ALLERGY SYMPTOMS

The first symptoms that occur in the digestive tract. They include swelling of the mouth andtongue, stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea and vomiting.

• These symptoms usually occur minutes after ingestion. They are caused by the immune system produces antibodies to the food allergen is introduced into the body to attack.
• The second type of symptoms occur in the airways. The antibodies produced to theallergens are now spread throughout the body via the bloodstream. Respiratory symptoms include sneezing, coughing, runny nose, wheezing and itchy watery eyes.
• These are the body's response to allergens in an effort to dispel.
• Third, you may experience symptoms on the skin. These include hives, eczema, redness and swelling. The antibody responsible for this is called histamine. The itching occurs as a result of histamine to try to expel the allergens.
• Finally, the symptoms spread to the entire body resulting in anaphlaxia. This disorder is characterized by the body to go into shock with blood pressure drops and the victim with breathing difficulties.
• Unconsciousness follows and if not attended immediately, death can occur.
• If you are allergic to a food, it is important to avoid eating it. Even if the allergic reactionsare mild, you never know how your body will react the next time you eat dinner.
• In addition, avoid eating a type of food for long periods. This was found to be one of thecauses of food allergies. Instead, practice rotation diet.
• Finally, always be prepared for cases of allergic reactions. If you notice symptoms after eating, seek immediate medical attention.

Related posts:

• Causes of food allergies
• Common foods that cause allergies
• Treating Food Allergies

• An allergic reaction is the body way of responding to an "intruder". When the body sensesa foreign substance, called an antigen, the immune system is activated. The immune system normally protects the body against harmful substances such as bacteria andtoxins. Its overreaction to a harmless substance (an allergen) is called a hypersensitivity reaction, or an allergic reaction.

Allergy symptoms can be categorized as mild, moderate or severe:

• Mild allergy symptoms

• Mild allergy symptoms can include:

Results:

• Itchy
•  watery eyes
• congestion

Mild allergic reactions do not spread to other parts of the body.

Moderate allergy symptoms:
Moderate allergic reactions can include symptoms that spread to other parts of the body, including:

• Itching
• Difficulty breathing

Severe allergic symptoms (anaphylaxis):

• Anaphylaxis is a rare, life-threatening emergency in which the body reacts to the allergenis sudden and affects the entire body. Allergy Symptoms may begin with sudden itching of the eyes or face and within minutes progress to more severe symptoms, such as:

Varying degrees of swellings that can make breathing and swallowing difficult

• Stomach ache
• Convulsions
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Mental confusion or dizziness.

Milk Allergy:

Many unsuspecting products contain milk or milk products. Check out our list.

Egg allergy:

If you have an egg allergy, check the food list for potential problems.

Nut allergy:

A nut allergy can be very serious, even deadly, fast. This food list will help you identifypotential problems.

Fish Allergy:

Some foods contain unexpected fish. If you have a fish allergy, these tips will help protect you.

Shellfish Allergy:

For most people with a shellfish allergy, all shellfish be avoided. Look at this list to learn which foods to avoid.

Soy allergy:

This allergy is most common in infants. At age two, most children outgrow. Read moreabout symptoms and how to avoid soy products.

Sun Allergy:

More information about sensitivity - an allergic reaction to sunlight.

Sulfite allergy

Wheat allergy:

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FOOD ALLERGY

• Anything can be an allergen. Dust, pollen, plants, medications, (such as ibuprofen, sulfa drugs such as sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim [Bactrim], codeine, Amoxicillin [Amoxil,Amoxil Pediatric Drops, Moxatag, Trimox]), foods (common food allergies are shrimp andother shellfish, peanuts) , insect bites (such as mosquitoes or bees), animal dander,viruses or bacteria are examples of allergens.
• Reactions can occur in one place, like a small local skin rashes, itchy eyes, face or bumpsall over, like a whole body rash, or such as hives (urticaria).
• A response may consist of one or more symptoms.
• Most allergic reactions are minor, such as a rash from poison ivy, mosquito or other bug bites, or sneezing of hay fever. The type of reaction depends on the person's immunesystem response, which are sometimes unpredictable.