Allergy
Allergy
When this happens, your body makes a protein called an antibody to fight the allergen. This leads to symptoms, such as sneezing, itching, hives, and shortness of breath. These symptoms are usually mild. But allergies can sometimes cause a serious reaction called anaphylaxis (pronounced a-nuh-fuh-lak-suhs), which is potentially life-threatening.
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Common allergens include:
- dust mites
- pollen
- animals
- pet dander
- food
- fungal spores
- insect venoms
- drugs
- drugs
- biologic products.
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Itching
- Rash
- Sneezing
- Hives
- Shortness of breath
- Redness
- Pain
- Tongue swelling
- Cough
In rare cases, an allergic reaction called anaphylaxis can occur within minutes or hours of exposure to the allergen. Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening emergency that requires immediate medical attention. Without treatment, it can get worse quickly and lead to death within 15 minutes.
Life-threatening allergies
Some allergens that can lead to serious, life-threatening allergic reactions (called anaphylaxis) as a result of exposure. These allergens are commonly
- food
- insect venom
- latex
- medication Allergy symptoms can also be very serious and life-threatening, leading to anaphylaxis. Symptoms that may require you to seek emergency care include:
- Skin: itching, redness, swelling and hives
- Mouth: itching, swelling of lips and tongue
- Stomach: vomiting, diarrhea, cramps
- Respiratory: shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, chest pain and/or tightness
- Heart: weak pulse, dizziness, faintness
- Headache, nasal congestion, watery eyes, sweating
- Confusion, feeling of impending doom
- Loss of consciousness
Seasonal allergies
Eyes: Itchy, red, watery, and swollen eyes
Nose: Runny, stuffy, or congested nose
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What are common seasonal allergy symptoms?
- Congestion
- Sneezing
- Itchy eyes, nose and throat
- Runny nose and eyes
- Post nasal drip (drainage in the throat)
- Fatigue
- Coughing
Food allergy symptoms
Food allergy symptoms typically appear within minutes to two hours after eating the food that causes the reaction, but can sometimes be delayed for several hours. Symptoms include:
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- feeling dizzy or lightheaded
- itchy skin or a raised rash (hives)
- swelling of the lips, face and eyes (angioedema)
- coughing, wheezing, breathlessness, noisy breathing or a hoarse voice.
- sneezing or an itchy, runny or blocked nose.
- feeling sick or being sick.
- tummy pain.
- diarrhoea.
Environmental allergies
Environmental allergies occur when the immune system reacts to normally harmless substances, such as pollen, dust, mold, and pet dander. Symptoms can include
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Eyes: Itchy, watery, red, or swollen eyes
Environmental allergies cause your immune system to react to normally harmless substances. Common causes include pollen, dust, mold and pet dander. Symptoms include congestion, itchy nose, fatigue, headache, watery eyes and sneezing. Treatment includes antihistamine medications and avoiding known allergens.
drug allergy
A drug allergy is an adverse reaction to a medication, nonprescription drug, or herbal remedy that occurs when the immune system reacts to the medicine. Symptoms can appear within an hour of taking the medication, but they can also take hours, days, or weeks to develop.
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- Redness
- warmth
- blotchy rash
- hives
- itching
- swelling of the lips
- tongue or face
- Wheezing
- difficulty breathing
- hoarse voice
- Fever
- low blood pressure
- increased heart rate
- confusion
- nervousness
- abdominal pain or cramping
- diarrhea
- dizziness
- lightheadedness
If you suspect an allergic reaction, you should seek immediate medical attention. For severe allergic reactions, you should call 911 or your local emergency number and go to the emergency room as soon as possible.
Some factors that may increase your chances of having a drug allergy include: Genetics, Body chemistry, Frequent drug exposure, and Underlying disease.
Common triggers for drug allergies include:
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like aspirin and ibuprofen
- Antibiotics, including penicillin and sulfonamides (sulfa drugs)
- Anticonvulsants
- Chemotherapy drugs
avoiding allergens
Allergies can be treated in a number of ways, including avoiding allergens, taking medication, and using immunotherapy
Try to avoid contact with things that trigger your allergies, such as certain foods or chemicals. You can also try making changes to your bedtime routine, like washing your bedding in hot water, showering before bed, and keeping pets out of your bedroom.
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Avoid allergens
Try to avoid contact with things that trigger your allergies, such as certain foods or chemicals. You can also try making changes to your bedtime routine, like washing your bedding in hot water, showering before bed, and keeping pets out of your bedroom.
Take medication
The type of medication your doctor recommends will depend on your symptoms, age, and overall health. Common medications include:
- Antihistamines: These can be taken over-the-counter or by prescription, and come in many forms, including tablets, nasal sprays, eye drops, and injections. They can help reduce or block symptoms like sneezing, itching, runny nose, and stuffy nose.v
- Decongestants: These can also be taken over-the-counter or by prescription, and come in oral or nasal spray forms.
- Corticosteroids: These anti-inflammatory medications can help treat inflammation in your nose, and are available in many forms, including creams, ointments, eye drops, nasal sprays, and lung inhalers.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, allergies are not contagious. They are a reaction of the immune system to a specific trigger. Allergies cannot be spread from person to person.
Most allergic reactions are mild and can be easily treated at an urgent care center. If you are experiencing difficulty breathing, loss of consciousness or severe vomiting due to an allergy, you should go to the ER or call 911.
seasonal allergies. If you are short of breath, achy, nauseous or have a fever, it could be something else, and you should contact your medical provider. The best way to determine whether your symptoms are related to COVID-19 or allergies is by getting tested. We offer COVID-19 testing at our urgent care centers.
Yes, your allergies can change over time and can be related to the area where you live. They can become more or less severe over time. Sometimes children grow out of allergies as they grow up.
The first step in the treatment of food allergies is getting the right diagnosis. Knowing which foods you are allergic to will help you eliminate those foods from your diet. It is important to not eliminate foods without the right diagnosis, as this can lead to nutrient deficiencies.
Yes, coughing can be a symptom of allergies, but also other respiratory illnesses. If you are unsure of the underlying cause of your cough, visit one of our convenient urgent care centers for the right diagnosis.