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Marijuana Allergy: From Symptoms to Causes, Cross-Reactions

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night time asthma :: Article Creator Nocturnal Asthma (Nighttime Asthma) Nocturnal asthma, with symptoms like chest tightness, shortness of breath, cough, and wheezing at night, can make sleep impossible and leave you feeling tired and irritable during the day. These problems may affect your overall quality of life and make it more difficult to control your daytime asthma symptoms. Nocturnal or nighttime asthma is very serious. It needs a proper asthma diagnosis and effective asthma treatment. The chances of experiencing asthma symptoms are higher during sleep. Nocturnal wheezing, cough, and trouble breathing are common yet potentially dangerous. Many doctors often underestimate nocturnal asthma or nighttime asthma. Studies show that most deaths related to asthma symptoms such as wheezing happen at night. The exact reason that asthma is worse during sleep are not known, but there are explanations that include increased exposure to alle...

British Society for Allergy and Immunology Abstracts From the 2024 Annual Conference

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pulmonary asthma :: Article Creator Asthma In Children And Pollution: NO2 Exposure May Affect Treatment Response Some asthma therapy appeared to be less effective in Black children living in areas with high levels of nitrogen dioxide (NO2), according to study findings published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. Researchers assessed the effect of air pollutants on asthma treatments, using data from the randomized Best African American Response to Asthma Drugs (BARD) trial (ClinicalTrials.Gov Identifier: NCT01967173). The trial enrolled 280 children aged 5 to 11 years with inadequately controlled asthma using low-dosage corticosteroids, with children assigned to a random sequence of commonly prescribed treatments of baseline low inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) dose, double ICS with long-acting beta-agonists (2×ICS+LABA), quintuple ICS (5×ICS), and quintuple ICS with LABA (5×ICS+LABA) for 14 weeks per treatment regimen. The current a...

Travelling with an Allergy

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drug allergy treatments :: Article Creator Popular Allergy Medications Linked To Severe Withdrawal Symptoms, FDA Warns NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Two common allergy medications could cause a severe reaction in some people who stop using it. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an alert related to cetirizine (Zyrtec) or levocetirizine (Xyzal), warning that patients who stop taking it after long-term use may experience "rare but severe itching," a condition called pruritus. The itching was reported by people who used the medicines every day for months or years, and then stopped using them. TOP 10 'ALLERGY CAPITALS' OF THE US, PLUS 4 TIPS TO MANAGE SYMPTOMS In total, 209 cases were reported worldwide (197 in the U.S.) between April 25, 2017, and July 6, 2023. "This number includes only reports submitted to FDA, so there may be additional cases of which we are unaware," t...

Identifying and addressing infant allergy to cow’s milk protein

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rash from rubber gloves :: Article Creator Most Common Cause Of Rash Is Contact Dermatitis Q. What causes rashes? A. The most common cause of a rash is contact dermatitis, an inflammation of the skin that comes from direct contact with irritants or allergens. A red, itchy rash from contact dermatitis isn't contagious, and usually goes away in two to four weeks. The cause of contact dermatitis is direct contact with irritants or allergens. These include: detergents, soaps, makeup, deodorant, clothing, chemicals, rubber, metals, jewelry, fragrances, plants and medicinal lotions. There are two types of contact dermatitis. Irritant contact dermatitis is caused by a substance such as bleach that irritates the skin. Allergic contact dermatitis is caused by a reaction to an allergen, which is a substance that induces an allergy. If the cause of a rash isn't obvious, you may have to get a "patch test." During one of these tests...

Cow's milk protein allergy and intolerance in infancy Some clinical, epidemiological and immunological aspects

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British Society for Allergy and Immunology Abstracts From the 2024 Annual Conference

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nutmeg and nut allergy :: Article Creator Nutmeg Vs. Tree Nuts: What's The Difference? Despite its name, nutmeg is not a nut but a seed. Some people may have an allergic reaction to nutmeg and other seeds. Nutmeg is used to season dishes and is available to buy as a ground spice or in its whole form. It can be found in baked goods, entrees, and desserts. Certain cuisines, such as Moroccan and Indian cuisines, feature nutmeg in their dishes. It's also sometimes used in beverages, like cider. People with tree nut allergies may wonder if it's safe for them to eat nutmeg. The answer is yes. Despite its name, nutmeg isn't a nut. It's really a seed. If you have a nut allergy, you may be able to eat nutmeg without any risk of an allergic reaction. However, if you have a seed allergy, you may need to avoid nutmeg since it's technically from a seed. But just because you're allergic to one type of seed doesn...

Travelling with an Allergy

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herbs for asthma treatment :: Article Creator 7 Natural Remedies For Adult Asthma Holistic approaches offer complementary support alongside conventional treatments Asthma affects approximately 25 million Americans, with adult-onset asthma presenting unique challenges for those diagnosed later in life. While conventional medications remain the cornerstone of asthma management, many adults seek complementary natural approaches to help control symptoms and reduce dependency on pharmaceuticals. These natural remedies can work alongside prescribed treatments to potentially improve overall respiratory health and quality of life. Understanding adult asthma Adult asthma differs significantly from childhood asthma in several important ways. Adults typically experience more persistent symptoms, slower recovery from flare-ups, and often face complications from other health conditions. Unlike children who may "outgrow" their asthma, adult-onset ast...