Allergy information

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A very common indoor environmental allergen is the dust mite — or, to be more precise, its faeces. Pollen, particularly from grass, and weeds, is another common allergen, as is animal dander (skin from animals). There are many causes and symptoms of allergy, so if you think you have an allergy, ask your doctor for advice.Metals such as nickel in watch bands or belt buckles, and latex in rubber products are relatively common contact allergens. a bright, fun range of kids food allergy and medical awareness products designed in modern colours and with cute characters that your child will love to wear!

For example, hay fever (also known as allergic rhinitis) affects the eyes and nose, causing sneezing, a runny nose, watery, itchy eyes, irritated and itchy throat and, sometimes, a stuffy, blocked nose. That means it does not cause the allergy, but makes an existing allergy worse. Allergic contact dermatitis (a condition which is caused by skin coming into contact with an allergen, such as nickel) is characterised by red skin that itches where it has made contact with the allergen.Some moulds and insect bites and stings can also cause allergies Allergies to some foods, bites or stings can cause urticaria (itchy blisters and weals — raised red, itchy patches on the skin).

However, true food allergies are not common and most reactions to food are more likely to be food intolerance rather than an allergic reaction that involves the body's immune system. . Cigarette smoke is often considered a cause but it is actually an irritant rather than an allergen. More allergy information can be found here.