Allergy Symptoms

ALLERGY

DESCRIPTION

Allergies occur when your immune system reacts to foreign substance – such as pollen, bee venom, or pet dander – or a food that doesn’t cause a reaction in most people. Your immune system produces substances known as antibodies.

Symptoms –

Sneezing

Itching

Runny or stuffy nose

Watery or swollen eyes

Tingling in mouth

Swelling of lips, tongue, face or throat

Hives

Anaphylaxis

Rash

Risk factor

Have a family history of asthma or

allergies

Are a child

Have asthma

Diagnosis and test –

Skin test

Blood test

Allergy skin test

Treatment –

Allergen avoidance

Medications

Immunotherapy

Emergency epinephrine