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Can Allergic Reaction From Calcium Cause A Rash
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Could a allergic reaction from cat fur be the cause of my hives?
Perhaps: Contact urticaria is known to occur but hives from dander in the air is less likely. Finding the cause for this very annoying condition is often very frustrating. Testing guided by a good history and evaluation can help. ...Read more
Allergies (Definition)
Allergies occur when your immune system is triggered by envirionmental factors it should ignore--for example, pollen in the air, or dander on a cat or dog--and creates cells to fight against them. An allergic reaction typically causes itching, congestion, or drainage, and ...Read more
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How to tell a heat rash from an allergic reaction rash?
More localized: Allergic rash often hive or welt like may be more diffus, heat rash in warmest areas, groin , axilla, flexor creases. ...Read more
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Can a case of severe allergic skin reaction be related to water intoxication?
Probably not: Allergic reaction r usually mediated by an antibody called ige in the body. Ige has to bind usually large molecules, such as proteins to cause an allergic reaction. Water molecule is very small. It will not be recognized by human ige. So no one will be truly "allergic" to water. In the rare cases of aquatic urticaria, contact of skin to water can trigger hives, but not a true allergic process. ...Read more
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How long can a rash or another allergic reaction from food usually last?
Depends on the food: Allergic reactions are present as long as the allergen that triggers it is also present. For food, it depends on how much was eaten and if it is eliminated from the body. ...Read more
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How can I preventmy hives from an allegic reaction from itching?
Antihistamines: Trials of antihistamines, usually starting with the non-sedating and low-sedating ones such as Allegra (fexofenadine) and zyrtec. There is a whole list of drugs that we work through. ...Read more
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Could an allergic reaction cause a rash all over my body?
Absolutely.: Certain rashes are definitely not related to allergies; diagnosis starts with the appearance. This is where a knowledgeable, experienced diagnostician is key. Many viruses do, too, and some are quite itchy. So do medications, too, and continuing to take the drug may be risky. Better get checked out. ...Read more
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Can a severe allergic skin reaction including: dermatitis, hives, eodema, erythmaderma cause new sensitivities to other chemicals to begin?
Skin reaction: Once your skin has been damaged because of severe allergic reaction it becomes more sensitive to various insults. ...Read more
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I'm a hairdresser. Can the odor from hair dye cause an allergic reaction or the throat to swell/close?
Yes, tho...: ..it techically isn't an allergy. Could be hypersensitivity to the odor of the aerosol which can actually trigger tightness in upper airways such as laryngospasm or paradoxical vocal cord movement. Sensation usually triggers coughs but highly distressing airway spasm may develop. Sipping water and exiting area help. Can't rule out asthma so I'd see an airway specialist: allergist/ent/or pulmonary. ...Read more
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Good morning can herpes cause lips to swell resembling an allergic reaction?
Yes: and they can be very uncomfortable. See dentist or PCP asap for Rx for antiviral meds. This should shorten the duration and lessen the severity. Best to start meds when the first symptoms appear. ...Read more
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What would cause an allergic reaction on the lips? Can pollen seasonal allergies cause this?
Allergy: Allergic reactions in the lips can be caused by pollen, but it can also be caused by foods, lip balm or other exposures you may be allergic to. If you are having frequent symptoms, then allergy testing should be considered. ...Read more
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Can the reaction be related to her psoriasis or just allergic?
Need specifics: What reaction do you mean? You need to provide details if you want an answer. ...Read more
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What probiotic can cause a histamine reaction?
See below: probiotics can be histamine producing: Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus Bulgaricus, and Lactobacillus reuter ...Read more
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Can blossoms on a kumquat cause an allergic reaction?
Yes: Any thing is possible.
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I suspect a food allergy, is it possible that a food allergy can cause rapidly aging skin. Can a food allergy create inflammation like this?
Unlikely: Skin reactions from food allergy are worsening of eczema (atopic dermatitis), hives, and swelling. They should not contribute to signs of aging. ...Read more
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A severe allergic reaction to insect bite has to include breathing problems?
Depends: This can occur and if it does, it is a severe reaction - anaphylaxis and will need immediate care. If you had an Epipen (epinephrine) from previously diagnosed severe allergy, use it then call 911. ...Read more
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Can ibuprofen cause a rash or hives?
Absolutely: After GI irritation, this is the most common side effect of ibuprofen. ...Read more
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What are the most common eczema triggers? Could a severe reaction to poison ivy trigger an eczema flare after/in addition to the allergic rash?
Eczema Triggers: Eczema Triggers include Chemicals, Hot water, Overbathing, detergents, soaps, shampoos, perfumes, scented body care products, stress, pet dander, molds, dust mites, cockroaches, to name a few. Yes, a severe reaction to poison ivy could definitely trigger an eczema flare! Hope this helps! ...Read more
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Could a milk allergy cause bruising?
Unlikely: Milk allergy can lead to many skin symptoms including itching, hives, angioedema (swelling) and worsening eczema. The only time i've seen bruising is when a patient has been scratching so hard at the hives, that the trauma from scratching has left bruises. The milk allergy itself should not lead to bruising. ...Read more
Allergic Reaction (Definition)
A sensitivity to substances called allergens that come into contact with the skin, nose, eyes, respiratory tract, or gastrointestinal tract. They can be breathed into the ...Read more
Rash (Definition)
A skin rash is a symptom in which a person has changes on part or all of his skin, such as color changes, bumps, blisters, oozing, peeling, ...Read more
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