Do you feel ill when you eat a certain food? Many people assume that if a food doesn’t agree with them that they have a food allergy, but there is actually a difference between a food allergy and food intolerance. It is important to understand the difference, as they are
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What Are Hives, and How Are They Treated?
What Are Hives If you have ever known people who have allergies, you have probably heard of hives but what are hives.. Hives is a skin reaction that forms raised bumps or welts on the skin. It is usually caused by an allergy. If you ever get hives, it is
What Are Allergy Shots, and How Can They Help?
You may have heard of allergy shots and how they can help “cure” allergies. While allergy shots are not a miracle cure, they can greatly limit, if not eliminate, your allergy symptoms to certain substances over time. Learn more about allergy shots and how they might be able to help
What to Expect from Allergy Testing
What to Expect from Allergy Testing If you have recently developed an allergic reaction and aren’t sure of the cause, allergy testing can help you determine what you are allergic to so that you can get treatment. Allergy testing is also very helpful for younger children, who are more likely
The Difference Between Food Allergy and Food Intolerance
Food Allergy and Food Intolerance Being limited in what you can eat can be troublesome, but it is important to understand whether you need to restrict your diet due to a food allergy or food intolerance. The two conditions are very different, although many people think that they are the
3 Ways Eczema Affects Your Childs Life
3 Ways Eczema Affects Your Childs Life Eczema may just seem like an annoyance, but it affects many children each year. The ways that eczema affects your child may not be apparent at first. It is important that you seek treatment for your child’s eczema so that your child will
Times in Your Life Allergies Can Develop
Allergies Can Develop Many people are not aware that you can develop allergies later in life. While the vast majority of allergies are diagnosed in childhood, there are some periods of your life in which allergies can develop. An allergy is simply the immune system deciding that the allergen is
Allergies Can Develop: Signs and Symptoms of Hay Fever
Signs and Symptoms of Hay Fever You may have noticed some new symptoms this spring that seem like a spring cold, but doesn’t go away with rest or treatment. Many people are surprised to learn that you can develop allergies later in life. Even though you may have never had
How to Discover If You Have Seasonal Allergies or a Spring Cold
Seasonal Allergies or a Spring Cold While the common cold is most often spread during the winter months, many people still get a cold during the spring. Springtime is also filled with allergens like pollen and mold, and these can cause cold-like symptoms as well. Even if you have never
What You Can Do About Seasonal Allergies At Home
Seasonal Allergies At Home Seasonal allergies are uncomfortable, annoying, and can get in the way of what you want to do this spring. While there are some allergy treatments available from your doctor, there are also some ways that you can cope with seasonal allergies at home. Monitor Pollen and