Allergy

Allergy is a condition when your body reacts to a substance when it feels harmful. Suppose when you come into contact with a harmless substance such as pollen but this may cause your immune system to react. These substances are called allergens. And when your body responds to these allergens that are called an allergic reaction. In response to these allergies, your body produces some antibodies. And the job of antibodies is to find and remove these allergens from the body. And that produces a chemical called histamine. An allergic reaction happens Because of histamine. It is a very common condition. The signs of allergies may vary from person to person.  Researchers are unable to explain why our immune system causes allergies. Adrenaline used to treat allergic reactions

There are several types of allergies such as seasonal allergies, Pollen, Pet allergies, Skin allergies, dust mites, etc. Too much stress can aggravate allergic conditions.

Your doctor will suggest you some skin or blood tests to diagnose this. If you experience any allergic symptoms that last more than a week then contact your doctor. Allergies are incurable. But you can control it by using the correct medicine. Also with some allergen immunotherapy. Using peanut products may reduce the risk of allergies. So use peanut products. You should also avoid things and conditions that trigger your allergy.

Symptoms of an allergy include;-

The symptoms of allergies are various. It can be from different factors. Allery can affect your skin, digestive system, eyes, etc. 
Allergic symptoms can be mild or very severe in some cases.

Food Allergy

• Swelling on the face, lips, and throat
• Hives
• Anaphylaxis
• Mouth sensation

Hay fever

• Wheezing
• Sneezing
• Conjunctivitis
• Runny or stuffed nose
• Itching of nose, eyes, and mouth

Insect bite or sting Allergy

• Swelling of a larger area around the bite or sting.
• Rashes or itching on the whole body
• Cough 
• Tightness of chest
• Difficulty in breathing

Drug allergy

• Rash
• Swelling in face
• Itching
• Anaphylaxis

Atopic dermatitis

• Peeling of the skin
• Itching
• Swelling
• Redness 

When to contact a Doctor?

You should contact a doctor when you notice any allergic symptoms. The cause of the allergy can be different but you should contact a doctor. Because these symptoms can be mild to severe and sometimes life-threatening. Whatever the reason is you should talk to your health expert about it.

Causes of Allergy

Allergy is a condition when the body reacts to a substance when it feels harmful. Suppose when you come into contact with a harmless substance such as pollen but this may cause your immune system to react. These substances are called allergens.

Common causes

• Allergens;- Such as dust, Pollen animal dander, etc.
• Medicines;– some antibiotics
• Foods;- certain food can give you allergies such as milk, peanuts, nuts, fish, eggs, soy milk, etc.
• Substances;- some stuff like latex can give you skin allergies also.

Prevention

To avoid these symptoms you have to stay away from things that trigger your allergy. Therefore you should keep a note o those specific things that give you an allergy. That is how you can prevent the causes of allergy. You should also wear a medical alert bracelet. If you have severe allergic issues. Also, avoid that food that may cause reactions.