Everyone experiences some redness, stinging and swelling if they are bitten or stung by an insect. Depending on the type and size of the insect, this can be extremely small or cause a large whelp. So, how do you know if the reaction you’re having after an insect sting is normal or a hypersensitivity? Types […]
Allergy
6 Bizarre Allergies
Everyone knows that people can be allergic to pollen, dust, medication, insect stings, and even certain foods. Multiple medications and other treatment methods exist for these common allergens. However, some people have allergies that are truly odd and have no existing cure. Check out our list below of six of the most bizarre allergies out […]
Can Allergies Cause High Blood Pressure?
Allergies can be frustrating enough to deal with on their own, but when paired with other chronic conditions, the management of symptoms becomes quite difficult. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is defined as a condition in which the blood within a person’s arteries exerts too much pressure against the artery walls. If left untreated, high […]
Understanding the Difference Between Food Allergies and Food Intolerance
If eating certain foods causes you discomfort, you may think you are allergic to that food. However, most of the time, these issues are caused by food intolerances instead of true food allergies. Here’s how to tell the difference: Food allergies cause immune system responses that usually affect multiple body systems, occur immediately, and can […]
Treating Chronic Rhinitis
Chronic rhinitis is inflammation of the inner lining of the nose that lasts longer than four weeks. Chronic rhinitis is divided into two categories, depending on the condition’s cause. Allergic rhinitis (also called hay fever) is caused by an allergic immune response, while non-allergic rhinitis is not due to allergens, but rather general irritants and […]
