Allergies: Symptoms, Causes, and Medication

Allergies are caused by the body's overzealous reaction to normally harmles...

Allergies are caused by the body's overzealous reaction to normally harmless substances. Allergies can be triggered by pollen, animal dander, mold, dust, and insect droppings, or by certain foods or insect stings. Upper respiratory allergy symptoms include runny nose, itchy eyes, coughing, wheezing, and sneezing.

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12 Signs You Are Having an Allergic Reaction

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20 Ways to Stop Allergies

<p>Seasonal allergies are here, but if you're one of the sniffly multit...

Seasonal allergies are here, but if you're one of the sniffly multitudes, you may have noticed that the "allergy season" can span most of the year (and that symptoms may flare right before your period).

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31 Everyday Things You Didn’t Know You Could Be Allergic To

<p>Bet you never knew some people are allergic to books, jewelry, and other...

Bet you never knew some people are allergic to books, jewelry, and other seemingly harmless items you encounter daily. 

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5 Causes of Hives You Wouldn't Expect

Those itchy, red welts can be brought on by more than just pet dander and p...

Those itchy, red welts can be brought on by more than just pet dander and pollen.

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10 Worst Plants for Your Allergies

Here's how to identify common allergy-causing plants and trees, andho...

Here's how to identify common allergy-causing plants and trees, andhopefullyavoid them.

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9 Things You Need to Know About Allergy Shots

Allergen immunotherapy can be life-changing for many people with allergies,...

Allergen immunotherapy can be life-changing for many people with allergies, but it's not without downsides—and may not be your only option.

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