Allergies
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Asthma continues to be a growing concern for lung health. Timely diagnosis followed by treatment helps say doctors, adding the need to know facts about asthma
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According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, 10 to 20 per cent of the world’s population is allergic to cats and dogs. The feathers from parrots and other birds can also cause eye allergies. Watch to know the common signs and symptoms of pet allergy and what you can do about it.
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Exposure to chemicals present in artificial Holi colours can induce a range of allergy symptoms on the skin, throat and eyes
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Experts say washing a jellyfish sting with seawater or vinegar after removing tentacles can help manage painful, burning sensations
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Bee stings can produce a spectrum of clinical symptoms — ranging from the benign to, in some rare cases, severe allergic reactions
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An extensive guide to manage allergic rhinitis using ayurvedic principles, such as adjusting diet, promoting gut health, finding the right herb, and practising pranayama
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Itching is commonly associated with several skin-related allergies and conditions. But when it occurs without any physical signs on one’s skin, it could be indicative of an underlying condition, say doctors
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Exposure to certain scented products can be troublesome for those with an allergy
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Soft toys could be causing respiratory issues in children, says Dr Sowmya Nagarajan, pediatric pulmonologist and allergist, Kangaroo Care hospital, Bengaluru. Listen in to know more about how soft toys cause dust mite allergy and what you can do to keep children safe while they play with their favorite furry toy.
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Egg allergy is one of the most common food allergies among children. The allergic reactions to egg, also a hidden ingredient in many baked products, could range from mild symptoms like a rash to extreme symptoms like anaphylaxis. Watch the video to know the most common symptoms.
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Cats, dogs, rabbits and birds and other pets, to many, are a joy to behold and play with, but just as the protein in their saliva and urine could irritate the pet parent’s or handler’s eyes, caution eye specialists
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Although quite common among babies, nappy rashes can take a turn for the worse if ignored, say doctors
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What your tongue finds delectable may be seen as a threat by your immune cells, eliciting a spectrum of negative reactions
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Unlike other allergies, fish allergy can develop at any age. Also, it is not caused by eating fish alone
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Soy allergy presents with symptoms such as respiratory distress, diarrhoea and skin irritations. Most children outgrow the allergy, say experts
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In this rare condition, a severe allergic reaction is induced by a combination of eating the allergy-triggering food and engaging in physical activity afterwards
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Doctors say in the absence of a cure for dust mite allergy, they can only aim to reduce the symptoms and frequency of allergic reactions
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Some people are allergic to peanuts and other forms of nuts like pistachios and walnuts. Any immediate reaction after consumption of nuts must not be ignored, say doctors
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From oral immunotherapy to food challenges, doctors suggest various ways to diagnose a food colour allergy and eliminate unhealthy colouring agents from the diet
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From the commonly recommended skin prick test to the oral food challenge test, there are several ways to diagnose food allergies
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Eggs can cause severe allergic reactions in some people. We find out the reasons behind this and ask doctors about identifying ‘eggless’ products that may secretly contain eggs
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A non-contagious dermatological condition, eczema manifests in the form of itchy, red rashes and inflamed skin
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People with pollen allergies mostly develop symptoms when pollination takes place through the air

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