Skin Allergies You Should Know (Part 1)
The symptoms and signs of allergies are common to many other medical conditions. It is important to see your doctor for professional diagnosis and treatment.
There are many different allergens, but they all share one thing in common, protein. Some allergens don’t contain protein, to begin with, but bind with protein once inside the body to provoke an allergic reaction.
Skin allergies you should know (Part 1)
Common allergens include:
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- Plants. Pollen from grasses and plants.
- Molds. Such as mushroom and mold spores.
- Insects. Such as dust mites and the venom from bees, ticks, ants, and wasps.
- Animal dander. Such as the fur and skin flakes from domestic pets such as cats and dogs.
- Chemicals. Including industrial and household chemicals and chemical products such as latex rubber.
- Food. Such as crustaceans, eggs, fish, milk, peanuts, tree nuts (for example, almonds, cashews, pecans, and walnuts), sesame, and soy products.
- Medicines. Including prescription medications (such as penicillin), over-the-counter medicines (such as aspirin), and herbal preparations.
Natural Remedies
A lot of natural remedies and supplements are selected as a treatment and even a way to prevent allergies. Discuss these with your specialist before trying them. Some natural treatments may actually be composed of other allergens and make your symptoms worse.
That is to say, some dried teas use plants and flowers that are commonly related to plants that might be causing you serious sneezing. The same is true for some essential oils, people use these oils to relieve common symptoms of allergies, but essential oils still contain ingredients that can cause allergies.
