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What is The Link Between Allergies and Ear Infections
Ear infections are common and can affect people of all ages, but are especially common in children. Understanding how allergies impact ear infections can help prevent ear infections and provide effective treatment. Causes for Ear…
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Can Sleeping With a Fan Trigger Allergies?
Many people sleep with a fan on to keep their rooms nice and cool or because they enjoy the white noise. While a fan can help you sleep, it may stir up allergens in your…
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Surprising Triggers That Can Make Your Allergy Symptoms Worse
More than 100 million people in the U.S. experience allergies each year. Allergies occur when your immune system overreacts to a benign foreign substance (allergen) it thinks is dangerous by releasing histamine. The release of…
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Unexpected Places You Might Find Allergens
More than 50 million people in the U.S. have an allergic reaction each year. Allergic reactions occur when your immune system makes antibodies and releases histamine to attack a foreign substance (allergen) it believes is…
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How To Tell if You Have Allergies or a Sinus Infection?
Allergies and sinus infections share a lot of symptoms, such as congestion, headaches, coughing and more. Knowing the difference between the two can help inform your treatment approach. Let’s examine allergies and sinus infections a…
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When Should You Seek Treatment for Sinus Infections?
Sinus infections occur when fluid builds up in the sinuses, allowing germs to grow. While most sinus infections are viral, bacteria can also be a possible cause. Continue to learn more about symptoms, causes and…
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Is There a Link Between Allergies & Nosebleeds?
The usual symptoms of allergies include itchy eyes, congestion, runny nose, sneezing, scratchy throat and rash or hives. But can allergies lead to nosebleeds? The research suggests that there is a link between these two…
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Is There a Connection Between Allergies & Arthritis?
When two or more health conditions occur together, they are said to be comorbidities. One set of comorbidities that may surprise you is allergies and arthritis, specifically rheumatoid arthritis (RA). We review more about the…
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The Importance of Indoor Air Quality When You Have Allergies
It’s hard to believe that we’re just a few days away from the official start of spring. While that means longer days and warmer weather for people with seasonal allergies, it also means more pollen…
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Flying with Food Allergies? What You Should Know Before Your Next Trip
According to a study on food allergies, approximately 10.8% of adults are known to be allergic to at least one food. Food allergies can occur at any age, and for some people, they are life-threatening.…
