What are the other types of Allergic Reactions?
Wednesday, May 21st, 2008Allergy is an exaggerated reaction of the immune system to antigens. Bee stings, insect stings, some food, or pollens are examples of an antigen. Each antigen triggers specific allergy attack and is manifested distinctly by each person. It is of frequent occurrence nowadays.
Allergies are generally mild with mild symptoms that go within a few days of getting rid of the trigger of the allergen. Occasionally, there are cases of people suffering from anaphylaxis which is a life threatening condition where there is difficulty in breathing and loss in consciousness.
Hay fever is a seasonal allergic rhinitis, a type of allergic reaction. This type of allergy is triggered by pollen and other minute particles that are present at specific seasons. On occasion, this allergic rhinitis is seen all throughout the year.
Insect stings is another type of allergic reaction, which is very common. The allergic reaction of the insect sting varies from person to person. Some people are not aware of their allergy to insect stings only they found out if they are stung by the insect. First sting produces only a normal sting reaction only the second sting triggers an allergy reaction.
Allergy to latex is also type of allergic reactions , it is a natural product form the light milky fluid extracted by the rubber tree. A person is allergic to the latex from the latex mixture. Such as making for rubber gloves, balloons, and condoms.
Next are the two types of contact dermatitis, the irritant and the allergic contact dermatitis. Mold allergy is a form of irritant contact dermatitis which knows no season since mold and fungi grow anytime and anywhere. Despite the fact that various outdoor mold tend to increase in number from spring to late fall. An example of an allergic contact dermatitis is cosmetic allergy wherein you will have skin irritation because of its components such as the fragrances and the preservatives.
Sometimes there are person who are allergic to pets and that is not the pet’s feather or fur that triggers a reaction. That is an invisible flakes of animal skin called dander that give you sneezing, watery eyes and airless nose. Also some experiencing in food allergies, food like peanuts and jalapenos trigger an allergic reaction.
Food allergies are due to sensitivity of some to the ingredients of the food taken. Manifestations include hives, throat and tongue swelling, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, and hypotension.