what is allergy
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2018 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T78.40 An allergy is a reaction by your immune system to something that does not bother most other people. People who have allergies often are sensitive to more than one thing. Substances that often cause reactions are.
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- Allergies. About one out of five Americans suffers from allergies. An allergy is an exaggerated response from the immune system to a substance such as dust, pollen, pet dander or mold. Other common triggers include foods such as peanuts and milk; insect bites; and certain ingredients in cosmetics and jewelry.
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What is anaphylaxis? An allergy is a response by the body's immune system to something (called an allergen) that is not necessarily harmful in itself. Certain people are sensitive to this allergen and have a reaction when exposed to it. During an allergic reaction, a complex series of events occurs within the body.ome people who have had a severe allergic reaction or anaphylactic reaction in the past carry an adrenaline (epinephrine) pen. This can be self-injected or injected by a bystander, in the event of anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is the name given to an extreme form of allergic reaction.
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- noun, Immunology. 1. any substance, often a protein, that induces an allergy: common allergens include pollen, grasses, dust, and some medications.
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Allergies Anaphylaxis (anna-fih-LACK-sis) is a serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and may cause death. Symptoms usually involve more than one organ system (part of the body), such as the skin or mouth, the lungs, the heart, and the gut. Some symptoms include:
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Immunologic Tolerance Anergy An absence of cell-mediated immune reaction in supposedly sensitized animals or individuals. Anergy is a term in immunobiology that describes a lack of reaction by the body's defense mechanisms to foreign substances, and consists of a direct induction of peripheral lymphocyte tolerance.
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- An allergy occurs when you react to things like pollen and cats that don’t affect most people. If you come into contact with something you are allergic to (called an allergen), you may have symptoms. This is called an allergic reaction.
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Allergy (Allergies) 1 Allergens are substances that are foreign to the body and that cause an allergic reaction. 2  IgE is the allergic antibody. 3  Although many individuals outgrow allergies over time, allergies can also develop at any age, including during adulthood.
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Overview Food allergy is an immune system reaction that occurs soon after eating a certain food. Even a tiny amount of the allergy-causing food can trigger signs and symptoms such as digestive problems, hives or swollen airways. In some people, a food allergy can cause severe symptoms or even a life-threatening reaction known as anaphylaxis.
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Environmental Allergies Environmental allergies, also known as seasonal allergies, hayfever or allergic rhinitis occur when your immune system overreacts to particles in the air that you breathe. Your body's defence system (immune system) attacks the particles in your body, causing symptoms such as sneezing and a runny nose.
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Allergy to Paint Allergies Explained. Allergens are foreign substances that provoke an immune response known as allergies in some, but not all people. Airborne pollen, dust, mold and animal dander are typical allergens. People also develop allergies to certain foods, drugs and chemicals.
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Lyme Disease â Holistic Protocol to Completely Rebuild the Immune System Urgent care may be required. An allergy is the immune system's response to a foreign substance (allergen) that is not typically harmful to a person's body. This attack response may involve inflammation, sneezing, and a host of other symptoms.
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Allergic rhinitis Allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever or pollinosis, is a condition which occurs when the immune system overreacts to allergens in the air. Signs and symptoms include a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, red, itchy, and watery eyes, and swelling around the eyes. The fluid from the nose is usually clear.
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Allergic rhinitis Allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever or pollinosis, is a condition which occurs when the immune system overreacts to allergens in the air. Signs and symptoms include a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, red, itchy, and watery eyes, and swelling around the eyes. The fluid from the nose is usually clear. Symptoms onset is often within minutes following exposure and they can affect sleep, the ability to work, and the ability to concentrate at school.
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2018 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T78.40 An allergy is a reaction by your immune system to something that does not bother most other people. People who have allergies often are sensitive to more than one thing. Normally, your immune system fights germs. It is your body's defense system. In most allergic reactions, however, it is responding to a false alarm.
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Allergies Allergies occur when your immune system reacts to a foreign substance — such as pollen, bee venom or pet dander — that doesn't cause a reaction in most people. Your immune system produces substances known as antibodies.
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Allergies and Allergic Reactions Allergies are disorders of the immune system. Most allergic reactions are a result of an immune system that responds to a false alarm..
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Immunologic Tolerance Anergy is a term in immunobiology that describes a lack of reaction by the body's defense mechanisms to foreign substances, and consists of a direct induction of peripheral lymphocyte tolerance.
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- An allergy occurs when you react to things like pollen and cats that don’t affect most people. If you come into contact with something you are allergic to (called an allergen), you may have symptoms. This is called an allergic reaction. Asthma is a lung disease that makes it hard to breathe at times.
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Allergies An allergy occurs when your body’s immune system sees a certain substance as harmful. It reacts by causing an allergic reaction. Substances that cause allergic reactions are allergens. There are many types of allergies. Some allergies are seasonal and others are year-round. Some allergies may be life-long. It is important to work with your health care provider to create a plan to manage your allergy.
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Milk allergy Not to be confused with Lactose intolerance. A milk allergy is a food allergy, an adverse immune reaction to one or more of the constituents of milk from any animal (most commonly alpha S1-casein, a protein in cow's milk). This milk-induced allergic reaction can involve anaphylaxis, a potentially life-threatening condition.
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- 1. An abnormally high sensitivity to certain substances, such as pollens, foods, or microorganisms. Common indications of allergy may include sneezing, itching, and skin rashes. 2. Informal An adverse sentiment; antipathy: an allergy to cocktail parties.
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What is Allergy? When a person who is allergic to a particular allergen comes into contact with it, an allergic reaction occurs. This begins when the allergen (for example, pollen) enters the body, triggering an antibody response. The antibodies attach themselves to special cells, called mast cells.
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Glossary Allergy: A condition in which the body has an exaggerated response to a substance (e.g. food or drug). Also known as hypersensitivity. Anaphylaxis: Listen [MP3] An immediate and severe allergic reaction to a substance (e.g. food or drugs).
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Allergen An allergen is a type of antigen that produces an abnormally vigorous immune response in which the immune system fights off a perceived threat that would otherwise be harmless to the body. Such reactions are called allergies.
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allergen allergen. 1. a substance, protein or nonprotein, capable of inducing allergy or specific hypersensitivity. 2. a purified protein of a food (such as milk, eggs, or wheat), bacterium, or pollen. adj., adj allergen´ic. Allergens are used to test a patient for hypersensitivity to specific substances (see skin test).. an extract of any substance known to cause allergy. Allergens are used to test a patient for hypersensitivity to specific substances (see skin test). They are also used to densensitize or hyposensitize allergic individuals. See immunotherapy. Almost any substance in the environment can be an allergen.