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What does it mean to be allergic to something? what is the body's physical response?

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See below: Allergy means that one has developed ige or allergy antibody to the allergen (pollen, food, drug). The response(s) that can occur include: sneezing, itchy nose, eyes, ears, throat or body; lip/tongue/throat swelling; asthma symptoms; hives; belly pain/nausea/vomiting; passing out and in severe cases death.

Answered 3/26/2013

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