 Category: Allergies
Category: Health and Fitness >> Allergies<< previous page 1 2 3 4 next page >> by David Cowley  [ 2008-05-22 ] Dealing with a baby allergy can be difficult for parents; they often work very hard to keep their child from whatever they have an allergy to and then often need to help the child cope with an allergy attack when it does happen. by David Cowley  [ 2008-05-22 ] Did you know that living with an indoor dog can actually help a child to be safer from allergies? There is a chemical that dogs release called endotoxin that actually helps the immune system to develop which is beneficial for children. by David Cowley  [ 2008-05-22 ] Most people refer to a pollen allergy as hay fever. Pollen is a very fine dust or powder that contains the male cells of a plant's seed. A person can develop an allergy because these small cells hitch rides on air currents; this is part of how flowers grow. by Neelima Reddy  [ 2008-05-08 ] Asthma medicine during pregnancy is safe. It is important to treat asthma during pregnancy for a healthy baby. Take asthma medicines during pregnancy and control your asthma in pregnancy. by Corwin Brown  [ 2008-05-03 ] Lichen planus (LP) is a pruritic, papular eruption characterized by its violaceous color; polygonal shape; and, sometimes, fine scale. It is most commonly found on the flexor surfaces of the upper extremities, on the genitalia, and on the mucous membranes. LP is most likely an immunologically mediated reaction. See Oral Lichen Planus for more information on this variant of LP. by peter hutch  [ 2008-04-29 ] Allergy is a disorder of the immune system often also referred to as atopy. Allergic reactions occur to environmental substances known as allergens; these reactions are acquired, predictable and rapid. Strictly, allergy is one of four forms of hypersensitivity and is called type I (or immediate) hypersensitivity. by Joel Owens  [ 2008-04-19 ] Sinusitis may be described in general as an inflammation of the sinuses. But when you look more into it, you can say a lot more than that about it. A lot of people fall prey to the disease and find ways to relieve their discomfort with acute and chronic sinusitis cure. by Joel Owens  [ 2008-04-11 ] Ever had allergies or colds that would not go away? If you feel like you cannot breathe properly due to a blockage in your nose, there might be an infection on your nasal passages and sinus cavities. by Corwin Brown  [ 2008-04-11 ] The sinuses (say: sy-nus-is) are air-filled spaces found in the bones of the head and face. Sinuses start developing before you are born and some of them keep growing until you're about 20. There are four pairs of sinuses, or eight in all. They are located on either side of the nose in your cheeks, behind and between the eyes, in the forehead, and at the back of the nasal cavity. by Juliet Cohen  [ 2008-03-30 ] Menopause is a natural circumstance that all women see as they mature. Menopause is usually used to identify any of the changes a woman experiences either just before or after she stops menstruating, marking the conclusion of her reproductive period. by Rachel Broune  [ 2008-03-16 ] Poison Ivy (Toxicodendron radicans or formerly Rhus toxicodendron) is a climbing plant common in eastern and central United States with ternate leaves and greenish flowers followed by white berries; yields an irritating oil that causes a rash on contact. by Neelima Reddy  [ 2008-03-14 ] Allergy shot, which is also known as immunotherapy, is the most effective way to fight against particular allergen. The latest techniques of allergy shot, i.e. oral immunotherapy, intranasal immunotherapy, and rush immunotherapy are very much helpful in treating allergies by peter hutch  [ 2008-03-12 ] Medications also may be part of your treatment plan. An over-the-counter (OTC) cream or ointment containing hydrocortisone (Cortaid, Preparation H), applied sparingly to the affected area may reduce inflammation and itching. A protective ointment that contains zinc oxide (Desitin, Balmex) also may help. If your symptoms are worse at night, your doctor may also prescribe an antihistamine to reduce itching until topical treatments take effect. With proper treatment, most people experience complete relief from anal itching in less than a month. by Dr John Anne  [ 2008-03-07 ] Varicose veins are twisted, enlarged veins that can occur anywhere a vein is close to skin, but they occur most often in the legs. Faulty valves in the veins and weakened and stretched vein walls cause varicose veins to develop. by Peter sams  [ 2008-03-05 ] Schizophrenia is a debilitating mental illness that affects 1% of the population. Despite intensive study, its molecular etiology remains enigmatic. by Dr John Anne  [ 2008-03-03 ] 1) Like all living things, our skin needs oxygen to survive, reproduce and regenerate. In younger skin, this process is very efficient,
by Dev Sri  [ 2008-02-21 ] An allergy is said to be a condition in which any part of the body is un-naturally sensitive to external elements like dust, pollen, temperature difference, chemicals, sound, light etc.
by Peter sams  [ 2008-02-20 ] Since avoidance, the optimal allergic conjunctivitis treatment, is generally not feasible, other solutions must be considered. Many healthcare providers suggest the use of cold compresses or artificial tears as by Nelly Sanders [ 2008-01-18 ] Back to 20,000 years ago all of the diseases were communicable diseases, not the degenerative and genetic diseases that we have today. Do you know why there are so many degenerative diseases today? by Thomas Mayhew  [ 2008-01-16 ] Diagnosing and dealing with chronic illness. by Timothy Croy  [ 2008-01-15 ] Things you should know regarding seasonal allergies. by Nelly Sanders [ 2008-01-15 ] As we discussed in a previous article, allergies are mainly caused by our modern lifestyle: what we eat, what we breathe, what we put on and into our body, especially all those chemicals ingested in our processed foods and the medicines we take. Let’s discuss this matter a little bit further… by Neelima Reddy  [ 2007-12-26 ] Allergy asthma is an inflammatory condition of the lung airways that is caused by one or more allergen. If you are diagnosed with allergy asthma, you tend to suffer with other allergy associated medical conditions such as eczema and hay fever. by todd lloyd [ 2007-12-21 ] The best wheat allergy information available to you at the best cost - FREE. by Predrag Iljic  [ 2007-12-20 ] Making your room allergy-proof is not as simple as it seems by Predrag Iljic  [ 2007-12-20 ] Dark circles are not a medical concern, but they can be very annoying and embarrassing. They are the second highest dermatological problem in the world. by Predrag Iljic  [ 2007-12-20 ] In food intolerance it can be difficult to determine the offending food causing an intolerance because if the immune system is involved, the response is likely to be IgG mediated and takes place over a prolonged period of time by Predrag Iljic  [ 2007-12-20 ] A skin allergy is the body’s over reaction to allergen(s) in our environment. Typical skin allergy symptoms are swelling or a rash. It may affect small areas or cover the whole body. by Amber Amber [ 2007-12-10 ] Kinesiology is considered as one of the effective ways in detecting allergic sensitivities and the allergens that cause it. What it Kinesiology and how does it work? Is it a safe allergy detection method? Kinesiology explained in this article.
by Debbie Davis [ 2007-11-25 ] If you are diagnosed with a dust mite allergy, the only solution is to minimize the number of mites making themselves comfortable in your home. Here's how to do it. by Jim Bola [ 2007-11-03 ] A must read review before taking Historal as anti allergen by Meghan Milliken [ 2007-11-02 ] Reaction to sterling silver may not mean allergy to sterling silver but a metal known as nickel, which is the most common metal allergy. Nickel-free does not always mean allergy free. Gold, platinum, silver and other metals may contain nickel. by R Fredriksen  [ 2007-10-03 ] Scientists are discovering that nutritional supplements may be the simplest way to relieve allergy and sensitivity symptoms. Which vitamins are most noted? by R Fredriksen  [ 2007-09-22 ] When we think of allergies, we imagine somebody sneezing over their cat or watery eyes because of the ragweed. But allergies are even more diverse than that. by Juliet Cohen  [ 2007-09-17 ] Allergy is an abnormal, acquired sensitivity to a given substance, including pollen, drugs, or numerous environmental triggers. People who have allergies often are sensitive to more than one thing. by Michelle Hudson [ 2007-09-12 ] Hard contact lenses are made from glass and hard plastics. They provide vision correction for most types of vision problems. Glass contacts, PMMA contacts and RGP contacts are the three main types of hard contact lenses.
by Audrey Lynn  [ 2007-09-05 ] Dyshidrosis, also known as Dyshidrotic Eczema, is a chronic skin condition which is characterized by small
blisters on the hands and feet. The name "Dyshidrosis" comes from the word "dyshidrotic" which means "bad
sweating" which was deemed as the cause. This skin condition
is not contagious to others, but it can cause extreme stress and pain to the sufferers. Not to mention the
unsightly nature of the condition can cause social anxiety and low self esteem. Here are what you should know about Dyshidrosis and how you can help yourself. by Audrey Lynn  [ 2007-08-23 ] Candidiasis, commonly called yeast infection or thrush, is a common fungal infection infects both the young and old, male and female. While candida yeasts are usually present in most people, the growth of candida is kept in check by other naturally microorganisms and strong immune system. However, due to some reasons, overgrowth may occur and that is when candida causes problems to our health. Here are what you should know about candidiasis and how you can help yourself. by todd lloyd [ 2007-08-11 ] The best wheat allergy information available to you at the best cost - FREE. by Audrey Lynn  [ 2007-08-10 ] Those who suffer from eczema can tell you how maddening the itch can be. Many rather endure the pain of having weeping and bleeding skin , than the itch. Many have to depend on topical steroids and anti-histamines for relief. There is nothing wrong with this except that over dependance will bring about serious side effects on your body. Here are some of the remedies for itch relief I find effective. Everyone is different and not all methods works for everyone. Give these eczema home remedies a try to know what works best for you. by Audrey Lynn  [ 2007-08-03 ] Apple cider vinegar has been commonly deemed as a "cure all" solution. Many who have used apple cider vinegar testifies positive results in bring relief to various health conditions. How can apple cider vinegar help those with eczema? by Audrey Lynn  [ 2007-08-03 ] Eczema is a common skin disorder which affects millions of people world wide. One of the most intolerable symptoms is the intense itch eczema sufferers have to endure daily. your skin just to stop that crazy itch? There are many topical ointment for itch relief, but many contains steroids which can lead to long term side effects. We should try to minimize the use of medication by going for a more natural route. Here are some great daily practice to keep the itch away without using medication. Try it, it might work for you. by Bob Taylor Taylor  [ 2007-08-02 ] When we were teens working our first jobs, waiting tables at a private school in the summer, when scientists would come from the world over to have conferences, study, and get fed three times a day, we witnessed the more extreme cases of allergic reactions when a scientist asked if there were any shellfish in the fare we were serving. by todd lloyd [ 2007-07-31 ] The best peanut allergy information available to
you at the best cost - FREE. by Anand Kumar  [ 2007-07-20 ] Vernal keratoconjunctivitis (VKC) is a recurrent ocular inflammatory disease that has a seasonal incidence. It is basically an allergic eye condition, accounting for roughly 0.1 to 0.5% of ocular disease. It tends to occur more in dry, warm climates. by Audrey Lynn  [ 2007-07-19 ] Imagine how sad it is when you took time to carefully choose the perfect gift for your loved ones, only to learn soon after that your gift just trigger a bad case of allergy for him/ her. The last thing you want is to spoil someone’s joy just because you did not take his/her allergy into consideration when buying your gifts. by Spencer Hunt  [ 2007-07-08 ] Your child may be whining and complaining due to an food allergies. Learn more about food allergies so that you can best help your child. by Audrey Lynn  [ 2007-07-07 ] Seborrheic Dermatitis is a common condition and can cause much frustration to the sufferer and if it is not controlled, it can significantly reduce the lifestyle quality of the person. There are the usual conventional prescribed treatment are usually to suppress the condition which in the long term can cause more harm and side effects to your body. To heal from Seborrheic Dermatitis, we need to go back to basics and really understand why this happens in the first place. by Suma G Nathan  [ 2007-06-26 ] Our clever Immune System is designed to differentiate between healthy compounds and harmful substances. However, when it encounters the bad guys, it changes into an Allergic reaction. by Jessica Smith  [ 2007-06-18 ] Why are you not taking asthma seriously? Don’t be foolish by declaring asthma as a seasonal allergy. |