Know the 10 most prevalent types of allergies and ways to face them

According to the National Health Portal of India, “Approximately 20% to 30% of the total population in India suffers from at least one allergic disease. Out of this, about 15% develop Asthma. Urban children have a higher prevalence of male predominance. About 4.5% of adolescents are allergic to certain food items leading to asthma or rhinitis"

An allergic reaction is an immune system reaction to a chemical that is foreign to your body but not usually dangerous. Allergens are these strange substances. Your immune system's job is to defend your health by fighting off germs. It accomplishes this by fighting everything it determines could endanger your body. This response might include swelling, sneezing, or a variety of other symptoms, depending on the allergen.

The 10 most common allergies include 

  • Food allergy
  • Animal allergy
  • Pollen allergy
  • Mold  allergy
  • Dust mites allergy
  • Medications allergy
  • Latex allergy
  • Insect stings allergy
  • Cockroaches allergy
  • Perfumes/household chemicals allergy

Main symptoms of allergies

Food allergies can result in hives, nausea, exhaustion, and other symptoms including swelling. A person may not become aware of their food allergy right away. Seek emergency medical attention if you experience a severe response following a meal and are unsure of the cause. They can determine the precise reason for your response or suggest a professional.

The signs of hay fever might look almost like a cold. They include puffy eyes, a runny nose, and congestion. Most of the time, over-the-counter medications may be used to treat these symptoms at home. If your symptoms become unbearable, consult a doctor.

Anaphylaxis can be caused by severe allergies. This is a serious emergency that may cause trouble breathing, dizziness, and loss of consciousness. You should seek immediate medical attention if you experience these symptoms after coming into touch with a potential allergen.

The symptoms and indications of an allergic response vary from person to person. Learn more about allergy symptoms and potential triggers.

Types of skin allergies include rashes, eczema, Contact dermatitis, sore throat, hives, swollen eyes, itching and burning. 

Treatments for allergies

Each type of allergy has a host of natural remedies that may help speed up recovery. Allergen avoidance, Medications, Immunotherapy and Emergency epinephrine. Seeking expert advice is a must before taking any major actions.

Luckily, allergy testing can identify the things to which you are allergic. This makes it simpler to determine which treatments can benefit you, enables you to avoid the things that cause your allergies, and reduces the likelihood of an overreaction.

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