Monday, 15 August 2011

Causes Of Allergies

An allergy starts when the immune system mistakes a normally harmless substance for a dangerous invader. The immune system produces antibodies that are always looking for your particular allergen. When you are exposed to the allergen in the future, these antibodies will release a number of immune system chemicals such as histamine that cause allergy symptoms.

Common triggers of allergy are:

Airborne allergens like pollen, animal dander, dust mites and mold

Some foods, including peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, fish, shellfish, eggs and milk

Insect bites, stings like a bee or wasp stings

The drugs, particularly penicillin or penicillin-based antibiotics

Latex or other substances you touch, which may cause allergic skin reactions

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