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PREVENTION OF ALLERGY IN CHILDREN

Allergies in children In children, allergic disorders are very common. Allergic diseases have increased significantly over the last 25 years especially in western countries. In the USA, 40% of children suffer from allergic disorders at some point in their lives while 20% have current symptoms. Hay fever (allergic rhinitis), asthma, eczema and food allergies are […]

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What is an Allergic Reaction?

An allergic reaction is an inappropriate immune-system response that causes symptoms in a certain subset of the population. Specificity is the hallmark of all immune responses. People are usually allergic to only a few specific substances. For example, someone sensitive only to the allergen found in red cedar dust will react on inhaling this tree

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Allergic Rhinitis/Hay Fever

What is Allergic Rhinitis/Hay Fever? Allergic Rhinitis is a general term that indicates an inflammation of the nasal mucous membranes. The release of histamine and other inflammatory substances during an allergic reaction produce the other symptoms associated with this condition: sneezing, a runny nose, ear and throat congestion, swollen sinuses, postnasal drip, and red, watery,

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