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More and more people are developing allergies. In the U.S., for example, allergies affect more than 20% of the population, and are among the leading causes of chronic disease. Hay fever, poison ivy, and certain types of food, drugs and bugs can all wreak havoc on the allergy-inflicted. Whether you’re looking for a basic understanding of how these allergies affect the human body and how they can be passed down to children or you’re seeking more comprehensive knowledge on detection and treatment tips, our experts are here to help. You might also like to look at Made By You, Stomach Allergies, Food & Drink

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Questions Answered by our Experts

Harold Kaiser
Dr. Harold Kaiser-Practicing Allergist and Clinical Professor of Medicine, University of Minnesota Medical School
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Siamak Tabib
Dr. Siamak Tabib-Gastroenterologist, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
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Allergy Basics 
  1. Dr. Harold Kaiser
  2. What is an "allergen"? 
  3. What causes allergies? 
  4. What happens in my body when I have an allergic reaction? 
  5. Are allergies becoming more common? 
  6. What are the most common types of allergies? 
  7. What is "contact dermatitis"? 
  8. What are "skin allergies"? 
  9. If I have nasal congestion, do I have allergies? 
  10. Can allergies be life threatening? 
  11. What is "rhinitis"? 
  12. How is rhinitis treated? 
  13. What is "sinusitis"? 
  14. What is an "antibody"? 
  15. What is "immunoglobulin E" or "IgE"? 
Allergy Detection 
  1. Dr. Harold Kaiser
  2. What are the symptoms of allergies? 
  3. When should I see a doctor if I think I have allergies? 
  4. Are allergies genetic? 
  5. What are the tests to find out if I have allergies? 
  6. What is a "challenge test"? 
  7. What is a "scratch test" and an "intradermal test"? 
  8. What is a "skin prick test"? 
  9. What is a "radioallergosorbant test" or "RAST"? 
Allergy Prevention 
  1. Dr. Harold Kaiser
  2. How do I prevent getting allergies? 
  3. Are there allergy fighting foods? 
  4. Are there supplements I can take to avoid getting allergies? 
  5. What are the environmental risk factors for allergies? 
Allergy Treatment 
  1. Dr. Harold Kaiser
  2. How are allergies treated? 
  3. What kind of medications are used to treat allergies? 
  4. What are "antihistamines"? 
  5. What are the two classes of antihistamines? 
  6. What is a "decongestant"? 
  7. What is "immunotherapy"? 
  8. Is it safe to take beta-blockers if I am taking allergy medication? 
  9. What is a "corticosteroid"? 
  10. What is an "EpiPen"? 
  11. Does using an EpiPen hurt? 
  12. Are the alternative methods of treating allergies? 

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  • What are the symptoms of celiac disease?
  • What is the treatment for celiac disease?
  • How is lactose intolerance treated?
Allergy Patient Basics 
  1. Dr. Harold Kaiser
  2. What questions should I ask my doctor after getting an allergy diagnosis? 
  3. How soon will I start to feel better after taking allergy medication? 
  4. How often should I see my doctor after an allergy diagnosis? 
  5. Can I be cured of my allergies? 
  6. What do I do if I have an anaphylactic attack? 
  7. How do I choose the right doctor to treat my allergies? 
  8. When should I see an allergy specialist? 
  9. How effective are Hepa filters if I have allergies? 
  10. Will insurance cover my allergy care? 
  11. What resources are available to help me with my allergies? 
Allergy Childhood Allergies 
  1. Dr. Harold Kaiser
  2. Why did my child get eczema? 
  3. How is eczema treated for children? 
  4. How do I keep my child from scratching from allergies? 
Common Allergies 
  1. Dr. Harold Kaiser
  2. What is "eczema" or "atopic dermatitis"? 
  3. How is eczema treated? 
  4. What are "insect allergies"? 
  5. How are insect allergies treated? 
  6. What are "dust mites" and why am I allergic to them? 
  7. How do I know if I have a drug allergy? 
  8. What is "pink eye" or conjunctivitis"? 
  9. What should I do if I think I have pink eye? 
  10. Can I treat pink eye at home? 
  11. Can having pink eye permanently damage my eyes? 
  12. What is an "allergic ear infection"? 
  13. What are "food allergies"? 
  14. Why am I allergic to peanuts? 
  15. Why do poison oak, poison ivy and poison sumac give me an allergic reaction? 
  16. How are reactions from poison oak, poison ivy and poison sumac treated? 
  17. What are "hives"? 
  18. How are hives treated? 
  19. Why am I allergic to latex? 
Celiac Disease 
  1. Dr. Siamak Tabib
  2. What is "celiac disease"? 
  3. What are the symptoms of celiac disease? 
  4. How is celiac disease diagnosed? 
  5. What is the treatment for celiac disease? 
Lactose Intolerance 
  1. Dr. Siamak Tabib
  2. What is "lactose intolerance"? 
  3. What are the symptoms of lactose intolerance? 
  4. How is lactose intolerance treated? 
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