The common cold and the flu (influenza) are both caused by viruses. The viruses that cause colds and the flu are transmitted when an infected person coughs or sneezes into the air and another person inhales the infected droplets. You can al.. Read More
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If you have a food allergy, your immune system mistakenly regards a particular food as harmful and begins producing antibodies to that food. Each time you eat that food, your immune system releases various chemicals to protect your body. Th.. Read More
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A food allergy is a reaction of the immune system to a food or food ingredient that most people find harmless. If you eat a food that produces an allergic reaction, your immune system responds by releasing numerous chemicals that cause alle.. Read More
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Always report any unpleasant or unexpected side effects of medication to your doctor. The following symptoms may indicate an allergy to medication: • rash • hives (itchy, raised, red patches on the skin) • itching • swollen.. Read More
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Anaphylactic shock is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction. The reaction usually occurs after an insect sting or bite or after injection of a specific drug such as penicillin. Occasionally the reaction occurs after eating a particul.. Read More
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Drug allergies arise from a complicated response by the immune system to a specific medication. A person usually goes through three stages when developing an allergy to a medication. First, he or she must be exposed to the drug by taking on.. Read More
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An allergy is an exaggerated or inappropriate response of the immune system to a substance that is harmless to most people. Substances that can cause such reactions are called allergens. Common allergens include pollen, dust particles, cert.. Read More
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A weakened immune system can be congenital (present from birth), or it may result from an inherited disorder or an infection. It also may occur as a side effect of drug treatment. People with weakened immune systems have difficulty fighting.. Read More
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