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 Allergy - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
In alternative medicine, a number of treatment modalities are considered effective by its practitioners in the treatment of allergies, particularly homeopathy, traditional Chinese medicine and kinesiology.
It is hypothesized that use of antibiotics and vaccination affect the immune system, and that allergies are a dysfunctional immune response.
Many common allergies such as asthma have seen huge increases in the years since the second world war, and many studies appear to show a correlation between this and the increasingly affluent and clean lifestyles in the West.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allergy   (2461 words)

  
 Allergy
Food allergy is one of the three major allergies seen in dogs and cats.
There are basically three types of allergy that commonly cause discomfort in pets: food allergy, atopic dermatitis (environmental allergy), and fleabite allergy.
Many medications used to treat allergies are anti-histamines.
http://www.allergyearskincare.com/allergy.htm   (1769 words)

  
 Allergy Center - MayoClinic.com
Latex allergy Latex allergy is a common skin allergy.
Understanding allergies — from food allergies to pet allergies — as well as tests that confirm allergies.
Find information on allergies, allergy symptoms and allergy relief.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/allergy/AA99999   (158 words)

  
 Allergy Overview
The symptoms of dust mite allergy are similar to those of pollen allergy, and also can produce symptoms of asthma such as wheezing and coughing.
Immunotherapy, or allergy shots, also may be used to treat pollen allergies.
If a child develops an allergy, it is very likely that at least one of his or her parents has allergies.
http://www.clevelandclinic.org/health/health-info/docs/1900/1948.asp?index=8610   (1895 words)

  
 Allergies — A complete resource guide to allergies and allergy relief.
Food Allergies: Oftentimes, what is at first thought to be a food allergy is found to be something else.
Whether you are experiencing allergy symptoms for the first time or have had allergies for years, The Allergy Authority can help you find allergy relief.
There are several types of allergies, including cat and dog allergies, mold, pollen and food allergies.
http://www.theallergyauthority.com   (233 words)

  
 Allergy & Asthma Disease Management Center: Ask the Expert: Food Allergy
Peanut allergy is a major cause of food-induced fatal and near fatal anaphylactic reactions, and the incidence in children is increasing.
Developing new therapies for the treatment of peanut allergy is essential.
Food allergy was ascertained on the basis of clinical history and positive skin prick test responses with fresh foods, commercial extracts, or both.
http://www.aaaai.org/aadmc/ate/foodallergy.html   (17908 words)

  
 Allergy [HomeVet© Natural Pet Care]
The itching produced by ragweed allergy is the same as that produced by oak pollen allergy.
This is a non-specific approach which does not treat the allergy, only the result of the allergic state (itching).
One of the most common conditions affecting dogs is allergy.
http://www.homevet.com/petcare/allergy.html   (3052 words)

  
 Allergies and Hay Fever
Symptoms that may be caused by allergy are itching eyes, sneezing, nasal stuffiness, nasal congestion and drainage, and sometimes headache.
Your otolaryngologist has extensive training in the diagnosis, testing, and treatment of allergies and is the specialist best trained to help you with sinus problems or other complications from nasal allergy.
Immunotherapy, or allergy shots, provide the only treatment method that can offer lasting relief or cure from allergies.
http://www.entnet.org/healthinfo/allergies/allergies_hayfever.cfm   (890 words)

  
 Discovery Health :: Diseases & Conditions :: allergy testing
If a test is positive, the person has an allergy to that substance.
The healthcare provider may perform or order allergy tests on people with suspected allergies.
Provocative testing is the only way to check for allergies to food additives.
http://www.health.discovery.com/encyclopedias/illnesses.html?article=1026&page=1   (809 words)

  
 Dr Adrian Morris of Surrey Allergy Clinic explains allergies
The aim of these allergy clinics is to offer a personalised comprehensive service to diagnose and treat allergies.
If sensitive allergies information is involved, we encourage you to allow information to be passed to your general practitioner, but will not disclose information to a general practitioner unless you agree.
The purpose of the follow up consultation for allergies would be to discuss complex test results, monitor response to treatment and plan future allergy management strategies.
http://www.allergy-clinic.co.uk   (951 words)

  
 Allergy definition - Allergies: allergy symptoms, treatment, and medications by MedicineNet.com
Although allergies can develop at any age, the risk of developing allergies is genetic.
Allergy definition - Allergies: allergy symptoms, treatment, and medications by MedicineNet.com
During the sensitization period in allergy, IgE is overproduced.
http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=2201   (746 words)

  
 Allergy - Sinusitis - WS Tichenor M.D.
People develop allergy problems because of an overactive immune system in which certain gamma globulins are overproduced by the body.
Despite what you may have read about hairless cats or dogs not causing problems with allergies, because of the fact that the dander is what causes the problems, even hairless animals may be a problem.
Typically your history of allergy problems is the most important thing that a doctor evaluates in an allergy evaluation, and a good allergist will spend a lot of time going through your history.
http://www.sinuses.com/allergy.htm   (4629 words)

  
 HON Allergy Glossary Allergy
The most severe form of allergy is Anaphylactic shock, which is a medical emergency.
Viennese paediatrician Baron Clemens von Pirquet coined the term "allergy" (from the Greek "allos" meaning changed or altered state and "ergon" meaning reaction or reactivity) in 1906 [ 1 ].
[ 1 ] Allergy online - Vienna Medical School, Austria
http://www.hon.ch/Library/Theme/Allergy/Glossary/allergy.html   (164 words)

  
 Allergy symptoms: ask a nurse
Allergy Nursing, Dear Allergy Nurse, and Your Allergy Nurse are trademarks of Nursing Communications.
The phrase "Your Allergy Nurse" is used as a trademark only, and is not intended to imply a personal or professional nurse-patient relationship.
As an allergy nurse, I'm asked about allergy symptoms every day.
http://www.allergynursing.com   (529 words)

  
 Allergy — Medical information on common allergies (hay fever, asthma, allergic eyes, allergic eczema, hives, and ...
He referred to both immunity that was beneficial and to the harmful hypersensitivity as "allergy." The word allergy is derived from the Greek words "allos," meaning different or changed and "ergos," meaning work or action.
Austrian pediatrician Clemens Pirquet (1874-1929) first used the term allergy.
Therefore, people who are prone to allergies are said to be allergic or "atopic."
http://www.medicinenet.com/allergy/article.htm   (479 words)

  
 MyAllergyGuide.com - Allergy: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Milk allergy is one of a number of types of food allergy.
You may not know yet what allergy is, what causes it, and other things related to it.
Common indications of allergy may include sneezing, itching, and skin rashes.
http://www.myallergyguide.com   (645 words)

  
 Allergy News
An inexpensive over-the-counter allergy drug alleviates congestion better than a more expensive prescription medication, and both work equally well when it comes to easing runny nose and sneezing, according to...
An over-the-counter medicine appears to reduce allergy symptoms as well as a prescription drug.
Four year old Brianna would often need multiple medications to control her allergy symptoms, and secondary ear and sinus problems.
http://www.topix.net/health/allergy   (624 words)

  
 Allergy Prevention - Battle Allergies, Pollen, Hay Fever
The purpose of the Allergy Prevention Center is to present the latest allergy research, articles, news, and information so that allergy sufferers can work to break free from this annoying condition.
Allergies are nothing to sneeze at and that's why the Allergy Prevention Center exists.
The right hand column of every page of Allergy Prevention Center presents an interesting statistic, fact, or idea related to allergies.
http://www.allergypreventioncenter.com   (260 words)

  
 Allergy News - Allergies, Hay Fever and Pollen
Allergy Newswire is the official publication of the Allergy Prevention Center, one of the Web's most detailed, educational, and informative sites on battling allergy problems.
Allergy Newswire is a monthly newsletter dedicated to providing the most recent information on allergies, hay fever, pollen, and other allergic related conditions.
Allergy Newswire is the leading allergy health newsletter that is delivered free of charge, via email.
http://www.allergynewswire.com   (428 words)

  
 Welcome to Allergy UK
Allergy UK is the country's leading national medical Charity dealing with allergy and we are here to help you.
If you think that you may have an allergy or an intolerance we can help you.
Our fully trained helpline staff will be able to guide you to the appropriate specialist and provide you with practical advice and support in managing your symptoms.
http://www.allergyuk.org   (307 words)

  
 Allergy Discussion Group, Prevention, Self-Care, Mutual Help
The Allergy group discusses all types of human allergies - how allergies influence our health and lifestyles, treatments for allergies from the consumer perspective and experience, self-help prevention of allergy symptoms, allergy self-care, and support systems.
Every Allergy member is 100% responsible for managing their own Allergy account, so every Allergy member soon learns to deal with our simple, clerical robot (available 24 hours, seven days a week).
The Allergy mailing list is seeking additional sponsors, and will accept pre-approved commercial announcements *strictly* related to allergies.
http://www.immune.com/allergy   (788 words)

  
 Allergies & hayfever treatment - Benadryl Allergy Advice
Discover the effects of a pet allergy and learn to live in harmony.
Whether you're plagued by dust, pet or skin allergies Benadryl Allergy Relief is active in just 15 minutes, so you can snuggle by the fire without a sniffle or sneeze.
Allergies and hayfever treatment - Benadryl Allergy Advice
http://www.allergyadvice.co.uk   (212 words)

  
 Asthma and Allergy Information and Research (AAIR) Home Page
This may be caused by allergies, but very often it is not.
Nut allergy in children is now so common that there can hardly be a school without an affected child.
This is the medical home page of the Midlands Asthma and Allergy Research Association (MAARA) in Leicester and Derby, UK.
http://www.users.globalnet.co.uk/~aair   (1563 words)

  
 Technorati Tag: allergy
February 28th, 2006 dog allergy symptoms In the case of a food allergy it is best to have allergy testing performed by a professional.
Related tags: Air Purifiers, Food Allergy, Allergies, Allergy Asthma, Air filter.
February 27th, 2006 Allergy Sufferer Works in Pollen Plant without Any Drugs or Allergy Symptoms The Sales and Marketing Director of a company that...
http://www.technorati.com/tag/allergy   (474 words)

  
 Treatment of asthma and allergies by board certified allergists, serving Miami-Dade, Palm Beach, and Broward Counties."
Asthma and Allergy Associates of Florida: Treatment of allergies and asthma by board certified allergists, serving Miami-Dade, Palm Beach, and Broward Counties.
If you are in need of treatment for your allergies or asthma, we would be very happy to care for you.
We hope that the information you find here will help you to learn more about allergies and asthma, as well as to learn more about us.
http://www.allergyweb.com   (253 words)

  
 MedlinePlus: Allergy
Exercising with Allergies and Asthma (American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology)
The primary NIH organization for research on Allergy is the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
Antibiotic Desensitization Useful for Allergy to Life-Saving Drug (04/21/2004, American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology)
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/allergy.html   (845 words)

  
 Allergy and Asthma FAQ Home Page
The Allergy and Asthma FAQ is an informal gathering of the "net wisdom" on allergies and asthma.
This started as the misc.kids Allergy and Asthma FAQ, so a certain amount of this information is geared towards parents, but there is plenty of information for adults, too.
A collection of other web sites of interest to allergy and asthma patients.
http://www.cs.unc.edu/~kupstas/FAQ.html   (246 words)

  
 Allergy on Sympatico / MSN Powered by MediResource
Millions of Canadians suffer from allergies and asthma.
Get the facts on what you can do to manage your symptoms, including practical tips on avoiding allergens in your environment, considerations for choosing an allergy medication, and suggestions on forming an alliance with your pharmacist or doctor.
If you aren't sure whether you have allergies or just a cold, ask your health professional.
http://mediresource.sympatico.ca/channel_main.asp?channel_id=139   (233 words)

  
 Allergy medications in pregnancy: Are they safe? - MayoClinic.com
You and your doctor must weigh the severity of your allergy symptoms against the possible risks to your fetus from taking Claritin or any other allergy drug.
This may decrease your need for allergy medication.
Drugs also receive a letter classification — A, B, C, D and X. The allergy medication loratadine (Claritin, others) is a category B drug.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/allergy-medications/AN00314   (493 words)

  
 Allergy ABC's - Allergy Basics Center - Allergy Internet Resources
Latex Allergy in Pediatric Spina Bifida Patients: Incidence and Surgical Implications
sthma and allergy air purifiers to improve the lives and address the symptoms of those suffering from allergies.
This is a collection of links on Allergy topics, to help Allergy discussion group members research for themselves.
http://www.immune.com/allergy/allabc.html   (428 words)

  
 Sebo Vacuum Cleaner, Air Purifier, Hunter Humidifier - Allergy Consumer Review - Issue #44
Whether individuals will derive such relief depends on many variables, including the source and severity of their allergies, whether the allergens at issue tend to remain airborne, the rate at which the allergens are emitted into their homes or offices, and other environmental factors.
Moreover, short-term satisfaction is not a reliable indicator of effectiveness against the symptoms of allergy, which can vary considerably from day to day and season to season.
I wasn't able to open your suggestion page for keeping allergies at bay when living with cats.
http://www.allergyconsumerreview.com/acr-44.html   (5393 words)

  
 World Allergy Organization
The focus for this meeting will be to provide outreach in regions where established allergy societies do not exist, to help existing allergy societies improve their outreach and scope of activities, and to help establish excellent standards for local research programs.
WAO and Hogrefe and Huber Publishers are offering a limited number of free on-line subscriptions to Allergy and Clinical Immunology International - Journal of the World Allergy Organization for members in developing countries.
This month, hear Hugh Sampson reflect on his many years of experience researching into food allergy and comment on new directions in this important field of allergy.
http://www.worldallergy.org   (1112 words)

  
 MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Food allergy
More information and resources on food allergies can be found online through the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network.
Many Americans believe they have food allergies, while in reality fewer than 1% have true allergies.
Once an allergy has developed, carefully avoiding the offending food usually prevents further problems.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000817.htm   (1086 words)

  
 Allergy Relief Products-Air Purifiers Vacuum Cleaners Vapor Steam Cleaners Dehumidifiers Humidifiers pollen mold cat ...
Allergy Relief Center: information and products for allergy relief and prevention.
Educational articles on the use of allergy relief and control products as well as how to create a healthy home.
Our best-in-class products are natural, green and hypoallergenic, giving relief to allergy, asthma and sinus sufferers.
http://www.allergybuyersclub.com   (440 words)

  
 ZYRTEC® (cetirizine HCl). Lots of Allergies. Just one ZYRTEC™.
Plus, ZYRTEC is approved to treat indoor allergies in infants 6 months and up.
You may even qualify for free Pfizer medicines.
>> Show me how ZYRTEC compares to other allergy medicines.
http://www.allergy-info.com   (492 words)

  
 Allergy Publications at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Allergy Publications at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Disclaimer: The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases does not assume responsibility for information obtained beyond this point.
June 24, 2005 - New Food Allergy Research Consortium Focuses on Peanut Allergy
http://www.niaid.nih.gov/publications/allergies.htm   (208 words)

  
 Allallergy.net: allergy information symptoms medication products treatment relief
All Allergy specialists in food allergy information symptoms medication products treatment relief, allergies to food, latex, dog, cat, peanut, mold, milk, skin, testing, eye, asthma, seasonal, shot, gluten, dust mite, pollen
The World Wide Web has simplified access to a great wealth of allergy and intolerance information for health professionals and consumers.
intolerance, allergy, and hypersensitivity sufferers and health-care professionals need to know about this complex and rapidly-developing field is now within a few clicks of a mouse
http://www.allallergy.net   (323 words)

  
 Nasacort AQ - Allergy medication provides Relief
Learn more about allergy products, and how they interact with your body to provide allergy relief.
Learn how to minimize allergy symptoms caused by seasonal allergies, mold and dust mites.
Importance of Sticking with Your Allergy Treatment Plan
http://www.nasacort.com   (46 words)

  
 Doctor's Guide Congress Resource Center (CRC)
XIV Latinamerican Congress of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Annual Meeting 2006
American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Annual Meeting 2008
http://www.docguide.com/crc.nsf/web-bySpecDisp?OpenForm&spec=Allergy   (320 words)

  
 Latex Allergy -- familydoctor.org
See a doctor, preferably one with experience in treating latex allergy.
Latex Allergy (American Family Physician January 1, 1998, http://www.aafp.org/afp/980101ap/reddy.html)
familydoctor.org Home > Conditions A to Z > Allergies > Latex Allergy
http://familydoctor.org/254.xml   (884 words)

  
 Zirtek - Allergy / Allergy relief / Pollen / Pollen alert / Hayfever / Hay fever
This website is designed to try and help allergy sufferers understand and cope with the effects of their allergy - no matter what sets you off, our help and advice should help keep you going through the day, or the night.
Zirtek - Allergy / Allergy relief / Pollen / Pollen alert / Hayfever / Hay fever
For allergy relief from hay fever click here
http://www.zirtek.co.uk   (125 words)

  
 Allergy
Allergy is a vast subject and some specific types and their treatments are covered in separate factsheets on hay fever and rhinitis, asthma, eczema, pet allergies and food allergies.
Reviewed by Dr Dan Rutherford, GP What is an allergy?
Minor allergies can often be treated by over-the-counter remedies such as antihistamines, examples of which include cetirizine (eg Zirtek allergy tablets) or loratadine (eg Clarityn allergy tablets), which reduce the allergic reaction.
http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/diseases/facts/allergicdiseases.htm   (648 words)

  
 ALLERGY Hot Lists at www.Mall-Net.com
Oxygen and ATP in Chronic Fatigue COOTER: med.cfs, allergy, cfs
Allergy Diary Chat (See also How to Keep an Allergy Diary.)
Cold Body / Wilson's Chat (Often allergy related.
http://www.mall-net.com/hot/allergy.html   (247 words)

  
 food allergy
In general, if you do not think you have food allergy, it is preferable not to be tested for it.
Information for patients with allergy and related problems
In these patients the allergy may be a life-long problem.
http://allergy.peds.arizona.edu/southwest/food.html   (463 words)

  
 Ragweed PatientLinx Allergy
The best way to prevent an allergy is to recognize that you have one.
We've gathered together many internet links to get you to the information you need on allergy and immune system health programs, services and research...
Participants in clinical trials can play a more active role in their own health care, gain access to new research treatments before they are widely available, and help others...
http://www.patientlinx.com/allergy/index.cfm   (299 words)

  
 Allergy Centre
This Private Practice has been treating allergies since 1967 and our Doctors have many years of experience in helping allergies.
Courtesy of The Allergy Centre 03 9874 4144
Our hospital trained and medically qualified Doctors head a dedicated team of specially trained allergy staff.
http://www.allergycentre.com.au   (519 words)

  
 Amazon.com: Allergy: Books: Stephen T. Holgate,Martin K. Church
The Second Edition of this popular text has been thoroughly revised to provide a greater emphasis on the clinical aspects of allergy and the principles of diagnostic decision making.
Subjects > Health, Mind & Body > Disorders & Diseases > Allergies
Info To Help Relieve Your Indoor And Outdoor Allergy Symptoms.
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0397447256?v=glance   (478 words)

  
 Immune System Diseases
ALLSA Handbook of Practical Allergy - Allergy Society of South Africa
About Pet Allergies - American Coll of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
The Allergy Discussion List (@ tamu.edu) and the Allergy Basics Center [B Kinnaman] - (US)
http://www.mic.ki.se/Diseases/c20.html   (1977 words)

  
 AAAAI - American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology - www.aaaai.org
If you are one of the 40 million people affected by seasonal allergies, check out the 2006 Spring Allergy Guide to learn more.
The Joint Council of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (JCAAI) just received notice from CMS that Medicare has suggested physicians should hold their claims
AAAAI - American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology - www.aaaai.org
http://www.aaaai.org   (123 words)

  
 asthma food allergy info by Australia allergist
Original articles on allergy, allergy tests, asthma, hay fever (hayfever), sinus, food allergy and intolerance, anaphylaxis, hives, urticaria, dermatitis, eczema, migraines, irritable bowel, nasal polyps, immunotherapy, latex allergy, bites and stings, sinusitis, drug allergy, aspirin allergy,alcohol allergy, orofacial granulomatosis, allergic fungal sinusitis, erythema nodosum, auriculotemporal syndrome, bee, food...
Little known facts about allergies: Dogs with hayfever, people allergic to money or their husbands, underwater allergies, allergies to cold and water, in space no-one can hear you sneeze...
Dr Raymond Mullins is an Australian Allergy Immunology Specialist....
http://www.allergycapital.com.au   (256 words)

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