Allergic rhinitis, commonly known as hay fever, refers to inflammation of the nasal passages that causes cold-like symptoms. The immune system becomes sensitized and overreacts to environmental substances that an individual’s body cannot tolerate. Unlike a cold, hay fever isn’t caused by a virus, but by an allergic response to outdoor, indoor, or occupational allergens, […]
Allergy
The Benefits of Allergy Testing
Having allergies means your immune system could potentially overreact to something you touched or inhaled while enjoying an outdoor activity, or even in the comfort of your home. Even eating a peanut butter sandwich, having a carpet in the bedroom, or taking aspirin could trigger an allergic reaction causing you to experience symptoms such as […]
