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==Types of Allergies== | ==Types of Allergies== | ||
*[[Food Allergies]]: Food allergies occur when the immune system reacts to a specific food protein, such as peanuts, milk, or wheat. | *[[Food Allergies]]: Food allergies occur when the immune system reacts to a specific food protein, such as peanuts, milk, or wheat. | ||
[[Environmental Allergies]]: Environmental allergies are triggered by substances such as pollen, mold, or animal dander. | *[[Environmental Allergies]]: Environmental allergies are triggered by substances such as pollen, mold, or animal dander. | ||
[[Insect Sting Allergies]]: Some people develop an allergic reaction to insect stings, such as bee or wasp stings. | *[[Insect Sting Allergies]]: Some people develop an allergic reaction to insect stings, such as bee or wasp stings. | ||
[[Drug Allergies]]: Certain medications can trigger an allergic reaction in some people, leading to symptoms such as rash, hives, or swelling. | *[[Drug Allergies]]: Certain medications can trigger an allergic reaction in some people, leading to symptoms such as rash, hives, or swelling. | ||
[[Contact Allergies]]: Contact allergies occur when the skin comes into contact with an allergen, such as latex or nickel. | *[[Contact Allergies]]: Contact allergies occur when the skin comes into contact with an allergen, such as latex or nickel. | ||
==Treatment Options for Allergies== | ==Treatment Options for Allergies== | ||
There are several treatment options available for people with allergies, depending on the severity of their symptoms. Some of the most common treatment options include: | There are several treatment options available for people with allergies, depending on the severity of their symptoms. Some of the most common treatment options include: | ||
Antihistamines | *[[Antihistamines]]: Antihistamines are medications that block the effects of histamine, which can help to reduce the symptoms of an allergic reaction. | ||
Immunotherapy | *[[Immunotherapy]]: Immunotherapy involves exposing an individual to small amounts of an allergen over time, in order to desensitize their immune system and reduce the severity of their allergic reactions. | ||
Avoidance | *[[Avoidance]]: In some cases, avoiding the allergen altogether may be the best course of action. | ||
Epinephrine | *[[Epinephrine]]: In severe cases of allergic reactions, an injection of epinephrine may be necessary to prevent anaphylaxis, a life-threatening reaction that can occur when the airways become constricted and blood pressure drops. | ||
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