Prevent Flu With These 3 Steps
Do you know what you can do to prevent flu? These 3 things will help you stop flu in its tracts and prevent a worsening of your asthma.
Category : Allergies & Asthma : Health & Medical
Allergic Reactions: What’s Normal, What’s Not
Would you recognize the signs of anaphylaxis? How can you protect your child from life-threatening allergies? Know the symptoms of severe allergic reactions and stay safe and prepared.
Do You Have Allergies? - 7 Important Things To Know About Getting Relief
If you suffer with allergies, it's important to know how to manage them since there is no cure. Here are 7 pieces of information that will help you minimize the effect allergies have in your life.
What Are the Causes of Asthma, Bronchitis & Arthritis?
Asthma is characterized by inflammation and constriction of your airways. Bronchitis occurs when the lining of your bronchial tubes (which take air to and from your lungs) is inflamed. Arthritis is typified by joint inflammation. All three are inflammatory conditions; however, each has different cau
Complications of Childhood Asthma
Childhood asthma it not something to be ignored. It is a serious, chronic disease that can be fatal. Childhood asthma can alter the quality of life for both the patient and the rest of the family, with children missing a good deal of school and the parents an equal amount of work.
Skin Tests for Allergies
Skin tests may be used to diagnose allergies to certain substances. In this test, the skin on the back or the arms is pricked with one or more small doses of substances (allergens) that might cause an allergy. The amount of swelling and redness at the sites of the skin pricks is measured to see ...
Home Remedies For Allergy Relief
During spring, most people tend to sneeze and cough, but they find it hard to tell whether it is a natural reaction or a common cold. The symptoms include a running nose, fever, scratching throat and sneezing apply to both. Anyone can develop a reaction and at any point of their lives. Fortunately,
Cat Care - Allergies to Cats
One of the worlds most popular pets are cats. And over fifty percent of households in America own either a cat or dog. Cats are one of the most popular animals,and part of caring for a cat includes possibly being allergic. Cat allergies are one of the most common types of allergies. Studies Show tha
Asthma - Its Effects - Triggers and Treatment
There are many millions of people around the world who suffer with asthma. It is a long-term condition which can lead to the muscles surrounding the walls of the airways to contract, and as a consequence, making them smaller whilst at the same time inflaming the lining of the airways. Both of these
Reactions to Allergy Medications
When someone experiences an allergic reaction to something, the body creates a substance called histamines. Allergy medicine is in effect a histamine blocker that is used for a variety of allergic reactions, from sneezing because of a cedar tree to hives because of anxiety.
Allergy Purifiers
Air purifiers come in many varieties and work to filter away light airborne allergens. Many purifiers are relatively inexpensive, but others, meant to cover a whole house or for use in medical facilities cost thousands of dollars. Not all air purifiers are effective on all allergens and detailed res
Study: Pills as Effective as Inhalers for Asthma
The drugs Singulair and Accolate proved to be just as effective as steroid inhalers for the prevention of asthma symptoms with better patient compliance in two new studies.
Rhinitis
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of rhinitis including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
Atlanta Tops List of Worst Allergy Cities
Atlanta has been named 2004's spring allergy capital.
Help I Am Allergic To Nuts!
What you need to know if you suffer from nut allergies
Allergies to Insect Stings-Frequently Asked Questions
Learning about allergies to insect stings: What are allergies to insect stings? What should I do if I'm having a reaction now? What other kinds of reactions can happen after an insect sting? Who is affected by allergies to insect stings? Which stinging insects can cause allergies? Being ...
Natural Asthma Treatment - Three Herbs For Asthma Sufferers
Did you know that there are many different herbs out there that are very effective in treating Asthma? There are quite a few different herbs out there that really are very good at breaking up the congestion and ease the discomfort that asthma sufferers experience.
Liver Detoxification: The Best Way Of Body Cleansing
What most people don't realize is that they really need to undergo body cleansing if they want to have a healthy body. They also don't know that detoxification or body cleansing can
Part 2: The Weather Asthma Connection
Part 2 in the series "The Weather Asthma Connection" discussing how lung health can deteriorate. Learn how the best vitamin C powder can help. In Part 1 of this series, we discussed the connection between the weather and lung related conditions. Now that you're aware of the risks, you
Allergies and Asthma
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of asthma during pregnancy including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.