciał IgE przeciwko konkretnym alergenom
  • Eliminacja i prowokacja (szczególnie w przypadku alergii pokarmowych)

Testy na alergię powinny być wykonywane tylko wtedy, gdy występują objawy. Pozytywny wynik testu bez historii objawów po ekspozycji nie oznacza, że masz prawdziwą alergię89.

Zarządzanie objawami alergii

Unikanie alergenów

Najlepszym sposobem zapobiegania objawom alergii jest unikanie kontaktu z alergenami:9091

  • W przypadku alergii sezonowych:
    • Śledzenie prognoz dotyczących pylenia
    • Pozostawanie w pomieszczeniach w dni o wysokim stężeniu pyłków
    • Zamykanie okien w domu i samochodzie
    • Używanie klimatyzacji zamiast świeżego powietrza
    • Branie prysznica po powrocie do domu, aby zmyć pyłki
  • W przypadku alergii na roztocza kurzu domowego:
    • Używanie pościeli przeciwalergicznej
    • Regularne pranie pościeli w gorącej wodzie
    • Utrzymywanie niskiego poziomu wilgotności w domu
    • Regularne odkurzanie przy użyciu odkurzacza z filtrem HEPA
  • W przypadku alergii na zwierzęta:
    • Ograniczanie kontaktu ze zwierzętami
    • Regularne kąpanie zwierząt domowych
    • Niedopuszczanie zwierząt do sypialni
  • W przypadku alergii pokarmowych:
    • Ścisłe unikanie alergenów pokarmowych
    • Dokładne czytanie etykiet produktów spożywczych
    • Informowanie restauracji o alergiach

Leczenie farmakologiczne

Dostępne jest wiele leków, które mogą pomóc w kontrolowaniu objawów alergii:929394

  • Leki przeciwhistaminowe – zmniejszają ilość histaminy w organizmie, łagodząc objawy takie jak kichanie, świąd i katar
  • Kortykosteroidy donosowe – zmniejszają stan zapalny w nosie i łagodzą objawy takie jak zatkanie nosa, kichanie i katar
  • Leki obkurczające naczynia krwionośne (dekongesty) – zmniejszają obrzęk błony śluzowej nosa i ułatwiają oddychanie, ale nie powinny być stosowane dłużej niż kilka dni
  • Kromony – stabilizują komórki tuczne i zapobiegają uwalnianiu histaminy
  • Leki antyleukotrienowe – blokują działanie leukotrienów, substancji chemicznych, które powodują objawy alergii
  • Krople do oczu – łagodzą objawy alergicznego zapalenia spojówek
  • Adrenalina (epinefryna) – w przypadku ciężkich reakcji alergicznych (anafilaksji)

Immunoterapia

Immunoterapia, znana również jako odczulanie, jest długoterminowym leczeniem, które może pomóc zmniejszyć wrażliwość na alergeny:959697

  • Immunoterapia podskórna (zastrzyki na alergię) – regularne iniekcje stopniowo zwiększanych dawek alergenu
  • Immunoterapia podjęzykowa – tabletki lub krople zawierające alergen, które umieszcza się pod językiem

Immunoterapia działa poprzez zmianę odpowiedzi układu odpornościowego na alergen w czasie. Jest zarezerwowana dla ciężkich alergii, takich jak ciężkie reakcje na jad os lub pszczół, lub ciężki alergiczny nieżyt nosa, który nie był wcześniej kontrolowany przez żadne wypróbowane leki przeciwalergiczne98.

Zalecenia dotyczące stylu życia

Oprócz leków i unikania alergenów, pewne zmiany w stylu życia mogą pomóc w zarządzaniu objawami alergii:99100

  • Płukanie nosa solą fizjologiczną – pomaga wypłukać alergeny i zmniejszyć przekrwienie błony śluzowej nosa
  • Odpowiednie nawodnienie – pomaga rozrzedzić śluz i zmniejszyć przekrwienie
  • Regularne ćwiczenia – mogą pomóc wzmocnić układ odpornościowy i zmniejszyć stan zapalny w organizmie
  • Dieta przeciwzapalna – unikanie pokarmów wywołujących alergie i włączenie pokarmów przeciwzapalnych, takich jak owoce i warzywa
  • Zarządzanie stresem – stres może nasilać objawy alergii
  • Odpowiedni sen – alergie mogą zakłócać sen, co prowadzi do błędnego koła zwiększonego zmęczenia i nasilonych objawów

Podsumowanie objawów alergicznych

Alergie mogą powodować szeroką gamę objawów, od łagodnych dolegliwości do potencjalnie zagrażających życiu reakcji. Objawy te są wynikiem reakcji układu odpornościowego na substancje, które dla większości osób są nieszkodliwe. Mogą dotyczyć dróg oddechowych, oczu, skóry, układu pokarmowego i innych układów organizmu101102.

Czas wystąpienia, nasilenie i czas trwania objawów zależą od rodzaju alergii, dawki alergenu i indywidualnej wrażliwości. Niektóre alergie są sezonowe, inne występują przez cały rok, a jeszcze inne są wyzwalane przez konkretne ekspozycje, takie jak spożycie określonego pokarmu lub ukąszenie owada103.

Rozpoznanie objawów alergii i zidentyfikowanie alergenów, które je wywołują, jest kluczowym pierwszym krokiem w skutecznym zarządzaniu alergiami. Konsultacja z lekarzem lub specjalistą alergologiem może pomóc w postawieniu prawidłowej diagnozy i opracowaniu odpowiedniego planu leczenia104.

Chociaż alergie nie mogą być wyleczone, większość osób może skutecznie kontrolować swoje objawy poprzez unikanie alergenów, stosowanie odpowiednich leków i, w niektórych przypadkach, immunoterapię. Z właściwym podejściem osoby z alergiami mogą prowadzić aktywne, zdrowe życie z minimalnymi zakłóceniami spowodowanymi przez objawy alergiczne105.

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  • #1 Allergies: Types, Symptoms, Treatment & Management
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/8610-allergies
    Allergy symptoms include trouble breathing, itching, sneezing, runny nose, cough, rash, vomiting, swelling and more. […] Allergies can cause a range of symptoms, including: Skin rash or hives, Itchy skin, Sneezing, Stuffy or runny nose, Cough, Wheezing, Itchy, watery eyes, Swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat, Difficulty breathing or swallowing, Vomiting or diarrhea, Low blood pressure. […] Symptoms often depend on how you’re exposed to an allergen. For instance, if you touch something you’re allergic to, you might get an itchy rash. If you’re allergic to pollen or pet dander, you usually get a runny nose or sneeze when you breathe them in. Food and drug allergies and bee stings are more likely to cause severe reactions, like airway swelling and vomiting. […] Your allergies will continue as long as you’re exposed to the allergen. Some start within minutes of exposure, while others don’t start until hours or days later. Once you’re no longer around allergens, your symptoms should go away after a few hours. Some allergies, like poison ivy rashes, can last for a few weeks.
  • #2 Allergies: Types, Symptoms, Treatment & Management
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/8610-allergies
    Allergies happen when your immune system mistakenly identifies foreign proteins in pollen, pet dander, medications, food or other substances as something harmful (as if it were a virus or bacteria). Inhaling, eating or touching something you’re allergic to activates mechanisms meant to protect you and flush the allergen out of your system. This causes your symptoms, which can sometimes be life-threatening. […] What to expect when you have allergies depends on what kind they are. Seasonal or pet allergies are generally more likely to cause irritating, but not life-threatening, reactions. Food and drug allergies and bee stings are more likely to cause serious reactions. You’ll probably need to carry an epinephrine injector if you have one of these allergies.
  • #3 Hay fever – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hay-fever/symptoms-causes/syc-20373039
    When someone has hay fever, the immune system identifies a harmless airborne substance as being harmful. This substance is called an allergen. The body produces immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies to protect against allergens. When the body comes in contact with an allergen, these antibodies signal the immune system to release chemicals such as histamine into the bloodstream. This causes a reaction that leads to the symptoms of hay fever. […] Hay fever can interfere with enjoyment of activities and cause you to be less productive. For many people, hay fever symptoms lead to missing work or school. […] Hay fever symptoms can keep you awake or make it hard to stay asleep. This can lead to fatigue and a general feeling of being unwell, called malaise. […] Hay fever can worsen symptoms of asthma, such as coughing and wheezing. […] Prolonged sinus congestion due to hay fever may increase your risk of getting sinusitis an infection or inflammation of the membrane that lines the sinuses. […] In children, hay fever often is a factor in middle ear infection, called otitis media.
  • #4 A Complete Guide to Allergies – Allergy & Asthma Network
    https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/allergies/
    A person with an allergy has an overactive immune system. When people have an allergy, their immune system reacts to harmless things, such as grass pollen, pet fur, or a specific food. Something that is normally harmless but causes a reaction is called an allergen. […] In people with allergies, the usual way the immune system treats things like pollen, mold, dust mites or animal dander is changed, and the body identifies these as dangerous invaders. Then, your immune system creates a specific IgE antibody to fight it if the allergen enters your body again. […] When you come in contact with the same allergen later, the body is ready to respond with its protective IgE antibodies for that allergen. The antibodies attach themselves to white blood cells called mast cells that line the mucous membrane of the nose, eyes and lungs and cause inflammation. Cilia, the tiny hairs that trap and sweep allergens out of the way, become bogged down with mucus and fluid and allergy symptoms appear.
  • #5 Allergy Symptoms | Allergy & Asthma Network
    https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/allergies/symptoms-of-allergies/
    Allergies affect as many as 60 million people in the United States every year. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are 7 million doctors office visits every year due to allergy symptoms. It is important to understand your allergy symptoms and what is causing them. That way, you can learn how to avoid exposure and be ready to treat your allergy symptoms if they do occur. […] Allergy symptoms occur when your immune system overreacts to a typically harmless substance such as pollen, dust mites, or foods. When exposed to this substance (known as a trigger or allergen,) your bodys immune system will respond: the immune system will release chemicals such as histamine. histamine and other chemicals will result in the symptoms you experience such as itching, hives or sneezing. This immune system response is called an allergic reaction.
  • #6 Allergies and Allergic Reactions | AAFA.org | AAFA | Allergies
    https://aafa.org/allergies/
    Allergies are one of the most common chronic diseases. A chronic disease lasts a long time or occurs often. An allergy occurs when the bodys immune system sees a substance as harmful and overreacts to it. […] The symptoms that result are an allergic reaction. […] The most common allergy symptoms can simply make you uncomfortable. For example, you may have watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, a rash or hives. Other more serious symptoms, like trouble breathing and swelling in your mouth or throat, may be a life-threatening reaction called anaphylaxis [anna-fih-LACK-sis]. […] Allergies are increasing. They affect as many as 30% of adults and 40% of children in the United States.
  • #7 Allergies: Types, Symptoms, Treatment & Management
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/8610-allergies
    Allergy symptoms include trouble breathing, itching, sneezing, runny nose, cough, rash, vomiting, swelling and more. […] Allergies can cause a range of symptoms, including: Skin rash or hives, Itchy skin, Sneezing, Stuffy or runny nose, Cough, Wheezing, Itchy, watery eyes, Swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat, Difficulty breathing or swallowing, Vomiting or diarrhea, Low blood pressure. […] Symptoms often depend on how you’re exposed to an allergen. For instance, if you touch something you’re allergic to, you might get an itchy rash. If you’re allergic to pollen or pet dander, you usually get a runny nose or sneeze when you breathe them in. Food and drug allergies and bee stings are more likely to cause severe reactions, like airway swelling and vomiting. […] Your allergies will continue as long as you’re exposed to the allergen. Some start within minutes of exposure, while others don’t start until hours or days later. Once you’re no longer around allergens, your symptoms should go away after a few hours. Some allergies, like poison ivy rashes, can last for a few weeks.
  • #8 Allergies Overview
    https://www.aaaai.org/conditions-treatments/allergies/allergies-overview
    Allergy symptoms range from making you miserable to putting you at risk for life-threatening reactions. […] An allergic reaction typically triggers symptoms in the nose, lungs, throat, sinuses, ears, lining of the stomach or on the skin. For some people, allergies can also trigger symptoms of asthma. In the most serious cases, a life-threatening reaction called anaphylaxis (an-a-fi-LAK-sis) can occur.
  • #9 Allergies: Types, Symptoms, Treatment & Management
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/8610-allergies
    Allergy symptoms include trouble breathing, itching, sneezing, runny nose, cough, rash, vomiting, swelling and more. […] Allergies can cause a range of symptoms, including: Skin rash or hives, Itchy skin, Sneezing, Stuffy or runny nose, Cough, Wheezing, Itchy, watery eyes, Swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat, Difficulty breathing or swallowing, Vomiting or diarrhea, Low blood pressure. […] Symptoms often depend on how you’re exposed to an allergen. For instance, if you touch something you’re allergic to, you might get an itchy rash. If you’re allergic to pollen or pet dander, you usually get a runny nose or sneeze when you breathe them in. Food and drug allergies and bee stings are more likely to cause severe reactions, like airway swelling and vomiting. […] Your allergies will continue as long as you’re exposed to the allergen. Some start within minutes of exposure, while others don’t start until hours or days later. Once you’re no longer around allergens, your symptoms should go away after a few hours. Some allergies, like poison ivy rashes, can last for a few weeks.
  • #10 Allergy Symptoms
    https://aafa.org/allergies/allergy-symptoms/
    Allergens can get into your body many ways to cause an allergic reaction. […] The severity of symptoms during an allergic reaction can vary widely. Some of the symptoms of an allergic reaction include: Itchy, watery eyes, Itchy nose, Sneezing, Runny nose, Rashes, Hives (a rash with raised red patches), Stomach cramps, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Bloating, Swelling, Redness, Pain, Tongue swelling, Cough, Throat closing, Wheezing (a whistling sound when you breathe), Chest tightness and losing your breath, Feeling faint, light-headed or blacking out, A sense of impending doom. […] Some of these symptoms can be sign of a life-threatening allergic reaction. […] Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. It happens fast and may cause death. Symptoms usually involve more than one part of the body, such as the skin or mouth, the lungs, the heart and the gut.
  • #11 Allergies
    https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/allergies/
    An allergy is where your body reacts to something that’s normally harmless like pollen, dust or animal fur. The symptoms can be mild, but for some people they can be very serious. […] Symptoms of an allergic reaction can include: a runny nose or sneezing, pain or tenderness around your cheeks, eyes or forehead, coughing, wheezing or breathlessness, itchy skin or a raised rash (hives), diarrhoea, feeling or being sick, swollen eyes, lips, mouth or throat. […] You or the person who’s unwell may also have a rash that’s swollen, raised or itchy. These can be signs of a serious allergic reaction and may need immediate treatment in hospital. […] A GP may arrange some allergy tests or refer you to a specialist allergy clinic to have them. […] Your specialist will give you an allergy management plan that will explain how to manage your allergy.
  • #12 Allergies: Types, Symptoms, Treatment & Management
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/8610-allergies
    Allergy symptoms include trouble breathing, itching, sneezing, runny nose, cough, rash, vomiting, swelling and more. […] Allergies can cause a range of symptoms, including: Skin rash or hives, Itchy skin, Sneezing, Stuffy or runny nose, Cough, Wheezing, Itchy, watery eyes, Swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat, Difficulty breathing or swallowing, Vomiting or diarrhea, Low blood pressure. […] Symptoms often depend on how you’re exposed to an allergen. For instance, if you touch something you’re allergic to, you might get an itchy rash. If you’re allergic to pollen or pet dander, you usually get a runny nose or sneeze when you breathe them in. Food and drug allergies and bee stings are more likely to cause severe reactions, like airway swelling and vomiting. […] Your allergies will continue as long as you’re exposed to the allergen. Some start within minutes of exposure, while others don’t start until hours or days later. Once you’re no longer around allergens, your symptoms should go away after a few hours. Some allergies, like poison ivy rashes, can last for a few weeks.
  • #13 Allergic rhinitis – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allergic_rhinitis
    Allergic rhinitis, of which the seasonal type is called hay fever, is a type of inflammation in the nose that occurs when the immune system overreacts to allergens in the air. Signs and symptoms include a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, red, itchy, and watery eyes, and swelling around the eyes. Symptom onset is often within minutes following allergen exposure, and can affect sleep and the ability to work or study. Some people may develop symptoms only during specific times of the year, often as a result of pollen exposure. Many people with allergic rhinitis also have asthma, allergic conjunctivitis, or atopic dermatitis. […] The characteristic symptoms of allergic rhinitis are: rhinorrhea (excess nasal secretion), itching, sneezing fits, and nasal congestion/obstruction. […] The symptoms of allergies resemble those of the common cold; however, they often last for more than two weeks and, despite the common name, typically do not include a fever.
  • #14 Allergic rhinitis: MedlinePlus Medical EncyclopediaLock
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000813.htm
    Allergic rhinitis is a diagnosis associated with a group of symptoms affecting the nose. These symptoms occur when you breathe in something you are allergic to, such as dust, animal dander, or pollen. Symptoms can also occur when you eat a food that you are allergic to. […] Symptoms that occur shortly after you come into contact with the substance you are allergic to may include: Itchy nose, mouth, eyes, throat, skin, or any area; Problems with smell; Runny nose; Sneezing; Watery eyes. […] Symptoms that may develop later include: Stuffy nose (nasal congestion); Coughing; Clogged ears and decreased sense of smell; Sore throat; Dark circles under the eyes; Puffiness under the eyes; Fatigue and irritability; Headache. […] Most symptoms of allergic rhinitis can be treated with medicines. More severe cases need allergy shots. […] Some people, especially children, may outgrow an allergy as the immune system becomes less sensitive to the trigger. But once a substance such as pollen causes allergies, it often continues to have a long-term effect on the person.
  • #15 Seasonal Allergies – Immune Disorders – Merck Manual Consumer Version
    https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/immune-disorders/allergic-reactions-and-other-hypersensitivity-disorders/seasonal-allergies
    Seasonal allergies cause itchy skin, a runny nose, sneezing, and sometimes itchy or watery, bloodshot eyes. […] Symptoms involve primarily the membrane lining the nose, causing allergic rhinitis, or the membrane lining the eyelids and covering the whites of the eyes (conjunctiva), causing allergic conjunctivitis. […] Seasonal allergies can make the nose, roof of the mouth, back of the throat, and eyes itch. Itching may start gradually or abruptly. The nose runs, producing a clear watery discharge, and may become stuffed up. […] The sinuses may also become stuffed up, causing headaches and occasionally sinus infections (sinusitis). Sneezing is common. […] The eyes may water, sometimes profusely, and itch. The whites of the eyes may become red, and the eyelids may become red and swollen.
  • #16 Hay fever – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hay-fever/symptoms-causes/syc-20373039
    Hay fever, also called allergic rhinitis, causes cold-like symptoms. These may include a runny nose, itchy eyes, congestion, sneezing and sinus pressure. […] Hay fever symptoms can include: Runny nose and nasal stuffiness, called congestion. Watery, itchy, red eyes. Sneezing. Cough. Itchy nose, roof of mouth or throat. Mucus that runs down the back of the throat, called postnasal drip. Swollen, bruised-appearing skin under the eyes, known as allergic shiners. Extreme tiredness and fatigue, often due to poor sleep. […] Your hay fever symptoms may occur year-round or may start or worsen at a particular time of year. These are known as seasonal allergies. […] Symptoms can be similar, so it can be difficult to tell which one you have. […] Many people especially children get used to hay fever symptoms, so they might not seek treatment until the symptoms become severe. But getting the right treatment might offer relief.
  • #17 Seasonal Allergies (Allergic Rhinitis) > Fact Sheets > Yale Medicine
    https://www.yalemedicine.org/conditions/seasonal-allergies
    If you’re one of the 50 million Americans who suffers from allergies, your symptoms may bloom when the seasons shift. Itchy, watery eyes, a tickly throat, and a stuffy, runny nose can make you dread springing ahead—and falling back. Likely triggers include tree pollen, grass, mold, and ragweed. […] Whatever the cause, allergies can make you feel miserable. “One aspect of allergies is that you can be really tired or fatigued, so it wipes you out,” says Christina Price, MD, a Yale Medicine allergist and immunologist. The fatigue can cause confusion about the source of your discomfort: Do you have allergies or a cold? It matters because you should treat them differently. […] The severity of your reaction depends on how much of a threat your body perceives an allergen is. Take pollen, for example. “Most people don’t have an immune response to pollen, but a certain percentage of people’s immune systems see it as foreign and dangerous and they treat it like a pathogen or infection,” says Dr. Price.
  • #18 Year-Round Allergies – Immune Disorders – Merck Manual Consumer Version
    https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/immune-disorders/allergic-reactions-and-other-hypersensitivity-disorders/year-round-allergies
    Year-round (perennial) allergies result from indoor exposure to airborne substances (such as house dust) that are present throughout the year. […] The most obvious symptom of perennial allergies is a chronically stuffy nose. The nose runs, producing a clear watery discharge. The nose, roof of the mouth, and back of the throat may itch. Itching may start gradually or abruptly. Sneezing is common. […] Perennial allergies may occur at any time of year unrelated to the season or may last year-round. […] Usually, perennial allergies cause nasal symptoms (allergic rhinitis) but not eye symptoms (allergic conjunctivitis). However, allergic conjunctivitis can result when allergens are inadvertently rubbed into the eyes. […] Many people who have a perennial allergy also have asthma, possibly caused by the same allergy triggers (allergens) that contribute to allergic rhinitis and allergic conjunctivitis.
  • #19 Indoor Allergies | Causes, Symptoms & Testing | Allergy Insider | Allergy Insider
    https://www.thermofisher.com/diagnostic-education/patient/cn/en/allergy-types/year-round-allergies.html
    Indoor allergy symptoms are similar to most other allergies and include: Itchy, stuffy nose, Runny nose, Sneezing, Itchy, watery, swollen, bloodshot eyes, Scratchy, swollen throat, Coughing, Wheezing, Tightness in the chest. […] If you are suffering from symptoms throughout the year, you may not be able to find relief until you receive an accurate diagnosis. […] A blood test can help detect sensitization to hundreds of potential allergic triggers, including pollen, mold, food, and animal dander. […] Insects, such as cockroaches, have proteins in their body parts, saliva, and waste that can set off allergy symptoms and asthma, even after they are dead. Symptoms may be worse during or after cleaning because vacuuming, sweeping, and dusting can kick up the reaction-causing protein into the air, making it easier to inhale. Insect allergy symptoms are similar to hay fever or pollen allergy symptoms but continue beyond the spring or fall seasons.
  • #20 Allergy Symptoms
    https://aafa.org/allergies/allergy-symptoms/
    Eye allergies are a reaction to indoor and outdoor allergens that get into your eyes. The tissue that lines the inside of the eyelid and outside of the eyeball becomes inflamed and swollen and leads to itching, redness, tearing and irritation of the eyes. […] Skin allergies occur when your skin comes in contact with an allergen that your skin is sensitive or allergic to. The allergic reaction usually appears within 48 hours after the initial exposure to the allergen. Symptoms often include the following: redness, swelling, blistering, itching, hives and rashes. […] The word rhinitis means inflammation of the nose. When the nose becomes irritated by allergens or irritants, it may produce more and thicker mucus than usual. This drainage can irritate the back of the throat and cause coughing. Allergic reactions can also cause congestion, itchy nose or throat, sneezing, a runny nose and itchy, watery eyes. […] Sinusitis is an infection or inflammation of the sinuses. When the tissue inside the sinuses becomes inflamed, mucus discharge is increased. Over time, air trapped inside the swollen sinuses can create painful pressure inside the head. This is a sinus headache.
  • #21 Allergy Symptoms: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment
    https://www.webmd.com/allergies/allergy-symptoms
    Sneezing, watery eyes, and a stuffy or runny nose are common symptoms of seasonal allergies. […] This leads to symptoms, such as sneezing, itching, hives, and shortness of breath. These symptoms are usually mild. But allergies can sometimes cause a serious reaction called anaphylaxis, which is potentially life-threatening. […] Common symptoms of skin allergies include rash, itch, redness, swelling, bumps, flaky skin, and cracked skin. […] Symptoms of animal allergies cause symptoms such as runny or stuffy nose, face pain due to a stuffy nose, sneezing, watery, red, and itchy eyes, cough, chest tightness, shortness of breath, and wheezing, skin rash or hives. […] Symptoms of cockroach allergy include coughing or wheezing, stuffy nose, sinus infection, ear infection, and skin rash. […] Symptoms that you’re allergic to a bug’s sting include hives, itching, and swelling in places other than the sting site, stomach cramps, vomiting, or severe nausea or diarrhea, tightness in your chest or trouble breathing, hoarse voice, swelling of your tongue or throat, or difficulty swallowing.
  • #22 Children and Allergies | Symptoms & Treatment | ACAAI Public Website
    https://acaai.org/allergies/allergies-101/who-gets-allergies/children/
    A child who sneezes or coughs a lot, who frequently develops a rash or hives, or who gets a stomachache, cramps or nausea after eating certain foods may have allergies. […] Early identification of childhood allergies will improve your child’s quality of life, reduce the number of missed school days and help you avoid having to use sick time or vacation days to care for your child. […] Allergy Symptoms in Children: Skin rashes or hives (atopic dermatitis or eczema), Difficulty breathing (asthma), Sneezing, coughing, a runny nose or itchy eyes, Stomach upset. […] Allergic rhinitis is the most common childhood ailment caused by allergies. Symptoms include a runny and itchy nose, sneezing, postnasal drip and nasal congestion (blockage). A child with allergies may also have itchy, watery, red eyes and chronic ear problems.
  • #23 Allergy Symptoms
    https://aafa.org/allergies/allergy-symptoms/
    Eye allergies are a reaction to indoor and outdoor allergens that get into your eyes. The tissue that lines the inside of the eyelid and outside of the eyeball becomes inflamed and swollen and leads to itching, redness, tearing and irritation of the eyes. […] Skin allergies occur when your skin comes in contact with an allergen that your skin is sensitive or allergic to. The allergic reaction usually appears within 48 hours after the initial exposure to the allergen. Symptoms often include the following: redness, swelling, blistering, itching, hives and rashes. […] The word rhinitis means inflammation of the nose. When the nose becomes irritated by allergens or irritants, it may produce more and thicker mucus than usual. This drainage can irritate the back of the throat and cause coughing. Allergic reactions can also cause congestion, itchy nose or throat, sneezing, a runny nose and itchy, watery eyes. […] Sinusitis is an infection or inflammation of the sinuses. When the tissue inside the sinuses becomes inflamed, mucus discharge is increased. Over time, air trapped inside the swollen sinuses can create painful pressure inside the head. This is a sinus headache.
  • #24 Food allergy
    https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/food-allergy/
    Symptoms of a food allergy can affect any part of the body, including different parts of the body at the same time. […] Common symptoms of a food allergy include: feeling dizzy or lightheaded, itchy skin or a raised rash (hives), swelling of the lips, face and eyes (angioedema), coughing, wheezing, breathlessness, noisy breathing or a hoarse voice, sneezing or an itchy, runny or blocked nose, feeling sick or being sick, tummy pain, diarrhoea. […] You may get symptoms straight after eating the food you’re allergic to, or days later. […] You or the person who’s unwell may also have a rash that’s swollen, raised or itchy. […] These can be signs of a serious allergic reaction and may need immediate treatment in hospital. […] A food allergy is caused by your immune system overreacting to certain types of food.
  • #25 Allergy Symptoms: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment
    https://www.webmd.com/allergies/allergy-symptoms
    Dust allergy symptoms include sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, red, itchy, and watery eyes, itchy skin, wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath. […] These symptoms may affect any part of your body, including your skin, digestive system, heart, blood vessels, or lungs. You may get one or more of the following: vomiting, stomach cramps, hives, shortness of breath, wheezing, repeated cough, hoarse voice, tight throat, trouble swallowing, swelling of the tongue, pale or blue-colored skin, dizziness or feeling faint, weak pulse, symptoms of shock, like heart palpitations or agitation, and anaphylaxis, the symptoms of which can include rash, vomiting, trouble breathing, and dizziness. […] Most food allergy symptoms show up within 2 hours of eating and sometimes start within minutes. In rare cases, symptoms may begin after 4-6 hours, usually in kids who get eczema as a symptom.
  • #26 Allergy Symptoms: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment
    https://www.webmd.com/allergies/allergy-symptoms
    Dust allergy symptoms include sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, red, itchy, and watery eyes, itchy skin, wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath. […] These symptoms may affect any part of your body, including your skin, digestive system, heart, blood vessels, or lungs. You may get one or more of the following: vomiting, stomach cramps, hives, shortness of breath, wheezing, repeated cough, hoarse voice, tight throat, trouble swallowing, swelling of the tongue, pale or blue-colored skin, dizziness or feeling faint, weak pulse, symptoms of shock, like heart palpitations or agitation, and anaphylaxis, the symptoms of which can include rash, vomiting, trouble breathing, and dizziness. […] Most food allergy symptoms show up within 2 hours of eating and sometimes start within minutes. In rare cases, symptoms may begin after 4-6 hours, usually in kids who get eczema as a symptom.
  • #27 Food Allergies – Healthy Eating for Babies Age 6-12 Months
    https://www.gov.nl.ca/healthyeating/baby/building-healthy-eating-habits/food-allergies/
    At about six months, babies can be offered foods which commonly cause allergies. These foods can be introduced in any order. Waiting past six months does not help prevent allergies. If there is a history of food allergy in your family, talk to your doctor about introducing foods to your baby. […] Only about 6% of Canadian children will have a food allergy, so this is not an issue for most children. But it is important to watch for symptoms of an allergic reaction the first few times you offer any new food. An allergic reaction can happen within a few minutes, or up to six hours or more after being exposed to the food. Symptoms of a reaction may change quickly from mild to severe. Symptoms can include: flushed face, hives or a rash, red and itchy skin, stuffy or runny nose, itchy watery eyes, diarrhea, vomiting.
  • #28 Allergy Symptoms, Triggers, and Tests
    https://www.everydayhealth.com/allergies/symptoms/
    Allergic reactions to medication may lead to: Itchy skin, Hives small red spots especially on the chest, back, or abdomen or other rashes, Swelling, particularly in the face, Breathing problems, Anaphylaxis. […] Airborne allergies (such as to pollen) can cause allergic rhinitis (hay fever), which is characterized by the following: Itchy nose, mouth, eyes, throat, skin, or any body part, Difficulty with smell, Runny nose, Sneezing, Watery eyes. […] Other symptoms may develop later, including: Stuffy nose, Coughing, Clogged ears and reduced ability to smell, Sore throat, Dark circles or puffiness under the eyes, Sleep disturbances, leading to fatigue and irritability, Headache.
  • #29 Allergy Symptoms: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment
    https://www.webmd.com/allergies/allergy-symptoms
    Sneezing, watery eyes, and a stuffy or runny nose are common symptoms of seasonal allergies. […] This leads to symptoms, such as sneezing, itching, hives, and shortness of breath. These symptoms are usually mild. But allergies can sometimes cause a serious reaction called anaphylaxis, which is potentially life-threatening. […] Common symptoms of skin allergies include rash, itch, redness, swelling, bumps, flaky skin, and cracked skin. […] Symptoms of animal allergies cause symptoms such as runny or stuffy nose, face pain due to a stuffy nose, sneezing, watery, red, and itchy eyes, cough, chest tightness, shortness of breath, and wheezing, skin rash or hives. […] Symptoms of cockroach allergy include coughing or wheezing, stuffy nose, sinus infection, ear infection, and skin rash. […] Symptoms that you’re allergic to a bug’s sting include hives, itching, and swelling in places other than the sting site, stomach cramps, vomiting, or severe nausea or diarrhea, tightness in your chest or trouble breathing, hoarse voice, swelling of your tongue or throat, or difficulty swallowing.
  • #30 Allergy Symptoms, Triggers, and Tests
    https://www.everydayhealth.com/allergies/symptoms/
    More than 60 million Americans suffer from allergies every year. […] Anyone can have or develop allergies, which are the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the United States. […] Allergies can cause a range of symptoms. Your signs and symptoms will depend on the type of allergy you have. You may also react differently to the same allergen at different times. […] Symptoms of a food allergy may include: Tingling or itching in the mouth, Swelling of the lips, tongue, face, throat, or other body parts, Hives, itching, or eczema, Wheezing, nasal congestion, or trouble breathing, Stomachache, diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting, Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting, Anaphylaxis, a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction that can affect breathing and cause shock. […] An insect bite or sting allergy may cause any of the following symptoms: Pain, Redness, Swelling (at the sting site and sometimes other parts of the body), Flushing, Hives, Itching, Anaphylaxis.
  • #31 Allergies: Types, Symptoms, Treatment & Management
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/8610-allergies
    Allergy symptoms include trouble breathing, itching, sneezing, runny nose, cough, rash, vomiting, swelling and more. […] Allergies can cause a range of symptoms, including: Skin rash or hives, Itchy skin, Sneezing, Stuffy or runny nose, Cough, Wheezing, Itchy, watery eyes, Swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat, Difficulty breathing or swallowing, Vomiting or diarrhea, Low blood pressure. […] Symptoms often depend on how you’re exposed to an allergen. For instance, if you touch something you’re allergic to, you might get an itchy rash. If you’re allergic to pollen or pet dander, you usually get a runny nose or sneeze when you breathe them in. Food and drug allergies and bee stings are more likely to cause severe reactions, like airway swelling and vomiting. […] Your allergies will continue as long as you’re exposed to the allergen. Some start within minutes of exposure, while others don’t start until hours or days later. Once you’re no longer around allergens, your symptoms should go away after a few hours. Some allergies, like poison ivy rashes, can last for a few weeks.
  • #32 Allergies | NHS inform
    https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/immune-system/allergies/
    Allergic reactions usually happen quickly within a few minutes of exposure to an allergen. […] Symptoms of an allergic reaction usually develop within a few minutes of being exposed to something you’re allergic to, although occasionally they can develop gradually over a few hours. […] Most allergic reactions are mild, but occasionally a severe reaction called anaphylaxis or anaphylactic shock can occur. This is a medical emergency and needs urgent treatment. […] Common symptoms of an allergic reaction include: sneezing and an itchy, runny or blocked nose (allergic rhinitis), itchy, red, watering eyes (conjunctivitis), wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath and a cough, a raised, itchy, red rash (hives), swollen lips, tongue, eyes or face, tummy pain, feeling sick, vomiting or diarrhoea, dry, red and cracked skin.
  • #33 Seasonal Allergies: Symptoms, Signs and Allergic Reaction Symptoms
    https://www.allergyfree.co.in/en-gb/allergies-decoded/symptoms
    Anyone can develop an allergy. […] Typically, an allergic reaction develops within a few minutes of being exposed. Occasionally, it can develop gradually over a few hours. […] Allergic reactions may be mild or severe, its important to know what they are so that you can be alert and report it to your doctor when required. […] Typically, if youre exposed to dust or pollen, the allergy will manifest as a runny nose. […] Allergic reaction symptoms for a skin allergy includes rashes. […] If its a food allergy, you may feel sick, vomit or have diarrhea. […] Sneezing with itchy, runny, or blocked nose (Allergic Rhinitis) […] Itchy, red, watering eyes […] Wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath and cough […] Raised, itchy, red rash (Hives) […] Swollen lips, tongue, eyes or face […] Stomach pain, feeling sick, vomiting or diarrhoea […] Dry, red and cracked skin […] Swelling of the throat and mouth […] Difficulty breathing […] Light-headedness […] Confusion […] Blue skin or lips […] Collapsing and losing consciousness.
  • #34 Allergies | NHS inform
    https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/immune-system/allergies/
    Allergic reactions usually happen quickly within a few minutes of exposure to an allergen. […] Symptoms of an allergic reaction usually develop within a few minutes of being exposed to something you’re allergic to, although occasionally they can develop gradually over a few hours. […] Most allergic reactions are mild, but occasionally a severe reaction called anaphylaxis or anaphylactic shock can occur. This is a medical emergency and needs urgent treatment. […] Common symptoms of an allergic reaction include: sneezing and an itchy, runny or blocked nose (allergic rhinitis), itchy, red, watering eyes (conjunctivitis), wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath and a cough, a raised, itchy, red rash (hives), swollen lips, tongue, eyes or face, tummy pain, feeling sick, vomiting or diarrhoea, dry, red and cracked skin.
  • #35 How Long Does an Allergic Reaction Last? Symptoms, 3 Stages, 4 Types & Treatment
    https://www.medicinenet.com/how_long_does_an_allergic_reaction_last/article.htm
    The severity and progression of symptoms can vary greatly from person to person. Some individuals may experience severe, life-threatening anaphylactic reactions immediately after exposure to the allergen and require immediate medical attention. […] The first stage of an allergic reaction and usually occurs within minutes of exposure to the allergen. […] During this stage, symptoms may become more severe, including hives, nasal congestion, wheezing, and abdominal pain. […] Occurs several hours to days after exposure to the allergen. During this stage, symptoms such as fatigue, headache, and muscle aches may develop. In some individuals, this stage may also be accompanied by a recurrence of skin symptoms, such as hives or itching.
  • #36 Allergies: Types, Symptoms, Treatment & Management
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/8610-allergies
    Allergy symptoms include trouble breathing, itching, sneezing, runny nose, cough, rash, vomiting, swelling and more. […] Allergies can cause a range of symptoms, including: Skin rash or hives, Itchy skin, Sneezing, Stuffy or runny nose, Cough, Wheezing, Itchy, watery eyes, Swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat, Difficulty breathing or swallowing, Vomiting or diarrhea, Low blood pressure. […] Symptoms often depend on how you’re exposed to an allergen. For instance, if you touch something you’re allergic to, you might get an itchy rash. If you’re allergic to pollen or pet dander, you usually get a runny nose or sneeze when you breathe them in. Food and drug allergies and bee stings are more likely to cause severe reactions, like airway swelling and vomiting. […] Your allergies will continue as long as you’re exposed to the allergen. Some start within minutes of exposure, while others don’t start until hours or days later. Once you’re no longer around allergens, your symptoms should go away after a few hours. Some allergies, like poison ivy rashes, can last for a few weeks.
  • #37 How Long Do Allergic Reactions Last? Symptom Timeline
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/how-long-does-an-allergic-reaction-last-7565692
    Allergies are an immune system reaction to substances called allergens. The cause a range of symptoms from a stuffy nose to itchy eyes to difficulty breathing. How long allergies last varies based on what type of allergy, length of exposure, and several other factors. […] The length of time an allergic reaction can last varies based on several factors. The information below discusses the type of allergic reaction and the amount of time the reaction can last. […] Food allergy symptoms typically begin a few minutes or two hours after someone eats or drinks. In some people, the onset of symptoms will disappear, and a second wave of symptoms may return one to 72 hours later. This phenomenon is called a biphasic reaction. […] The length of time that food allergy symptoms last will vary based on the severity of the reaction, as well as how much of the food was eaten and for how long. Symptoms may last for a few minutes up to a couple of days.
  • #38 How Long Do Allergic Reactions Last? Symptom Timeline
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/how-long-does-an-allergic-reaction-last-7565692
    People with seasonal allergies can experience symptoms for the entire time that they are exposed to the allergen. This can be for about six weeks during pollen seasons. If exposure to the allergen continues, then allergy symptoms can last for months. […] An anaphylactic allergic reaction is a severe, whole-body allergic reaction. It occurs within seconds to minutes of contact with an allergen. […] The symptoms of anaphylaxis will peak within 30 minutes of exposure to the allergen. The symptoms can continue to last for many hours. […] Allergic contact dermatitis is a skin reaction to contact from an allergen. The allergic reaction typically occurs one to two days after exposure. The reaction causes a rash that can continue to be seen for weeks after the allergen is removed. […] Overall, the factor that impacts the duration of an allergic reaction is the length of time someone is exposed to the allergen. An example is those with seasonal allergies, symptoms will remain as long as the pollen is circulating in the air. Or, if a person is allergic to pet dander, they will continue to have symptoms as long as they are exposed.
  • #39 How Long Do Allergic Reactions Last? Symptom Timeline
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/how-long-does-an-allergic-reaction-last-7565692
    People with seasonal allergies can experience symptoms for the entire time that they are exposed to the allergen. This can be for about six weeks during pollen seasons. If exposure to the allergen continues, then allergy symptoms can last for months. […] An anaphylactic allergic reaction is a severe, whole-body allergic reaction. It occurs within seconds to minutes of contact with an allergen. […] The symptoms of anaphylaxis will peak within 30 minutes of exposure to the allergen. The symptoms can continue to last for many hours. […] Allergic contact dermatitis is a skin reaction to contact from an allergen. The allergic reaction typically occurs one to two days after exposure. The reaction causes a rash that can continue to be seen for weeks after the allergen is removed. […] Overall, the factor that impacts the duration of an allergic reaction is the length of time someone is exposed to the allergen. An example is those with seasonal allergies, symptoms will remain as long as the pollen is circulating in the air. Or, if a person is allergic to pet dander, they will continue to have symptoms as long as they are exposed.
  • #40 Seasonal Allergies (Allergic Rhinitis) > Fact Sheets > Yale Medicine
    https://www.yalemedicine.org/conditions/seasonal-allergies
    If you’re one of the 50 million Americans who suffers from allergies, your symptoms may bloom when the seasons shift. Itchy, watery eyes, a tickly throat, and a stuffy, runny nose can make you dread springing ahead—and falling back. Likely triggers include tree pollen, grass, mold, and ragweed. […] Whatever the cause, allergies can make you feel miserable. “One aspect of allergies is that you can be really tired or fatigued, so it wipes you out,” says Christina Price, MD, a Yale Medicine allergist and immunologist. The fatigue can cause confusion about the source of your discomfort: Do you have allergies or a cold? It matters because you should treat them differently. […] The severity of your reaction depends on how much of a threat your body perceives an allergen is. Take pollen, for example. “Most people don’t have an immune response to pollen, but a certain percentage of people’s immune systems see it as foreign and dangerous and they treat it like a pathogen or infection,” says Dr. Price.
  • #41 Allergies: Controlling Your Symptoms | AAFP
    https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2023/0500/patient-information-allergies.html
    An allergy is when your body overreacts to a substance that does not cause problems for most people. These substances are called allergens. Some food and medicines can cause serious allergic reactions. Allergens in the air usually cause symptoms such as runny nose, watery eyes, itchiness, sneezing, and dark circles under your eyes. […] Yes. Aerosol sprays, humidity, tobacco smoke, air pollution, and wind can worsen symptoms. […] Nasal sprays are most likely to be helpful and are available over the counter. Antihistamines help reduce sneezing, runny nose, and itchiness, but they can cause sleepiness. They are more useful if you use them before you are exposed to allergens. Decongestants help relieve a stuffy nose but should not be used for more than a few days. For severe allergies, your doctor may recommend some combination of nasal sprays, eye drops, and steroids. […] These shots contain small amounts of allergens. They are given on a schedule so that your body gets used to the allergens and no longer overreacts to them.
  • #42 Allergies Worsen Night & Morning: Causes & Treatment | CAAC
    https://www.carolinaasthma.com/blog/why-are-my-allergies-worse-at-night/
    Research shows that allergies significantly impact sleep quality and daily life: 74% of allergy sufferers wake up during the night due to symptoms. […] Over 90% of allergy sufferers have difficulty sleeping. […] Nighttime allergy symptoms can be 2-3 times more intense than daytime symptoms. […] Morning symptoms often peak within the first hour of waking. […] Allergy symptoms often worsen at night due to several key factors: Bedroom allergens: Dust mites, pet dander, and mold spores are common in bedrooms and adjoining bathrooms. […] Pollen transfer: Pollen from daytime exposure can transfer to bedding from skin and hair. […] Body position: Lying down increases congestion and mucus pooling in sinuses. […] Circadian factors: The body produces more histamine at night, intensifying symptoms.
  • #43 Allergies Worsen Night & Morning: Causes & Treatment | CAAC
    https://www.carolinaasthma.com/blog/why-are-my-allergies-worse-at-night/
    Research shows that allergies significantly impact sleep quality and daily life: 74% of allergy sufferers wake up during the night due to symptoms. […] Over 90% of allergy sufferers have difficulty sleeping. […] Nighttime allergy symptoms can be 2-3 times more intense than daytime symptoms. […] Morning symptoms often peak within the first hour of waking. […] Allergy symptoms often worsen at night due to several key factors: Bedroom allergens: Dust mites, pet dander, and mold spores are common in bedrooms and adjoining bathrooms. […] Pollen transfer: Pollen from daytime exposure can transfer to bedding from skin and hair. […] Body position: Lying down increases congestion and mucus pooling in sinuses. […] Circadian factors: The body produces more histamine at night, intensifying symptoms.
  • #44 Allergies – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/allergies/symptoms-causes/syc-20351497
    Allergy symptoms depend on what allergen is involved. The symptoms can affect the airways, sinuses and nasal passages, skin, and digestive system. Allergic reactions can range from mild to severe. Sometimes, allergies can trigger a life-threatening reaction known as anaphylaxis. […] Some types of allergies can trigger a severe reaction known as anaphylaxis. Certain foods, insect stings and medicines are among the allergens that can set off this life-threatening emergency. Anaphylaxis can cause you to go into shock. Other symptoms include: Passing out. A drop in blood pressure. Severe shortness of breath and throat tightness. Skin rash with hives or welts. Dizziness. A rapid, weak pulse. Upset stomach, vomiting or diarrhea. A sense of doom. […] If you have severe allergies, that raises your risk of this serious allergic reaction. Foods, medicines, latex and insect stings are the most common triggers of anaphylaxis.
  • #45 Allergy Symptoms | Allergy & Asthma Network
    https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/allergies/symptoms-of-allergies/
    An allergic reaction can range from mild to severe. It is important to understand your allergy symptoms and what is triggering them. That way, you can avoid allergic reactions and have a treatment plan if a reaction occurs. […] Symptoms of allergies vary for each person and the substance triggering the allergic reaction can vary as well. Common symptoms include: Sneezing and itchy, stuffy or runny nose(allergic rhinitis) Itchy around the nose, mouth, eyes or roof of mouth Itchy, red, watery or swollen eyes (allergic conjunctivitis) Facial swelling, swollen lips, tongue (angioedema) Itchy skin Skin rashes (allergic contact dermatitis, eczema) Hives Cough Wheezing Shortness of breath Headache Nausea and vomiting Asthma attack Anaphylaxis (a severe allergic reaction). […] Symptoms of severe allergies are serious, even life-threatening. These symptoms can involve various organ systems skin, mouth, stomach, respiratory, heart. A severe allergic reaction involving two or more organ systems is called anaphylactic shock or anaphylaxis. The following signs of a severe allergic reaction and may progress quickly: Skin: itchy skin, redness, swelling and hives Mouth: itchy mouth, swelling of lips and tongue Stomach: vomiting, diarrhea, cramps Respiratory: shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, chest tightness or pain Heart: weak pulse, dizziness, faintness, low blood pressure Headache, nasal congestion, watery eyes, sweating Confusion, feeling of impending doom Loss of consciousness.
  • #46 Allergy Symptoms
    https://aafa.org/allergies/allergy-symptoms/
    Allergens can get into your body many ways to cause an allergic reaction. […] The severity of symptoms during an allergic reaction can vary widely. Some of the symptoms of an allergic reaction include: Itchy, watery eyes, Itchy nose, Sneezing, Runny nose, Rashes, Hives (a rash with raised red patches), Stomach cramps, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Bloating, Swelling, Redness, Pain, Tongue swelling, Cough, Throat closing, Wheezing (a whistling sound when you breathe), Chest tightness and losing your breath, Feeling faint, light-headed or blacking out, A sense of impending doom. […] Some of these symptoms can be sign of a life-threatening allergic reaction. […] Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. It happens fast and may cause death. Symptoms usually involve more than one part of the body, such as the skin or mouth, the lungs, the heart and the gut.
  • #47 Allergy Symptoms | Allergy & Asthma Network
    https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/allergies/symptoms-of-allergies/
    An allergic reaction can range from mild to severe. It is important to understand your allergy symptoms and what is triggering them. That way, you can avoid allergic reactions and have a treatment plan if a reaction occurs. […] Symptoms of allergies vary for each person and the substance triggering the allergic reaction can vary as well. Common symptoms include: Sneezing and itchy, stuffy or runny nose(allergic rhinitis) Itchy around the nose, mouth, eyes or roof of mouth Itchy, red, watery or swollen eyes (allergic conjunctivitis) Facial swelling, swollen lips, tongue (angioedema) Itchy skin Skin rashes (allergic contact dermatitis, eczema) Hives Cough Wheezing Shortness of breath Headache Nausea and vomiting Asthma attack Anaphylaxis (a severe allergic reaction). […] Symptoms of severe allergies are serious, even life-threatening. These symptoms can involve various organ systems skin, mouth, stomach, respiratory, heart. A severe allergic reaction involving two or more organ systems is called anaphylactic shock or anaphylaxis. The following signs of a severe allergic reaction and may progress quickly: Skin: itchy skin, redness, swelling and hives Mouth: itchy mouth, swelling of lips and tongue Stomach: vomiting, diarrhea, cramps Respiratory: shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, chest tightness or pain Heart: weak pulse, dizziness, faintness, low blood pressure Headache, nasal congestion, watery eyes, sweating Confusion, feeling of impending doom Loss of consciousness.
  • #48 Allergy Symptoms: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment
    https://www.webmd.com/allergies/allergy-symptoms
    Anaphylaxis is sudden and usually involves more than one part of your body. For instance, you may have both hives and swelling of your lips or tongue. It’s more likely with food, drug, or bug sting allergies. It’s possible to develop a severe allergic reaction to something you only had a mild reaction to before. […] These symptoms can go from mild to serious within minutes. Serious symptoms include skin rashes, itching, or hives, swelling of the mouth, throat, and tongue that can make it hard to breathe or swallow, shortness of breath, trouble breathing, wheezing, stomach pain, bloating, vomiting, or diarrhea, uterine cramps, mental confusion, dizziness or fainting, and feeling like something awful is about to happen.
  • #49 Allergies – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/allergies/symptoms-causes/syc-20351497
    Allergy symptoms depend on what allergen is involved. The symptoms can affect the airways, sinuses and nasal passages, skin, and digestive system. Allergic reactions can range from mild to severe. Sometimes, allergies can trigger a life-threatening reaction known as anaphylaxis. […] Some types of allergies can trigger a severe reaction known as anaphylaxis. Certain foods, insect stings and medicines are among the allergens that can set off this life-threatening emergency. Anaphylaxis can cause you to go into shock. Other symptoms include: Passing out. A drop in blood pressure. Severe shortness of breath and throat tightness. Skin rash with hives or welts. Dizziness. A rapid, weak pulse. Upset stomach, vomiting or diarrhea. A sense of doom. […] If you have severe allergies, that raises your risk of this serious allergic reaction. Foods, medicines, latex and insect stings are the most common triggers of anaphylaxis.
  • #50 Allergies – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/allergies/symptoms-causes/syc-20351497
    Allergy symptoms depend on what allergen is involved. The symptoms can affect the airways, sinuses and nasal passages, skin, and digestive system. Allergic reactions can range from mild to severe. Sometimes, allergies can trigger a life-threatening reaction known as anaphylaxis. […] Some types of allergies can trigger a severe reaction known as anaphylaxis. Certain foods, insect stings and medicines are among the allergens that can set off this life-threatening emergency. Anaphylaxis can cause you to go into shock. Other symptoms include: Passing out. A drop in blood pressure. Severe shortness of breath and throat tightness. Skin rash with hives or welts. Dizziness. A rapid, weak pulse. Upset stomach, vomiting or diarrhea. A sense of doom. […] If you have severe allergies, that raises your risk of this serious allergic reaction. Foods, medicines, latex and insect stings are the most common triggers of anaphylaxis.
  • #51 Allergic Reactions: Symptoms, Triggers, and Treatments
    https://www.webmd.com/allergies/allergic-reaction-causes
    Some people sneeze like crazy. Others get itchy hives or watery eyes. But whatever the reaction, it boils down to one thing: allergies. […] Your allergy attacks might range from mild and annoying to more severe and even life-threatening. It all depends on the way your body reacts and how much of the allergen got into your system. […] If your allergy is severe, you may have a serious reaction called anaphylaxis. Some cases could be life-threatening and need urgent attention. […] The symptoms of anaphylaxis can come on suddenly. They can quickly go from a mild rash or runny nose to serious problems such as a hard time breathing, tightness in the throat, hives or swelling, nausea or vomiting, and fainting or dizziness. Some people can get a rapid pulse or their heart will stop beating. […] Most people with allergies get only mild to moderate symptoms, but bad cases can lead to anaphylaxis.
  • #52 Food allergy
    https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/food-allergy/
    It’s not clear why this happens, but certain foods are more likely to cause an allergic reaction in some people. […] You have a slightly higher chance of getting a food allergy if you or a close family member have other allergies, asthma or eczema. […] Some people get an itchy mouth and throat after eating raw fruit or vegetables. This is called oral allergy syndrome. […] If you have a food allergy, you will not be able to eat the food you’re allergic to, including foods where you’re allergic to any of the ingredients. […] You’ll be given medicines to help manage your symptoms or use in case of an emergency. […] Children with a peanut allergy may have immunotherapy to help their bodies become less sensitive to peanuts, but they should still avoid eating peanuts.
  • #53 Hay fever – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hay-fever/symptoms-causes/syc-20373039
    When someone has hay fever, the immune system identifies a harmless airborne substance as being harmful. This substance is called an allergen. The body produces immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies to protect against allergens. When the body comes in contact with an allergen, these antibodies signal the immune system to release chemicals such as histamine into the bloodstream. This causes a reaction that leads to the symptoms of hay fever. […] Hay fever can interfere with enjoyment of activities and cause you to be less productive. For many people, hay fever symptoms lead to missing work or school. […] Hay fever symptoms can keep you awake or make it hard to stay asleep. This can lead to fatigue and a general feeling of being unwell, called malaise. […] Hay fever can worsen symptoms of asthma, such as coughing and wheezing. […] Prolonged sinus congestion due to hay fever may increase your risk of getting sinusitis an infection or inflammation of the membrane that lines the sinuses. […] In children, hay fever often is a factor in middle ear infection, called otitis media.
  • #54 Hay fever (allergic rhinitis) – symptoms, treatments and causes | healthdirect
    https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/hay-fever
    Hay fever (also known as allergic rhinitis) is an allergic reaction that happens when your immune system responds to an allergen (a substance you are sensitive to). […] Hay fever causes symptoms such as sneezing, a runny nose and watery, itchy eyes. […] Common symptoms of hay fever include: an itchy, runny or blocked nose, itchy or watery eyes, sneezing, mouth breathing, needing to clear your throat, feeling like you have a cold that won’t go away, snoring during sleep. […] If your hay fever is severe, you may also have: interrupted sleep this may lead to feeling tired during the day, difficulty concentrating, headaches. […] Complications of hay fever may include: disturbed sleep, tiredness during the day, headaches, poor concentration. […] Hay fever may also trigger frequent ear infections in children and sinus infections in adults. Untreated hay fever may also increase your risk of developing asthma or make asthma harder to control.
  • #55 Allergic Rhinitis (Allergies)
    https://familydoctor.org/condition/allergic-rhinitis/
    Living with the symptoms of allergic rhinitis can affect your daily life. Nasal symptoms can be worse when lying down. This can disturb your ability to sleep well. Fatigue and headaches can affect your ability to function at school and work. […] There is also a link between asthma, eczema, and allergic rhinitis. Therefore, getting good control of allergic rhinitis is crucial for maintaining good control of asthma.
  • #56 Seasonal Allergies: Keeping Symptoms in Check | Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
    https://www.chop.edu/news/health-tip/seasonal-allergies-keeping-symptoms-check
    For many kids, seasonal allergies are the pits. They can be unpleasant and difficult to manage. If this is your child, they are not alone. An estimated 7.1 million kids in the United States report environmental allergies. […] Seasonal allergy symptoms occur when airborne irritants, or allergens, enter the eyes, nose and throat, setting off an allergic reaction. […] Symptoms of seasonal allergies include a stuffy or runny nose, sneezing, itchy eyes and nose, sore throat, cough, and dark circles under the eyes. […] Seasonal allergies can be more than just a mild annoyance. Some of the consequences of allergies in children include fatigue and poor concentration in school due to lack of sleep, an increase in ear and sinus infections, asthma exacerbations, and behavioral issues from discomfort and lack of sleep.
  • #57 Allergic rhinitis: MedlinePlus Medical EncyclopediaLock
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000813.htm
    Allergic rhinitis is a diagnosis associated with a group of symptoms affecting the nose. These symptoms occur when you breathe in something you are allergic to, such as dust, animal dander, or pollen. Symptoms can also occur when you eat a food that you are allergic to. […] Symptoms that occur shortly after you come into contact with the substance you are allergic to may include: Itchy nose, mouth, eyes, throat, skin, or any area; Problems with smell; Runny nose; Sneezing; Watery eyes. […] Symptoms that may develop later include: Stuffy nose (nasal congestion); Coughing; Clogged ears and decreased sense of smell; Sore throat; Dark circles under the eyes; Puffiness under the eyes; Fatigue and irritability; Headache. […] Most symptoms of allergic rhinitis can be treated with medicines. More severe cases need allergy shots. […] Some people, especially children, may outgrow an allergy as the immune system becomes less sensitive to the trigger. But once a substance such as pollen causes allergies, it often continues to have a long-term effect on the person.
  • #58 Pollen Allergy: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/pollen-allergy
    A pollen allergy causes symptoms like stuffy nose and coughing when a person breathes in pollen, a particle produced by certain plants, trees and grasses. […] Sneezing, congestion and puffy eyes are just a few of the symptoms people with pollen allergies may have. […] People with a pollen allergy may have the following symptoms: Runny nose. Stuffy nose or nasal congestion. Sneezing. Puffiness or swelling around your eyes. Red or watery eyes. Itchiness in your throat, eyes or nose. Cough or sore throat. Allergic asthma, which is when pollen makes your asthma worsen. Losing your sense smell or taste. […] Most people experience symptoms from breathing in pollen as it travels through the air. […] Pollen allergies happen because your body thinks pollen is a dangerous substance. Your immune system reacts to this danger by releasing chemicals like histamine to fight off the pollen. This is an allergic reaction.
  • #59 Allergic rhinitis – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allergic_rhinitis
    Allergic rhinitis, of which the seasonal type is called hay fever, is a type of inflammation in the nose that occurs when the immune system overreacts to allergens in the air. Signs and symptoms include a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, red, itchy, and watery eyes, and swelling around the eyes. Symptom onset is often within minutes following allergen exposure, and can affect sleep and the ability to work or study. Some people may develop symptoms only during specific times of the year, often as a result of pollen exposure. Many people with allergic rhinitis also have asthma, allergic conjunctivitis, or atopic dermatitis. […] The characteristic symptoms of allergic rhinitis are: rhinorrhea (excess nasal secretion), itching, sneezing fits, and nasal congestion/obstruction. […] The symptoms of allergies resemble those of the common cold; however, they often last for more than two weeks and, despite the common name, typically do not include a fever.
  • #60 Seasonal Allergies: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
    https://www.healthline.com/health/allergies/seasonal-allergies
    Symptoms of seasonal allergies range from mild to severe. The most common include: sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, watery and itchy eyes, itchy sinuses, throat, or ear canals, ear congestion, postnasal drainage. […] Less common symptoms include: headache, shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing. […] Many people with hay fever also have asthma. If you have both hay fever and asthma, your seasonal allergens may trigger an asthma attack. […] The symptoms of seasonal allergies can be uncomfortable. If you suspect you have seasonal allergies, talk to your doctor. They can help diagnose the cause of your symptoms and prescribe a treatment plan. They will likely encourage you to take steps to avoid your allergy triggers. They may also recommend over-the-counter or prescription medications.
  • #61 Allergy Symptoms
    https://aafa.org/allergies/allergy-symptoms/
    Eye allergies are a reaction to indoor and outdoor allergens that get into your eyes. The tissue that lines the inside of the eyelid and outside of the eyeball becomes inflamed and swollen and leads to itching, redness, tearing and irritation of the eyes. […] Skin allergies occur when your skin comes in contact with an allergen that your skin is sensitive or allergic to. The allergic reaction usually appears within 48 hours after the initial exposure to the allergen. Symptoms often include the following: redness, swelling, blistering, itching, hives and rashes. […] The word rhinitis means inflammation of the nose. When the nose becomes irritated by allergens or irritants, it may produce more and thicker mucus than usual. This drainage can irritate the back of the throat and cause coughing. Allergic reactions can also cause congestion, itchy nose or throat, sneezing, a runny nose and itchy, watery eyes. […] Sinusitis is an infection or inflammation of the sinuses. When the tissue inside the sinuses becomes inflamed, mucus discharge is increased. Over time, air trapped inside the swollen sinuses can create painful pressure inside the head. This is a sinus headache.
  • #62
    https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/allergies
    Eye allergies, also called allergic conjunctivitis, are quite common. They occur when the eyes react to something that irritates them (called an allergen). The eyes produce a substance called histamine to fight off the allergen. As a result, the eyelids and conjunctiva become red, swollen and itchy. The eyes can tear and burn. Unlike other kinds of conjunctivitis, eye allergies do not spread from person to person. […] The most common eye allergy symptoms include: red, swollen or itchy eyes, burning or tearing of the eyes, sensitivity to light. […] This reaction causes your eyes to become red, itchy and watery. […] Allergens in the air both indoors and out cause many eye allergies. […] Allergic reactions to perfume, cosmetics or drugs can also cause the eyes to have an allergic response.
  • #63 Seasonal Allergies – Immune Disorders – Merck Manual Consumer Version
    https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/immune-disorders/allergic-reactions-and-other-hypersensitivity-disorders/seasonal-allergies
    Seasonal allergies cause itchy skin, a runny nose, sneezing, and sometimes itchy or watery, bloodshot eyes. […] Symptoms involve primarily the membrane lining the nose, causing allergic rhinitis, or the membrane lining the eyelids and covering the whites of the eyes (conjunctiva), causing allergic conjunctivitis. […] Seasonal allergies can make the nose, roof of the mouth, back of the throat, and eyes itch. Itching may start gradually or abruptly. The nose runs, producing a clear watery discharge, and may become stuffed up. […] The sinuses may also become stuffed up, causing headaches and occasionally sinus infections (sinusitis). Sneezing is common. […] The eyes may water, sometimes profusely, and itch. The whites of the eyes may become red, and the eyelids may become red and swollen.
  • #64 Year-Round Allergies – Immune Disorders – Merck Manual Consumer Version
    https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/immune-disorders/allergic-reactions-and-other-hypersensitivity-disorders/year-round-allergies
    Year-round (perennial) allergies result from indoor exposure to airborne substances (such as house dust) that are present throughout the year. […] The most obvious symptom of perennial allergies is a chronically stuffy nose. The nose runs, producing a clear watery discharge. The nose, roof of the mouth, and back of the throat may itch. Itching may start gradually or abruptly. Sneezing is common. […] Perennial allergies may occur at any time of year unrelated to the season or may last year-round. […] Usually, perennial allergies cause nasal symptoms (allergic rhinitis) but not eye symptoms (allergic conjunctivitis). However, allergic conjunctivitis can result when allergens are inadvertently rubbed into the eyes. […] Many people who have a perennial allergy also have asthma, possibly caused by the same allergy triggers (allergens) that contribute to allergic rhinitis and allergic conjunctivitis.
  • #65 Allergy Symptoms
    https://aafa.org/allergies/allergy-symptoms/
    Eye allergies are a reaction to indoor and outdoor allergens that get into your eyes. The tissue that lines the inside of the eyelid and outside of the eyeball becomes inflamed and swollen and leads to itching, redness, tearing and irritation of the eyes. […] Skin allergies occur when your skin comes in contact with an allergen that your skin is sensitive or allergic to. The allergic reaction usually appears within 48 hours after the initial exposure to the allergen. Symptoms often include the following: redness, swelling, blistering, itching, hives and rashes. […] The word rhinitis means inflammation of the nose. When the nose becomes irritated by allergens or irritants, it may produce more and thicker mucus than usual. This drainage can irritate the back of the throat and cause coughing. Allergic reactions can also cause congestion, itchy nose or throat, sneezing, a runny nose and itchy, watery eyes. […] Sinusitis is an infection or inflammation of the sinuses. When the tissue inside the sinuses becomes inflamed, mucus discharge is increased. Over time, air trapped inside the swollen sinuses can create painful pressure inside the head. This is a sinus headache.
  • #66 Allergy Symptoms | Common Allergy Causes | ACAAI Public Website
    https://acaai.org/allergies/symptoms/
    Allergy symptoms occur when your immune system overreacts to something that is harmless to most people but triggers a reaction in anyone sensitive to it. This substance is known as an allergen. […] Wheezing and shortness of breath are common symptoms for asthma, but they can also be a sign of allergies. […] A dry, persistent cough may be a sign that you have allergies. […] Rashes come in many forms. Eczema, contact dermatitis and hives are three types of rashes that can be caused by allergies. […] Are you tired and irritable? Your fatigue could be a sign of untreated allergies. […] Fifty percent of adults report they experience a headache at least once a year. Some headaches can be caused by an allergy. […] Nausea and vomiting are two symptoms of food allergies. Food allergies affect 4-6% of children and 4% of adults.
  • #67 Allergies: Types, Symptoms, Treatment & Management
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/8610-allergies
    Allergy symptoms include trouble breathing, itching, sneezing, runny nose, cough, rash, vomiting, swelling and more. […] Allergies can cause a range of symptoms, including: Skin rash or hives, Itchy skin, Sneezing, Stuffy or runny nose, Cough, Wheezing, Itchy, watery eyes, Swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat, Difficulty breathing or swallowing, Vomiting or diarrhea, Low blood pressure. […] Symptoms often depend on how you’re exposed to an allergen. For instance, if you touch something you’re allergic to, you might get an itchy rash. If you’re allergic to pollen or pet dander, you usually get a runny nose or sneeze when you breathe them in. Food and drug allergies and bee stings are more likely to cause severe reactions, like airway swelling and vomiting. […] Your allergies will continue as long as you’re exposed to the allergen. Some start within minutes of exposure, while others don’t start until hours or days later. Once you’re no longer around allergens, your symptoms should go away after a few hours. Some allergies, like poison ivy rashes, can last for a few weeks.
  • #68 Allergy Symptoms: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment
    https://www.webmd.com/allergies/allergy-symptoms
    Dust allergy symptoms include sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, red, itchy, and watery eyes, itchy skin, wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath. […] These symptoms may affect any part of your body, including your skin, digestive system, heart, blood vessels, or lungs. You may get one or more of the following: vomiting, stomach cramps, hives, shortness of breath, wheezing, repeated cough, hoarse voice, tight throat, trouble swallowing, swelling of the tongue, pale or blue-colored skin, dizziness or feeling faint, weak pulse, symptoms of shock, like heart palpitations or agitation, and anaphylaxis, the symptoms of which can include rash, vomiting, trouble breathing, and dizziness. […] Most food allergy symptoms show up within 2 hours of eating and sometimes start within minutes. In rare cases, symptoms may begin after 4-6 hours, usually in kids who get eczema as a symptom.
  • #69 How To Treat Brain Fog From Allergies & Get Mental Clarity
    https://www.mynectar.com/learn/how-to-treat-brain-fog-from-allergies?srsltid=AfmBOopP1FHwTF8SpI1YRQvfTt8drI5cQzuvXW_ozlv_BQedtHK1MEn4
    Dealing with brain fog from allergies can be a frustrating and debilitating experience. Cognitive cloudiness and lack of mental clarity can significantly impact your daily life. […] Brain fog from allergies refers to a set of cognitive symptoms that individuals may experience as a result of an allergic reaction. […] The symptoms include: Difficulty concentrating: Brain fog from allergies often makes it challenging to focus on tasks or maintain attention for extended periods. Mental fatigue: Allergic reactions can drain mental energy, causing feelings of exhaustion and mental fatigue. Memory issues: Recalling information, details, or events often becomes more difficult when experiencing brain fog from allergies. Processing information slowly: The speed at which your brain processes information might slow down when experiencing brain fog from allergies. This can lead to delays in decision-making and a temporary decline in problem-solving skills. Confusion: You might feel mentally disoriented or get confused. Brain fog from allergies may cause you to have trouble organizing thoughts. Difficulty finding the right words: Another symptom of brain fog from allergies is having a hard time finding the words to express yourself in conversation. This frequently pairs with mental fatigue or confusion.
  • #70 Can Allergies Make You Tired? | How to Fix Allergy Fatigue | PA
    https://www.beckerentandallergy.com/blog/fix-allergy-fatigue
    Allergies affect millions of people worldwide and are notorious for causing a myriad of physical symptoms. These symptoms are often easily recognized and include itchy eyes, a runny nose, and bouts of sneezing. […] However, there is a less recognized, yet equally debilitating symptom that can significantly impact a persons daily life fatigue. Allergy fatigue is not just simply feeling tired, but a profound exhaustion that can interfere with everyday tasks, mental health, and overall quality of life. […] Up to 40% of allergy sufferers experience fatigue due to their symptoms. […] Allergies can cause fatigue due to breathing issues, poor sleep, and an overactive immune response. […] Common symptoms of allergy fatigue include brain fog, sleep apnea, and general tiredness. […] Allergy fatigue is an intense sense of tiredness and lack of energy often associated with the bodys reaction to allergens. This feeling of exhaustion is not merely a result of poor sleep quality due to common allergy symptoms.
  • #71 Children and Allergies | Symptoms & Treatment | ACAAI Public Website
    https://acaai.org/allergies/allergies-101/who-gets-allergies/children/
    A child who sneezes or coughs a lot, who frequently develops a rash or hives, or who gets a stomachache, cramps or nausea after eating certain foods may have allergies. […] Early identification of childhood allergies will improve your child’s quality of life, reduce the number of missed school days and help you avoid having to use sick time or vacation days to care for your child. […] Allergy Symptoms in Children: Skin rashes or hives (atopic dermatitis or eczema), Difficulty breathing (asthma), Sneezing, coughing, a runny nose or itchy eyes, Stomach upset. […] Allergic rhinitis is the most common childhood ailment caused by allergies. Symptoms include a runny and itchy nose, sneezing, postnasal drip and nasal congestion (blockage). A child with allergies may also have itchy, watery, red eyes and chronic ear problems.
  • #72 Seasonal Allergies (Hay Fever) (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth
    https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/seasonal-allergies.html
    Seasonal allergies are sometimes called „hay fever” or seasonal allergic rhinitis. These allergy symptoms happen during certain times of the year, usually when trees, grasses, and weeds release tiny pollen particles into the air to fertilize other plants. […] The immune systems of people who are allergic to pollen treat these particles (called allergens) as invaders and release chemicals, including histamine, into the bloodstream to defend against them. It’s the release of these chemicals that causes allergy symptoms. […] People can be allergic to one or more types of pollen. The type someone is allergic to determines when symptoms happen. […] If your child develops „cold” symptoms at the same time every year, seasonal allergies might be to blame. Allergy symptoms, which usually come on suddenly and last for as long as a person is exposed to the allergen, can include: sneezing, itchy nose and/or throat, nasal congestion, clear, runny nose, postnasal drip.
  • #73 Children and Allergies | Symptoms & Treatment | ACAAI Public Website
    https://acaai.org/allergies/allergies-101/who-gets-allergies/children/
    Allergies are the most common cause of chronic nasal congestion (a stuffy nose) in children. […] Allergies lead to inflammation in the ear and may cause fluid accumulation that can promote ear infections and decreased hearing. […] As many as 6 million children in the United States have some form of food allergy. […] The most common allergies in children are to peanuts and milk; other frequently seen triggers include eggs, fish, shellfish (crab, lobster, crayfish and shrimp), soy, tree nuts (for example, pecans, cashews and walnuts) and wheat. […] All parents of a child with a food allergy should be aware of the possibility of anaphylaxis — a potentially life-threatening reaction that impairs breathing, causes a sudden drop in blood pressure and can send a body into shock. […] Your child’s school should be informed of any allergies.
  • #74 Children and Allergies | Symptoms & Treatment | ACAAI Public Website
    https://acaai.org/allergies/allergies-101/who-gets-allergies/children/
    Allergies are the most common cause of chronic nasal congestion (a stuffy nose) in children. […] Allergies lead to inflammation in the ear and may cause fluid accumulation that can promote ear infections and decreased hearing. […] As many as 6 million children in the United States have some form of food allergy. […] The most common allergies in children are to peanuts and milk; other frequently seen triggers include eggs, fish, shellfish (crab, lobster, crayfish and shrimp), soy, tree nuts (for example, pecans, cashews and walnuts) and wheat. […] All parents of a child with a food allergy should be aware of the possibility of anaphylaxis — a potentially life-threatening reaction that impairs breathing, causes a sudden drop in blood pressure and can send a body into shock. […] Your child’s school should be informed of any allergies.
  • #75 Developing allergies later in life — and what to do about it | OSF HealthCare
    https://www.osfhealthcare.org/blog/getting-allergies-as-an-adult-and-what-to-do-about-it/
    But don’t celebrate just yet. Those nasty symptoms – itchy eyes, runny nose, nasal congestion, sneezing and coughing – might still be in your future. […] While about 80% of people with allergies acquire them during childhood, allergies can also develop later in life. […] “I’ve seen allergies develop in people as late as their 60s and 70s,” said Kaylene Freitag, APRN, an advanced practice nurse specializing in allergies at OSF HealthCare. “They can happen any time.” […] “An allergy occurs when a person’s body is exposed to something, and their immune system sees it as a foreign invader and has an overactive response,” Kaylene said. “The body produces antibodies to fight the substance, which triggers the allergy symptoms. […] Seasonal allergies only occur during specific times of the year.
  • #76 Do Seasonal Allergies Develop With Age? | Northwestern Medicine
    https://www.nm.org/healthbeat/healthy-tips/Do-Seasonal-Allergies-Develop-With-Age
    Are your spring or fall sniffles something new at age 30 or 50? Unfortunately, allergies can strike any time, and it’s not uncommon for you to develop them later in life. […] One theory as to why adults may get allergies is that they may not have been exposed to the same allergens as a child. […] „Getting a pet or moving to a new region in the country with different foliage can trigger new symptoms,” says Baiju Malde, MD, an allergy and immunology specialist at Northwestern Medicine. „Often, it can take three years of being exposed to a certain seasonal foliage before you develop symptoms.” […] Allergies happen when your immune system reacts to a substance in the environment, like pollen, dust mites or pet dander. […] Once an allergen has creeped in, usually through the nose, it triggers an antibody response and your immune system releases a chemical called histamine. Histamine causes your nose to produce more mucus and become swollen and inflamed. A runny nose often itches, triggering sneezing and watering eyes.
  • #77 Can Adults Develop Seasonal Allergies? Symptoms and Treatments, Explained – The New York Times
    https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/18/well/spring-allergies-symptoms-adults.html
    After decades of never experiencing seasonal allergies, you suddenly find yourself sneezing and sniffling along with the tens of millions of Americans who suffer from them. What happened? […] Most people with seasonal allergies will have sneezing, itchy eyes or nasal congestion. But those can also be accompanied by fatigue, a headache or sinus pressure — which, if you’ve never faced allergies before, you might mistake as cold symptoms, Dr. Epstein said. […] Seasonal allergies are reactions to environmental elements like pollen or mold spores that tend to swirl around in the air during certain times — such as in the spring, when plants pollinate. When you’re allergic to something like pollen, your immune system perceives it as a threat and triggers a chain reaction at the point of exposure. Antibodies in the nose or lungs stimulate the release of chemicals like histamine, which can lead to the sneezing, runny nose or congestion.
  • #78 Allergic rhinitis – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allergic_rhinitis
    Allergic rhinitis, of which the seasonal type is called hay fever, is a type of inflammation in the nose that occurs when the immune system overreacts to allergens in the air. Signs and symptoms include a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, red, itchy, and watery eyes, and swelling around the eyes. Symptom onset is often within minutes following allergen exposure, and can affect sleep and the ability to work or study. Some people may develop symptoms only during specific times of the year, often as a result of pollen exposure. Many people with allergic rhinitis also have asthma, allergic conjunctivitis, or atopic dermatitis. […] The characteristic symptoms of allergic rhinitis are: rhinorrhea (excess nasal secretion), itching, sneezing fits, and nasal congestion/obstruction. […] The symptoms of allergies resemble those of the common cold; however, they often last for more than two weeks and, despite the common name, typically do not include a fever.
  • #79 Cold, Flu, or Allergy? | NIH News in Health
    https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2014/10/cold-flu-or-allergy
    Allergies are a little different, because they arent caused by a virus, Hauguel explains. Instead, its your bodys immune system reacting to a trigger, or allergen, which is something youre allergic to. If you have allergies and breathe in things like pollen or pet dander, the immune cells in your nose and airways may overreact to these harmless substances. Your delicate respiratory tissues may then swell, and your nose may become stuffed up or runny. […] Allergies can also cause itchy, watery eyes, which you dont normally have with a cold or flu, Hauguel adds. […] Allergy symptoms usually last as long as youre exposed to the allergen, which may be about 6 weeks during pollen seasons in the spring, summer, or fall. Colds and flu rarely last beyond 2 weeks. […] Airborne Allergy lasts as long as allergens (such as pollen, pet dander) are present. […] Stuffy, runny nose; itchy, watery eyes.
  • #80 Is it a cold or allergies? | HealthPartners Blog
    https://www.healthpartners.com/blog/cold-or-allergies/
    A runny, yet stuffy nose. An annoying cough. A scratchy throat. Somethings settling in, but at this time of year, is it a cold or seasonal allergies? […] Since both the common cold virus and allergies can linger year-round, flare up more regularly during certain times of the year and share similar symptoms, it can be hard to know exactly whats happening when the sniffling starts. […] So, how can you tell the difference between cold symptoms and seasonal allergy symptoms? Heres what you need to know. […] If you have allergies, your symptoms will flare up at certain times throughout the year when the allergens youre sensitive to are present. […] This also means that your symptoms can last for several weeks until that particular allergy season has ended. […] Allergies cannot cause a fever, though you could have an allergy flare-up at the same time youre experiencing a fever from an infection.
  • #81 7 Signs You Have Allergies | Blog | South Florida ENT Associates
    https://www.sfenta.org/blog/7-signs-you-have-allergies/
    Frequent sneezing, and an itchy or runny nose. […] Symptoms can be mild or severe and include frequent sneezing, and an itchy, blocked, or runny nose. […] Symptoms such as watery, itchy, and red eyes. […] Allergies cause your body to produce extra mucus, which can run down your throat from your nose, irritating your throat and making you cough. […] If your symptoms show up in the summer and disappear during the winter (when people typically get sick with the flu or common cold), there is a good chance you may be dealing with allergies. […] These are common symptoms if you are allergic to pollen, dust mites or animal fur. […] While allergies can make your throat itchy, they typically will not give you a sore throat. […] If you are experiencing several of the above symptoms but dont feel the general weakness or aches associated with illness or infection, you may be dealing with allergic reactions.
  • #82 Allergies
    https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/allergies/
    An allergy is where your body reacts to something that’s normally harmless like pollen, dust or animal fur. The symptoms can be mild, but for some people they can be very serious. […] Symptoms of an allergic reaction can include: a runny nose or sneezing, pain or tenderness around your cheeks, eyes or forehead, coughing, wheezing or breathlessness, itchy skin or a raised rash (hives), diarrhoea, feeling or being sick, swollen eyes, lips, mouth or throat. […] You or the person who’s unwell may also have a rash that’s swollen, raised or itchy. These can be signs of a serious allergic reaction and may need immediate treatment in hospital. […] A GP may arrange some allergy tests or refer you to a specialist allergy clinic to have them. […] Your specialist will give you an allergy management plan that will explain how to manage your allergy.
  • #83 Allergies explained | Better Health Channel
    https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/allergies
    Allergy occurs when a person reacts to substances in the environment that are harmless to most people. These substances are known as allergens. […] The symptoms of allergy range from mild to severe. The most severe type of allergic reaction is anaphylaxis, which may cause death without prompt administration of adrenaline (epinephrine). For mild allergies, effective treatments are available to manage or treat allergy symptoms. […] Symptoms depend on the allergy, but may include: swelling of lips, face, eyes; sneezing; runny nose; red, watery and itchy eyes; wheeze or persistent cough; breathing problems; swelling tongue and tightness of throat; headache; skin rash; abdominal pain (insect allergy); vomiting (insect allergy). […] Do not self-diagnose. The symptoms and signs of allergies are common to many other medical conditions. It is important to see your doctor or clinical immunology/allergy specialist for professional diagnosis, management and treatment.
  • #84 When Should I See an Allergist For My Seasonal Allergies? | Northern Valley Allergy
    https://www.allergyasthmasinus.com/do-i-need-to-see-an-allergist-about-my-seasonal-allergies/
    In New Jersey, seasonal allergies are typically at their worst during the Spring and Fall months. From March through May, tree pollen is very active, causing significant allergic reactions; from May to July, grass pollen takes over as the dominant allergen. During Fall, ragweed pollen is at its worst, lasting from late August through October and peaking in September. […] If your symptoms are severe or worsen, and your at-home treatments aren’t working, you should reach out to your allergist. They can help you identify the specific allergens causing your symptoms and recommend effective treatment strategies. […] If your symptoms are already severe or they continue to worsen, you should reach out to your allergist. By following their advice and maintaining good practices at home, you can keep your seasonal allergies in check and finally enjoy the warmer parts of the year.
  • #85 Allergies explained | Better Health Channel
    https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/allergies
    Allergy occurs when a person reacts to substances in the environment that are harmless to most people. These substances are known as allergens. […] The symptoms of allergy range from mild to severe. The most severe type of allergic reaction is anaphylaxis, which may cause death without prompt administration of adrenaline (epinephrine). For mild allergies, effective treatments are available to manage or treat allergy symptoms. […] Symptoms depend on the allergy, but may include: swelling of lips, face, eyes; sneezing; runny nose; red, watery and itchy eyes; wheeze or persistent cough; breathing problems; swelling tongue and tightness of throat; headache; skin rash; abdominal pain (insect allergy); vomiting (insect allergy). […] Do not self-diagnose. The symptoms and signs of allergies are common to many other medical conditions. It is important to see your doctor or clinical immunology/allergy specialist for professional diagnosis, management and treatment.
  • #86 Allergies
    https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/allergies/
    An allergy is where your body reacts to something that’s normally harmless like pollen, dust or animal fur. The symptoms can be mild, but for some people they can be very serious. […] Symptoms of an allergic reaction can include: a runny nose or sneezing, pain or tenderness around your cheeks, eyes or forehead, coughing, wheezing or breathlessness, itchy skin or a raised rash (hives), diarrhoea, feeling or being sick, swollen eyes, lips, mouth or throat. […] You or the person who’s unwell may also have a rash that’s swollen, raised or itchy. These can be signs of a serious allergic reaction and may need immediate treatment in hospital. […] A GP may arrange some allergy tests or refer you to a specialist allergy clinic to have them. […] Your specialist will give you an allergy management plan that will explain how to manage your allergy.
  • #87 Indoor Allergies | Causes, Symptoms & Testing | Allergy Insider | Allergy Insider
    https://www.thermofisher.com/diagnostic-education/patient/cn/en/allergy-types/year-round-allergies.html
    Indoor allergy symptoms are similar to most other allergies and include: Itchy, stuffy nose, Runny nose, Sneezing, Itchy, watery, swollen, bloodshot eyes, Scratchy, swollen throat, Coughing, Wheezing, Tightness in the chest. […] If you are suffering from symptoms throughout the year, you may not be able to find relief until you receive an accurate diagnosis. […] A blood test can help detect sensitization to hundreds of potential allergic triggers, including pollen, mold, food, and animal dander. […] Insects, such as cockroaches, have proteins in their body parts, saliva, and waste that can set off allergy symptoms and asthma, even after they are dead. Symptoms may be worse during or after cleaning because vacuuming, sweeping, and dusting can kick up the reaction-causing protein into the air, making it easier to inhale. Insect allergy symptoms are similar to hay fever or pollen allergy symptoms but continue beyond the spring or fall seasons.
  • #88 Allergies Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments | UPMC
    https://www.upmc.com/services/primary-care/conditions/allergies
    Skin tests can diagnose common allergies, including to certain types of pollen, dust mites, and foods. […] The area will become red, swollen, and itchy. […] Allergy symptoms can include one or more of the following: Itchy eyes, watery eyes, runny nose, swelling of the face, or part of the face, like the eyes or lips, sneezing, coughing, itchy skin, a rash, stomach pain, trouble breathing or swallowing, vomiting or diarrhea.
  • #89 Tips to reduce seasonal allergy symptoms and treatment options to helpmenu iconsearch iconsubscribe iconsearch iconarrow up right icon
    https://health.ucdavis.edu/blog/cultivating-health/tips-to-reduce-seasonal-allergy-symptoms-and-treatment-options-to-help/2023/03
    Allergy testing should only be done if you are having symptoms. Positive testing without a history of symptoms after exposure does not mean you have a true allergy. […] Here are some ways to help reduce your seasonal allergy symptoms: Avoid high exposure to pollen, Keep your home and car clean of pollen, Clean off outdoor pollen residues, Know your allergies, Talk to your doctor. […] Treatments for seasonal allergies start with avoiding irritants that cause symptoms. Your doctor can also recommend over-the-counter or prescription medications to treat seasonal allergy symptoms. This can include nasal steroids and/or eye drops to help lessen eye symptoms. […] The next option for patients with tough allergies is immunotherapy. This addresses the body’s immune response to allergens. Through small increases in exposure to specific allergens, the body builds tolerance to these substances until it stops seeing them as a threat.
  • #90 Year-Round Allergies – Immune Disorders – Merck Manual Consumer Version
    https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/immune-disorders/allergic-reactions-and-other-hypersensitivity-disorders/year-round-allergies
    Diagnosis of perennial allergies is based on symptoms plus the circumstances in which they occur—that is, in response to certain activities, such as petting a cat. […] Avoiding the allergen is the best way to treat as well as prevent allergies. […] Medication treatment of perennial allergies is similar to that for seasonal allergies. It includes corticosteroid nasal sprays, antihistamines, and decongestants. […] Antihistamines may have side effects, particularly anticholinergic effects. […] For people with chronic sinusitis and nasal polyps, surgery is sometimes needed to improve sinus drainage and remove infected material or to remove the polyps. […] Avoiding or removing the allergen, if possible, is recommended, thus preventing the development of symptoms and the need to take medication.
  • #91 Tips to reduce seasonal allergy symptoms and treatment options to helpmenu iconsearch iconsubscribe iconsearch iconarrow up right icon
    https://health.ucdavis.edu/blog/cultivating-health/tips-to-reduce-seasonal-allergy-symptoms-and-treatment-options-to-help/2023/03
    Allergy testing should only be done if you are having symptoms. Positive testing without a history of symptoms after exposure does not mean you have a true allergy. […] Here are some ways to help reduce your seasonal allergy symptoms: Avoid high exposure to pollen, Keep your home and car clean of pollen, Clean off outdoor pollen residues, Know your allergies, Talk to your doctor. […] Treatments for seasonal allergies start with avoiding irritants that cause symptoms. Your doctor can also recommend over-the-counter or prescription medications to treat seasonal allergy symptoms. This can include nasal steroids and/or eye drops to help lessen eye symptoms. […] The next option for patients with tough allergies is immunotherapy. This addresses the body’s immune response to allergens. Through small increases in exposure to specific allergens, the body builds tolerance to these substances until it stops seeing them as a threat.
  • #92 Seasonal Allergies (Allergic Rhinitis) > Fact Sheets > Yale Medicine
    https://www.yalemedicine.org/conditions/seasonal-allergies
    When people who are allergic to it breathe in, pollen that was in the air gets trapped in their nasal passages. The pollen particles stick to mucus membranes, causing inflammation and irritation to the nose and eyes. For those who suffer extreme reactions, their breathing is affected, and they may develop asthma. […] Common seasonal allergy symptoms include congestion, sneezing, itchy eyes, nose and throat, runny nose and eyes, post nasal drip, fatigue, and coughing. […] Seasonal allergies are treated in a variety of ways. Most often, over-the-counter or prescription antihistamines help suppress the body’s immune response, providing relief from symptoms. Decongestants can be used to relieve congestion. Over-the-counter cough medications are commonly recommended as well. […] For people who need additional relief, antihistamine or steroidal nose sprays can be prescribed by your doctor. These help calm the body’s immune response to seasonal airborne allergens. […] If you need more specialized care, your doctor may recommend allergen immunotherapy. This helps your immune system build up a tolerance against an allergen by exposing you to the irritant in small doses.
  • #93 Allergies: Controlling Your Symptoms | AAFP
    https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2023/0500/patient-information-allergies.html
    An allergy is when your body overreacts to a substance that does not cause problems for most people. These substances are called allergens. Some food and medicines can cause serious allergic reactions. Allergens in the air usually cause symptoms such as runny nose, watery eyes, itchiness, sneezing, and dark circles under your eyes. […] Yes. Aerosol sprays, humidity, tobacco smoke, air pollution, and wind can worsen symptoms. […] Nasal sprays are most likely to be helpful and are available over the counter. Antihistamines help reduce sneezing, runny nose, and itchiness, but they can cause sleepiness. They are more useful if you use them before you are exposed to allergens. Decongestants help relieve a stuffy nose but should not be used for more than a few days. For severe allergies, your doctor may recommend some combination of nasal sprays, eye drops, and steroids. […] These shots contain small amounts of allergens. They are given on a schedule so that your body gets used to the allergens and no longer overreacts to them.
  • #94 Seasonal Allergies: Keeping Symptoms in Check | Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
    https://www.chop.edu/news/health-tip/seasonal-allergies-keeping-symptoms-check
    A simple nasal saline spray will flush out allergens and relieve nasal congestion from allergies. […] Oral antihistamines vary by how long they last, how well they help itchiness, and their side effects. During an allergic reaction, antihistamines block one of the agents responsible for producing swelling and secretions in your child’s body, called histamine. […] For itchy, swollen eyes, oral medication does not tend to work as effectively as topical eye drops. Allergy eye drops generally contain topical antihistamines.
  • #95 Seasonal Allergies (Allergic Rhinitis) > Fact Sheets > Yale Medicine
    https://www.yalemedicine.org/conditions/seasonal-allergies
    When people who are allergic to it breathe in, pollen that was in the air gets trapped in their nasal passages. The pollen particles stick to mucus membranes, causing inflammation and irritation to the nose and eyes. For those who suffer extreme reactions, their breathing is affected, and they may develop asthma. […] Common seasonal allergy symptoms include congestion, sneezing, itchy eyes, nose and throat, runny nose and eyes, post nasal drip, fatigue, and coughing. […] Seasonal allergies are treated in a variety of ways. Most often, over-the-counter or prescription antihistamines help suppress the body’s immune response, providing relief from symptoms. Decongestants can be used to relieve congestion. Over-the-counter cough medications are commonly recommended as well. […] For people who need additional relief, antihistamine or steroidal nose sprays can be prescribed by your doctor. These help calm the body’s immune response to seasonal airborne allergens. […] If you need more specialized care, your doctor may recommend allergen immunotherapy. This helps your immune system build up a tolerance against an allergen by exposing you to the irritant in small doses.
  • #96 Allergies: Controlling Your Symptoms | AAFP
    https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2023/0500/patient-information-allergies.html
    An allergy is when your body overreacts to a substance that does not cause problems for most people. These substances are called allergens. Some food and medicines can cause serious allergic reactions. Allergens in the air usually cause symptoms such as runny nose, watery eyes, itchiness, sneezing, and dark circles under your eyes. […] Yes. Aerosol sprays, humidity, tobacco smoke, air pollution, and wind can worsen symptoms. […] Nasal sprays are most likely to be helpful and are available over the counter. Antihistamines help reduce sneezing, runny nose, and itchiness, but they can cause sleepiness. They are more useful if you use them before you are exposed to allergens. Decongestants help relieve a stuffy nose but should not be used for more than a few days. For severe allergies, your doctor may recommend some combination of nasal sprays, eye drops, and steroids. […] These shots contain small amounts of allergens. They are given on a schedule so that your body gets used to the allergens and no longer overreacts to them.
  • #97 Hay Fever and Allergic Rhinitis | Allergy UK | National Charity
    https://www.allergyuk.org/types-of-allergies/hayfever/
    Immunotherapy, often referred to as desensitisation, is a unique treatment for allergic diseases. It is a well-established treatment reserved for certain severe allergies, such as when someone has had a serious allergic reaction to wasp or bee venom or severe allergic rhinitis that has not been previously controlled by any of the anti-allergy medications tried. […] Seeking guidance from healthcare professionals for an integrated treatment plan targeting both conditions is key to effective management.
  • #98 Hay Fever and Allergic Rhinitis | Allergy UK | National Charity
    https://www.allergyuk.org/types-of-allergies/hayfever/
    Immunotherapy, often referred to as desensitisation, is a unique treatment for allergic diseases. It is a well-established treatment reserved for certain severe allergies, such as when someone has had a serious allergic reaction to wasp or bee venom or severe allergic rhinitis that has not been previously controlled by any of the anti-allergy medications tried. […] Seeking guidance from healthcare professionals for an integrated treatment plan targeting both conditions is key to effective management.
  • #99 How to Fix Allergy Fatigue | Northeast Allergy
    https://neaai.com/how-to-fix-allergy-fatigue/
    If you are struggling with allergy fatigue, here are some tips that may help you overcome it: Opt for Allergy Testing, Improve Sleep Hygiene, Over-the-counter and Prescription Medications, Eye Drops. […] The foods you eat may impact your allergies and fatigue levels. […] Avoiding foods that trigger your allergies and incorporating anti-inflammatory foods, such as fruits and vegetables, into your diet may help reduce symptoms in the long run. […] Exercise can help boost your immune system and reduce inflammation in the body. […] Stress can exacerbate allergy symptoms and lead to fatigue. […] Drinking plenty of water can help thin out mucus and reduce congestion, making breathing easier.
  • #100 Tips to reduce seasonal allergy symptoms and treatment options to helpmenu iconsearch iconsubscribe iconsearch iconarrow up right icon
    https://health.ucdavis.edu/blog/cultivating-health/tips-to-reduce-seasonal-allergy-symptoms-and-treatment-options-to-help/2023/03
    Allergy testing should only be done if you are having symptoms. Positive testing without a history of symptoms after exposure does not mean you have a true allergy. […] Here are some ways to help reduce your seasonal allergy symptoms: Avoid high exposure to pollen, Keep your home and car clean of pollen, Clean off outdoor pollen residues, Know your allergies, Talk to your doctor. […] Treatments for seasonal allergies start with avoiding irritants that cause symptoms. Your doctor can also recommend over-the-counter or prescription medications to treat seasonal allergy symptoms. This can include nasal steroids and/or eye drops to help lessen eye symptoms. […] The next option for patients with tough allergies is immunotherapy. This addresses the body’s immune response to allergens. Through small increases in exposure to specific allergens, the body builds tolerance to these substances until it stops seeing them as a threat.
  • #101 Allergies: Types, Symptoms, Treatment & Management
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/8610-allergies
    Allergy symptoms include trouble breathing, itching, sneezing, runny nose, cough, rash, vomiting, swelling and more. […] Allergies can cause a range of symptoms, including: Skin rash or hives, Itchy skin, Sneezing, Stuffy or runny nose, Cough, Wheezing, Itchy, watery eyes, Swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat, Difficulty breathing or swallowing, Vomiting or diarrhea, Low blood pressure. […] Symptoms often depend on how you’re exposed to an allergen. For instance, if you touch something you’re allergic to, you might get an itchy rash. If you’re allergic to pollen or pet dander, you usually get a runny nose or sneeze when you breathe them in. Food and drug allergies and bee stings are more likely to cause severe reactions, like airway swelling and vomiting. […] Your allergies will continue as long as you’re exposed to the allergen. Some start within minutes of exposure, while others don’t start until hours or days later. Once you’re no longer around allergens, your symptoms should go away after a few hours. Some allergies, like poison ivy rashes, can last for a few weeks.
  • #102 Allergies Overview
    https://www.aaaai.org/conditions-treatments/allergies/allergies-overview
    Allergy symptoms range from making you miserable to putting you at risk for life-threatening reactions. […] An allergic reaction typically triggers symptoms in the nose, lungs, throat, sinuses, ears, lining of the stomach or on the skin. For some people, allergies can also trigger symptoms of asthma. In the most serious cases, a life-threatening reaction called anaphylaxis (an-a-fi-LAK-sis) can occur.
  • #103 How Long Do Allergic Reactions Last? Symptom Timeline
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/how-long-does-an-allergic-reaction-last-7565692
    Allergies are an immune system reaction to substances called allergens. The cause a range of symptoms from a stuffy nose to itchy eyes to difficulty breathing. How long allergies last varies based on what type of allergy, length of exposure, and several other factors. […] The length of time an allergic reaction can last varies based on several factors. The information below discusses the type of allergic reaction and the amount of time the reaction can last. […] Food allergy symptoms typically begin a few minutes or two hours after someone eats or drinks. In some people, the onset of symptoms will disappear, and a second wave of symptoms may return one to 72 hours later. This phenomenon is called a biphasic reaction. […] The length of time that food allergy symptoms last will vary based on the severity of the reaction, as well as how much of the food was eaten and for how long. Symptoms may last for a few minutes up to a couple of days.
  • #104 When Should I See an Allergist For My Seasonal Allergies? | Northern Valley Allergy
    https://www.allergyasthmasinus.com/do-i-need-to-see-an-allergist-about-my-seasonal-allergies/
    In New Jersey, seasonal allergies are typically at their worst during the Spring and Fall months. From March through May, tree pollen is very active, causing significant allergic reactions; from May to July, grass pollen takes over as the dominant allergen. During Fall, ragweed pollen is at its worst, lasting from late August through October and peaking in September. […] If your symptoms are severe or worsen, and your at-home treatments aren’t working, you should reach out to your allergist. They can help you identify the specific allergens causing your symptoms and recommend effective treatment strategies. […] If your symptoms are already severe or they continue to worsen, you should reach out to your allergist. By following their advice and maintaining good practices at home, you can keep your seasonal allergies in check and finally enjoy the warmer parts of the year.
  • #105 Pollen Allergy: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/pollen-allergy
    Approximately 20 million people in the U.S. have seasonal allergies due to pollen. […] The best treatment for pollen depends on how severe your allergy is and what works best for your body. […] Allergy shots work by changing your immune systems response to an allergen over time. […] While you cant cure a pollen allergy, taking the right medication and changing your habits to avoid pollen can help. […] Contact a healthcare provider if you believe you have a pollen allergy. Only they can determine what type of pollen is causing your allergy. You may notice symptoms like congestion, coughing or watery eyes, especially when the seasons change.