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Allergies develop when your body's immune system reacts to a harmless substance such as pollen, moulds, animal dander, latex, certain foods, and insect stings. Allergens are substances that cause these reactions. The way your body reacts to the allergen is referred to as an "allergic reaction." An allergic reaction is the result of a series of events.
Antibodies are substances produced by your immune system. When you have allergies, your immune system produces antibodies that label a specific allergen as dangerous even though it is not. When you come into contact with an allergen, your immune system's reaction may cause inflammation of your skin, sinuses, airways, or digestive system.
Allergies vary in severity from person to person and can range from minor irritation to anaphylaxis — a potentially fatal emergency. While most allergies cannot be cured, allergy treatment in Hebbal, Bangalore can help alleviate your allergy symptoms.
Causes
An allergy develops when your immune system misidentifies a normally harmless substance as a potentially dangerous invader. The immune system then produces antibodies constantly on the lookout for that specific allergen. When you are exposed to the allergen again, these antibodies can cause several immune system chemicals, such as histamine, to be released, resulting in allergy symptoms.
Typical allergy triggers include,
Pollen, animal dander, dust mites, and mould are airborne allergens.
Certain foods, particularly peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, fish, shellfish, eggs, and milk, are prohibited.
Stings from insects, such as bees or wasps
Penicillin or penicillin-based antibiotics, in particular
Latex or other substances you come into contact with that can cause allergic skin reactions
Treatments for allergies include,
Avoiding allergens: An allergy specialist will assist you in identifying and avoiding allergy triggers. It is the most effective method of preventing allergic reactions and reducing symptoms.
Medications: Depending on the severity of your allergy, medications can help reduce your body's reaction to the allergen and ease your symptoms. Depending on your condition, your physician may prescribe non-prescription or prescription medicines like pills, liquids, nasal sprays, or eye drops.
Immunotherapy program: In the case of severe allergies or allergies that any other treatment has not completely alleviated, your provider may suggest allergen immunotherapy.
Another form of immunotherapy is a tablet placed under the tongue until it dissolves. Some allergies to pollen can be treated with sublingual medications. In this procedure, purified allergen extracts are injected over a period of several years.
Epinephrine should be administered for severe reactions: You may need to carry an injection of epinephrine if you have a severe allergy. If you suffer from an acute allergic reaction, an epinephrine shot can help alleviate the symptoms until you can seek emergency medical attention. Book an appointment at Manipal Hospitals now.
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