myth about allergies

Myth about Allergies

An allergy is a hypersensitivity disorder of the immune system. Symptoms include red eyes etc.
11. Everybody has allergies
Only one in five Americans has allergic rhinitis, which in spring is also known as rose fever and in fall is called hay fever. While there has been a rise in the incidence of seasonal and food allergies in the United States over the last 20 to 30 years, people who don t have any allergies don t really worry about getting them, he said. And they often have no clue how miserable people with seasonal allergies feel.
12. Move to a different geographic area could ease seasonal allergies
Moving is of little benefit to the seasonal allergy sufferer because pollens are actually shared over large areas. Ragweed in New England is the same as ragweed in Texas, and people who are allergic to grass pollen may just be miserable everywhere, because this type of pollen is incredibly cross reactive,
13. You only need to take allergy medication when you start feeling terrible
Allergies are an inflammatory response, and their effects can last for weeks.It makes more sense to use allergy medications on a consistent basis to maintain control over moderate to severe allergies. People should know their allergic triggers and their seasons, and then use medications regularly when those pollens are in the air.
14. Allergies cause ADHD (Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
There are also unsupported claims linking allergies and food allergies in particular and with ADHD. People will go to the lengths of having special and expensive lab tests done to determine a childs Immunoglobulin G (IgG) levels in relation to certain foods or food additives. Anecdotal reports of reactions to foods such as
15. No allergies as a kid means no allergies ever
Most allergies are developed before age 30, but some crop up even after. Some clues that your sniffles arent cold related include itchy eyes, nose and throat, clear nasal discharge, and symptoms lasting longer than two weeks.You may have been able to roll in a bed of pollen and cat dander as a kid (ah, memories!) without so much as an itchy nose and but that doesnt mean youre in the clear during adulthood.
16. Carpet is a cause of the asthma and allergy increase
A study, based on historical figures for ten years, was reported by scientists at the Swedish Institute of Fibre and Polymer Research. They found that while the use of carpet in Sweden had steadily decreased since 1975, the occurrences of allergic reactions in the general population had increased.Comparison data from Sweden supports that there is no link between carpet usage and the incidence of asthma or allergies. CRI is not aware of any published scientific research demonstrating a link between carpet and asthma or allergies.
17. Children will outgrow allergies
Children are ten times more likely than adults to have food allergies. Some researchers believe that as a person s gastrointestinal system develops, it gets better at blocking the absorption of components that trigger food allergies. Over time, children typically outgrow allergies to cow s milk, eggs, wheat, and soybean products. However, allergies to peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish can be lifelong. And some children will outgrow one allergy only to develop another.
18. Excessive cleanliness reduces allergies
Dust, dirt, and pollen are known allergens, small amounts of germs can actually help to reduce allergies by helping to build up ones immune system. Still this doesnt mean that you should abandon the mop and vacuum altogether, but just like the old saying goes, it is important to keep in mind that,
19. Flowers are a common trigger for seasonal allergies
Flowers have gotten a bad rep for being synonymous with allergies. However, they really shouldnt be, since very rarely are they the things giving you your symptoms. You see, flower pollen is meant to be spread around by bees, so it is heavier and doesnt become airborne. The pollen you are allergic to is in the air, and they come from trees and grass.
20. I should take my allergy medication as soon as I notice the symptoms
You start to experience allergy symptoms to take your allergy medication actually not as beneficial as one might think.Having the medication already floating around in your system will help minimize your symptoms and ultimately prevent an allergic reaction. Because it is hard to predict the onset of symptoms, you may want to take your medication whenever you know that you will be coming into contact with your known allergy triggers. Think of your medication as a vaccine. Your doctor administers vaccines to prevent you from contracting certain illnesses. Treat your medication as a prevention tool rather than a first aid resource.