Allergic Diseases
Allergic diseases occur when the immune system mistakenly identifies harmless substances, like pollen or certain foods, as threats. This overreaction triggers an immune response, leading to symptoms like sneezing, itching, or difficulty breathing. Common allergic diseases include asthma, hay fever, and food allergies. The immune system releases chemicals, such as histamines, to fight off these perceived threats, but this response can cause inflammation and discomfort instead of protection. Understanding these reactions helps in managing and treating allergies effectively, often through avoidance strategies or medications to reduce the immune system's response.
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Allergic diseases occur when the immune system overreacts to substances called allergens, which are typically harmless. Common allergens include pollen, dust mites, pet dander, certain foods, and insect stings. When exposed, the immune system mistakenly identifies these allergens as dangerous, triggering symptoms like sneezing, itching, hives, or even more severe reactions like anaphylaxis. Allergic diseases include conditions such as allergic rhinitis (hay fever), asthma, eczema, and food allergies. Management often involves avoiding allergens, taking medications, or undergoing immunotherapy to reduce sensitivity to specific triggers.
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Allergic diseases occur when the immune system overreacts to normally harmless substances, known as allergens, like pollen, dust mites, or certain foods. This reaction can lead to various symptoms, such as sneezing, itching, rashes, or difficulty breathing. Common allergic conditions include hay fever, asthma, and allergic dermatitis. The body mistakenly identifies these allergens as threats, triggering an inflammatory response. While genetics and environmental factors influence susceptibility, managing allergies often involves avoiding triggers and using medications like antihistamines or inhalers to relieve symptoms. Understanding your triggers is key to effective management.