Allergies

An allergy is a reaction of your immune system to something that does not bother most people. Allergens are what cause allergies. Some of them include pollen, mold spores, pet dander and food. Allergies can cause a runny nose, sneezing, itching and asthma and in some cases will cause a severe reaction called anaphylaxis. There are many treatments available to treat and prevent allergies.

U.S. National Library of Medicine: MedLine Plus
The Lung Association


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