Allergic Reactions

Anaphylactic reactions

Anaphylactic reactions or anaphylaxis are abrupt, systemic, potentially severe and dangerous allergic reactions. This type of reaction necessitates immediate medical attention to prevent it from progressing. What are the causes of anaphylactic reactions? Anaphylactic reactions are typically triggered by the following: Insect stings Latex Medications such as penicillin Certain foods particularly seafood, eggs and nuts […]

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What is allergic conjunctivitis?

Allergic conjunctivitis can cause mild to moderate symptoms including redness. This condition usually responds to non-medicated treatment but oftentimes, the symptoms can become severe and incapacitating such as grittiness and burning as well as swollen eyelids. Unlike with the forms triggered by bacteria, this type is not contagious. Close look on conjunctivitis The conjunctiva is

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