Allergies Symptoms and Types

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People have all kinds of allergies. However, their severity depends on multiple factors, such as the area of residence, exposure to certain substances, and even genetic resistance (or lack thereof) to allergens.

According to AAFA, hay fever affected approximately 24 million people in the US alone in 2018. However, with advancements in medical technology, you can now simply reach out to a virtual doctor and get your symptoms and treatments consulted. Let's take a look at different types of allergies.

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Allergy Types

Now that we know what allergies are, let's take a look at different allergy types. There are a few common types of allergies, but their severity and complexity are highly subjective. Some people may experience episodes of allergy attacks, while others may only show mild symptoms. Listed below are a few allergy categories:

Respiratory allergies: These include common seasonal allergies as well as hay fever, pollen allergies, dust allergies, mold allergies, pet allergies, et cetera.
Food allergies: Lactose intolerance, dairy allergy, nut allergies, seafood allergies, and so on.
Skin allergies: Allergies to plants or flowers such as Poison Ivy, Oak, Sumac, Contact Dermatitis, cosmetic allergies, and insect sting allergies.
Other allergies: Eye allergies, allergic conjunctivitis, Aspirin allergies, penicillin allergies, and drug allergies.

Allergy Symptoms

Let's discuss the common symptoms found in each allergy category mentioned above.

1. Respiratory allergies

Respiratory allergies are triggered by tiny particles in the environment that enter the body through the respiratory tract. Common allergens include pollen grains during the spring season, pet dander, sand or dust in the environment during a windy season, and so much more.

Common respiratory allergy symptoms include nasal congestion, wheezing, choking up due to breathing difficulties, irritation of the airway passages, uncontrollable coughing, and even sneezing continuously.

2. Food allergies

A food allergy is the body's reaction to any ingested item that is presumed to be harmful by the immune system. Allergy-causing foods are called allergens and may show severe symptoms in the body. Common allergens are milk, eggs, peanuts, soy, wheat, some fruits, shellfish or crustaceans in general, fish, and tree nut.

Allergy symptoms include swelling of the lips, throat, or tongue, trouble breathing, vomiting or diarrhea, and skin rashes. Symptoms vary from mild to severe in certain cases.

3. Skin allergies

Skin allergies look more like outbreaks on visible areas of the largest organ in your body. It can be triggered because of several reasons such as a food allergy, exposure to chemicals, continuous contact with sunlight, and so on. The perpetrators are countless.

Common manifestations of a skin allergy are itching, red bumps on the skin, and bumps, which lead to many serious issues such as eczema, hives, boils, et cetera.

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4. Other allergies

There are a ton of other allergies, such as pink eye, allergies to drugs, and even those triggered by allergens and substances in your surroundings that may trigger sinusitis. However, you can speak to an online doctor as you encounter such a situation for a quick solution.

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