Allergy Testing Tips

Do you know that there are certain substances, which may cause respiratory and skin problems? Substances while at work may lead to the development of allergies when breathed in. Allergies may also occur when the substances are exposed to the skin directly. These substances are known as skin and respiratory sensitizers and are capable of causing damage to the nose, skin, throat and lungs. If you are affected in any way, further exposure to sensitizers may lead to allergic symptoms.

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Nasal allergy is something that needs proper care and treatment to opt. Nasal allergy is the home to serious health issues, so it is prominent to know the reason behind it. Sometimes people get allergic to dust, tree pollen, some flowers, animal dander or it might be something else which is causing irritation in the nose. Treat your allergies on a priority basis because it is not something which can be ignored. Give a look at the below-mentioned symptoms and know the precautions that can find a ...more

The inflammation of the cavities around nasal passage is known as sinusitis. When the cavities are full of fluid, germs attach themselves to the fluids, which give rise to infections. Some of the causes of sinusitis are common colds, allergic rhinitis, nasal polyps and deviated septum.

There are 4 different types of sinusitis:

1. Acute sinusitis: It remains for about 4 weeks or less. It is usually characterized by a runny nose and pain in the face which will stay for at least 1...more

Mouth breathing isn t a problem in itself. Both, the mouth and the nose are healthy airways to the lungs. However, when someone has to breathe from their mouth due to a nose block, it is not only uncomfortable but also unhealthy. Adults can easily notice when they have blocked nasal cavities but children need special attention.

Ill Effects of Blocked Nose

Having a blocked nose does not only end in the irritating mouth breathing but also in long term complications like:

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Symptoms:

Sneezing
Cough / cold
Shortness of breath
Breathlessness
Diarrhea
Stomach cramps
Wheezing respiration
Asthma
Itchy, watery eyes
Itchy, runny nose
Itching, eczema and/or hives
Home remedies:

Take 200 ml carrot juice, or a combination of carrot juice with beet and cucumber juices. In the case of mixed juices, 50 ml each of beet and cucumber juices should be mixed with 100 ml of carrot juice to prepare 200 ml of mixed juice. Dr...more

An allergy occurs when your body s immune system reacts abnormally to certain substances or chemicals (known as allergens) that may actually be harmless.

Respiratory allergies are one of the most common forms of allergy seen in people of all ages. This type of allergy occurs when the immune system reacts negatively to airborne substances, for example, dust. Although normally these substances do not pose a threat to your body, the antibodies consider allergens dangerous and release chemi...more

Bronchitis is the inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes present in the lungs. The inflammation may occur due to a bacterial or viral infection or even due to some allergy. As the mucous membranes get irritated due to the inflammation, there is swelling. This swelling can cause narrowing of the airways. This narrowing causes difficulty in breathing. At the same time, due to the inflammation, a lot of mucous is produced. The narrow airways are unable to wash off the mucous causing muco...more

Nasal allergy is something that needs proper care and treatment. Nasal allergy is the home to serious health issues, so it is prominent to know the reason behind it. Sometimes people get allergic to dust, tree pollen, some flowers, animal dander or it might be something else which is causing irritation in the nose. Treat your allergies on a priority basis because it is not something which can be ignored. Give a look at the below-mentioned symptoms and know the precautions that can find a way to ...more

What is allergic rhinitis?
Allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever is inflammation of the nasal membrane which is caused by the reaction of the immune system to the allergens present in the atmosphere such as dust, animal dander or pollen. Sometimes allergy to certain food items can also be seen.
Allergic rhinitis is usually seen at the change of seasons as there is a lot of pollen in the atmosphere.

Types of allergic rhinitis:

Seasonal (hay fever): symptoms are seas...more

Seasonal allergies like rhinitis and hay fever strike lacs worldwide. But what s worse is that conventional treatments just don t work on these allergies. So what does? Homeopathy, a complementary system of healing that works on the adage like cures like , is the perfect remedy for most seasonal allergies.

Homeopathy is also the best medicine for these allergies because it s inexpensive and it works every time- especially if you have consulted a qualified homeopath who prescribes medic...more