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General Allergies Information
An allergy is a response by the body’s immune system to a substance that is not usually considered harmful. When a person has an allergic response, the immune system identifies the substance (allergen) as an invader and the white blood cells begin to attack it. Since the white blood cells cause more damage to the body instead of helping it, the allergic response becomes a disease in itself. Almost any substance can act as an allergen. Allergies can affect one’s quality of life and can adversely affect productivity on the job or at school.

Possible Causes of Allergies
It is not known why certain people have allergies to specific substances and others do not, but some allergies have a genetic link. Allergies tend to strike between the ages of fifteen and twenty-five, but they can appear at any age. Food allergies are common, as are allergies to environmental agents, such as mold, pollen and dust. Other allergens include food additives, chemicals, certain metals, animal hair, insect bites and stings, and some drugs (such as aspirin and penicillin).

Possible Symptoms and Complications of Allergies
Symptoms of allergies include nasal congestion, coughing, wheezing, itching, shortness of breath, hives, rashes, itchy eyes, headache and fatigue. There are various allergic responses (such as asthma, hay fever, rashes and acne). Stress and anger can aggravate allergies, especially in those with weakened immune systems. For some people, the symptoms associated with an allergy is just a minor irritation, but for others, allergic reactions can be life threatening.

Complications of allergies include: