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Long-Term Side Effects of Benadryl

Benadryl (diphenhydramine hydrochloride) is a brand name antihistamine drug with anticholinergic (drying) and sedative side effects manufactured by McNeil Healthcare, a division of Johnson &...

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Signs & Symptoms of Sinus Drainage

Sinuses are the empty cavity areas located above our eyebrows, beneath our eyes, and behind our noses. When those air-filled areas become inflamed due to a cold, bacteria, infection, or allergic...

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What Are the Symptoms of Ragweed and Mold Allergies?

Symptoms of mold and ragweed allergies are similar, though the culprit, or allergen, is different. With both allergies, sufferers tend to have upper respiratory symptoms triggered by exposure to either...

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Gelatin Allergy Symptoms

Gelatin is a nearly tasteless, colorless and translucent solid substance that comes form collagen inside animal bones and skin. A gelatin allergy can be devastating because gelatin is such a widely...

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How to Use Alkalol

Alkalol is a solution made from all natural ingredients: thymol, camphor, eucalyptol, menthol and oils found in spearmint, wintergreen, cinnamon and pine. Alkalol is a nasal irrigation product that...

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How to Treat a Penicillin Allergy

Penicillin is an antibiotic derived from the fungus penicillium used to treat numerous bacterial infections such as gonorrhea. Some people, though, are allergic to penicillin. An allergic response...

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Symptoms of Salmon Allergy

Salmon allergy is a condition that produces an allergic response when a person consumes finned fish, such as salmon. The proteins found in the fish can cause a person to develop severe symptoms, some...

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Carrot Allergy Symptoms

Carrots are packed with nutrition and often lauded by nutritionists due to the high concentration of essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants they contain. Unfortunately, some people are unable to...

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What Causes Nasal Congestion Allergies?

Nasal congestion, a hallmark of airborne allergies, can be a petty annoyance. But if the nasal passages become infected, symptoms are increasingly worse. Nasal congestion often indicates that something...

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Different Kinds of Allergies

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) estimates that allergies affect 40 million to 50 million Americans each year. The symptoms are often mild or moderate. They may resolve...

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The Symptoms of a Soy Allergy in Infants

Soy allergies are common, especially in infants. Most of the time, a soy allergy will show up by the time your infant is 3 months old. The good news is that most children outgrow it. The only way of...

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Causes of Angiodema

Angioedema is a type of swelling and very similar to hives. It commonly occurs near the eyes and lips. It is not dangerous and does not leaving any lasting scars, even without treatment.

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Signs & Symptoms of a Sinus Allergy

There are many different things that can aggravate the sensitive lining in your mouth and nose. Irritants can be found in almost every environment. Overexposure to these irritants can lead to the...

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Symptoms of a Metal Allergy

Allergies to metal are the result of a sensitivity to certain metals. The most common metals that cause allergy symptoms are chromate, nickel, and cobalt. The popularity of body piercings has caused...

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Symptoms of Animal Dander Allergy

If you fight year-round skin and respiratory symptoms, you may be allergic to your pet's dander. Dander allergies are caused by a hypersensitivity to the proteins found in an animal's skin flakes,...

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Gold Allergy Symptoms

Repeated or constant exposure to gold can cause an allergy to develop in some people. While some people are born with an allergy to gold, it is more common to have a gold allergy develop over time,...

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What Are the Treatments for Mucus in the Throat?

Mucus in the throat is uncomfortable and annoying. The constant throat-clearing, trouble breathing and frequent swallowing is a nuisance that is usually associated with allergies. Throat mucus can be...

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Signs & Symptoms of a Chocolate Allergy in Kids

If your child eats a chocolate bar and starts acting strangely, you may want to find out if a chocolate allergy could be the cause. Although your child may not be allergic to chocolate itself, he may...

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Remedy for Post-Nasal Drip

Post-nasal drip is a common side effect of chronic or allergic rhinitis. Post-nasal drip occurs when mucus secretes from the sinuses down the throat. Symptoms include tickle in the throat, sore throat,...

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Symptoms of a Garlic Allergy

An allergy to garlic is not common, and its symptoms are typically mild. The main problem that a garlic allergy presents is that garlic is a difficult thing to avoid unless you do 100 percent of your...

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How to Test for Cat Allergies

Millions of people suffer from cat allergies. However, most people who have cat allergies are allergic to mold, dust and other allergens as well and may not realize that they are allergic to cats....

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Allergy Symptoms in Adults

Allergies are caused by your body's reaction to an outside substance. It could be something in your environment, such as pollen or grass; it could also be something you ingest or come into contact...

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Side Effects of Nasonex Nasal Spray

For many people suffering from allergies or nasal polyps, Nasonex (or Mometasone, in its generic form) is a dream come true. However, not everyone responds to Nasonex the same way. While Nasonex may...

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Symptoms of a Penicillan Allergy

You can have an allergic reaction to a medication, even if you've taken it in the past, so it's always best to be prepared. A medication allergy occurs when your body overreacts to a medication, such...

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What Are Symptoms of Sulfite Allergies?

Sulfite allergies are mostly found in individuals with asthma, and especially those asthmatics who are steroid-dependent. Though sulfite allergies are not common in people without asthma, those who...

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Signs & Symptoms of an Apple Allergy

The apple is a major player in an allergic reaction known as Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS). Apple allergies are most often associated with "birch pollen," which accounts for up to 90 percent of the apple...

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Medicines That Treat Allergy Symptoms

Allergies are symptoms that result from your body's immune system response to a particular substance. Common items that cause a person to experience allergy symptoms are pollen, dust, mold, insect...

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Perennial Rhinitis Symptoms

Rhinitis is a standard term used for hay fever. With many people, this common allergic response to a given allergen is seasonal, finding its peak during spring, summer or fall. But for others, it's a...

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Symptoms of Oat Allergy

If you often feel ill after eating oat products, it may be more than just a bellyache. Oat allergies are rare, but the symptoms can be bothersome. Accurately identifying the symptoms of an oat allergy...

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Ragweed Allergy Remedy

Having a ragweed allergy means your body is reacting in a hypersensitive way when inhaling the pollen from ragweed. Although this allergy is seasonal, it can be very uncomfortable and debilitating....

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Tree Allergy Symptoms

Having allergies means that you have an autoimmune disease. This is characterized by your body reacting in a hypersensitive way to substances that most others would consider harmless. Tree pollen is a...

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Oral Allergy Syndrome Treatment

Oral allergy syndrome (OAS) occurs most often in people who regularly experience hay fever or asthma. Symptoms appear when an individual consumes a raw fruit, vegetable or nut that prompts the release...

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Signs and Symptoms of Rhinitis

Rhinitis is a type of illness that affects about 50 million people in the United States. It is an inflammation of the mucous membranes in the inner lining of the nose, but it can affect the eyes, nose...

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How Is Scabies Acquired?

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How to Take Allergy Medicine

Hundreds of prescription and over-the-counter medications are available to help relieve and reduce the symptoms of allergic reactions. Depending on the type and severity of your allergy, consulting...

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Pepper Allergy Symptoms

Pepper allergy symptoms are not widely known or experienced, but they do exist. Responding to the symptoms and seeking the help of a doctor is of utmost importance. Pepper allergy symptoms range from...

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Signs & Symptoms of a Strawberry Allergy

If you have an allergy, it means that your body reacts in a hypersensitive way to a certain substance. If you are allergic to strawberries, both touching and consuming this fruit can cause a variety of...

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How to Make Sinus Allergies Go Away

Sinus allergies are a problem for many people. Although they eventually go away on their own when the season ends, they still make suffers miserable. We often seek ways to make them go away so we do...

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Causes of Chronic Sinus Congestion

Sinus congestion is a painful condition that can last for weeks at a time. It may be a symptom of the common cold, flu or a sinus infection. Rest, fluids and sometimes medications may be needed to...

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Natural Cures for Sinus Cold Infection

A sinus infection is the inflammation of the sinuses and other nasal passages. Symptoms include a headache or pressure in the eyes, nose, or face. A sinus infection may also cause a fever, cough, bad...

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What Antibiotics Are Good for a Sinus Infection?

Antibiotics are used to treat illnesses that are caused by bacteria. There are several different kinds of antibiotics that can be used to treat a sinus infection. Your doctor can help you find the...

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Best Foods That Heal Sinus Infections

A sinus infection occurs when there is a build up of mucus that clogs the sinuses and other nasal passages. Symptoms include a headache or a feeling of pressure that can also be accompanied by a cough...

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Does Amoxicilin Cure Sinus Infections?

Amoxicillin is commonly prescribed to treat sinus infections under the names Amoxil, Dispermox, or Trimox. Amixicillin is a type of penicillin that works by interfering with the production of the cell...

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How to Get an EpiPen

EpiPen is the trademarked name for a device used to inject epinephrine quickly and efficiently in people suffering from anaphylactic shock, or a severe, fast-moving and potentially fatal allergic...

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Veal Allergy Symptoms

The eight most common food allergies are to tree nuts (i.e., walnuts, pecans, cashews), peanuts, dairy, eggs, fish, shellfish, wheat, and soy products. However, occasionally someone will exhibit an...

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Does Eczema Look Like Ringworm?

Knowing the difference in appearance between eczema and ringworm is very important. Although they may sometimes look similar, they do have very distinct visual appearances as well as different...

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Best Pets for Kids With Allergies

Having a pet is a great idea for families with children. Pets not only bring a lot of joy but also a lot of lessons, such as responsibility, unconditional love and even death. If your child is an...

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How to Use Beconase

Beconase is a corticosteroid prescription nasal inhaler available in Canada and used for the treatment of seasonal and perennial allergies, particularly hay fever. A doctor may prescribe Beconase to...

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How to Administer an EpiPen

An EpiPen is an epinephrine injection used to treat severe, life threatening allergic reactions caused by a variety of things such as insect bites, food, medication, and latex. Symptoms of an allergic...

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What Can I Take for Allergies While Pregnant?

Suffering from allergies while pregnant can be frustrating as it can be difficult to know what is safe and what is not. Many doctors recommend completely abstaining from allergy medications during the...

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