They are not only our housemates, but also our friends and many people maintain a relatively close physical contact with their four-legged companion. This can lead to allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. According to estimates, more than ten percent of pet owners in Germany suffer from an animal hair allergy. Triggers are not the animal … Animal Hair Allergy Symptoms
In the diagnosis of allergic diseases, there is the special problem that the symptoms of the disease – such as rhinitis, asthma or eczema – are confronted with a vast number of allergenic substances. In order to find the right allergen for the patient from the at least 20,000 scientifically known allergens, complex diagnostic methods … Allergy Diagnostics and Allergy Test
In Germany, about a quarter of the population suffers from an allergy – about half of them from hay fever. Allergies have now become a real widespread disease and are increasingly affecting young people and children. More and more people are becoming sensitive to rather harmless substances, to normal things in everyday life and the … Allergy: the New Widespread Disease
There are many different manifestations of allergies. Depending on how the allergens enter the body, the following types of allergy are distinguished. Types of allergy Inhalant allergy (via inhalation, e.g., pollen, feces of dust mites, molds, chemical substances, e.g., in flooring, particulate matter, protein in animal hair or feathers; medications or essential oils used for … Allergy: What are the Types of Allergy?
Spring and summer entice with sunshine and warm temperatures – but for allergy sufferers this time is often a torment. Because when birch, alder, hazel and Co let their pollen fly, the hay fever season begins – then the nose runs and the eyes burn. Around 30 percent of Germans suffer from hay fever, but … Hyposensitization: Help with Allergies
Whether on the hands of an Indian bride or on the chest of an African – body paintings belong to many cultures for different reasons. And this has been the case for a very long time: the ancient Egyptians already adorned themselves with meaningful paintings 8000 years ago. Mostly body paintings have symbolic character and … Allergy to Tattoos
Back to nature – more and more people are following this trend and opting for plant-based ointments, creams and shampoos. They hope that these products are better tolerated than the conventional range. However, some consumers get itchy nodules after using natural cosmetics or herbal ointments. Most often, behind such an unpleasant skin reaction is a … Allergies to Fragrances and Medicinal Plants
A drug is supposed to cure or at least alleviate our complaints. But medicines can also cause adverse effects. Among the rare but potentially dangerous side effects are drug allergies. In most cases, this results in skin changes in the form of an itchy rash (drug exanthema). However, all other symptoms of an allergy can … Drug Allergy: When Drugs Make you Sick
According to estimates, at least five percent of Germans suffer from house dust allergy (dust mite allergy). The symptoms are similar to those of other allergies: they range from itching and sneezing fits to shortness of breath and asthma. But what to do if you have a house dust allergy? A few tips, such as … House Dust Allergy: What to Do?
Fleeting but often pronounced episodes of swelling, predominantly in the face, but also in the hands, feet, or respiratory tract: such symptoms are indicative of angioedema. This usually occurs in the context of an allergic reaction; much more rarely, it is caused by a congenital disorder. In this case, however, additional gastrointestinal complaints usually occur. … Hereditary Angioedema: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment
Clinical suspicion is confirmed by measuring C1 esterase inhibitor activity or C1 esterase inhibitor antigen in blood plasma. There is currently no cure for patients suffering from HAE attacks. Also, no therapy exists to date to completely prevent the attacks. Nevertheless, the symptoms can be relieved and the progression of the edema can be prevented. … Hereditary Angioedema: Diagnosis and Therapy
