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| Just as the immune system protects the whole body so
its excessive reaction - allergy - can show itself in different
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| One of the most common forms of allergy is provoked by
tiny particles suspended, unseen, in the air that we breathe.
This condition, whose proper name is allergic
rhinitis,
is the main topic dealt with within Allergy Answers.
What triggers airborne allergy?
How to cope with airborne allergy?
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| Allergy can play a part in causing asthma, a condition
that affects the small tubes that carry air in and out
of the lungs. In someone with asthma, these airways are
sensitive and inflamed. Exposure to a trigger makes the
airways become narrower producing asthma symptoms - coughing
(the most common symptom), wheezing, shortness of breath
and tightness in the chest. Asthma should be assessed and
treated by a doctor. If you are concerned
about asthma, you should consult your own doctor. Further
information about asthma can be found at the National
Asthma Campaign website.
http://www.actionasthma.com
http://www.asthma.org.uk |
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| Allergy can affect the skin in two main ways. Insect
bites and other allergic reactions can produce localised
redness and swelling eg. hives or nettle rash. More widespread
allergy can lead to a flare-up of eczema or dermatitis.
http://www.skinflare-up.com
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Food allergies range in severity from mild reactions
such as hives to full-blown life threatening reactions
(anaphylactic
shock) - a condition that requires emergency medical
attention. If you feel you have a food allergy, you should
consult your doctor.
More information on allergy in general can be found at
the Allergy UK website.
http://www.allergyuk.org
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