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Bookmark or Share- Drug allergy - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicAnaphylaxis is a rare, life-threatening drug allergy reaction that causes widespread changes in the way body systems function. Symptoms of anaphylaxis include: Tightening of the airways and throat, causing trouble breathing. Nausea or belly cramps. Vomiting or diarrhea. Dizziness or lightheadedness.
- Hay fever - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicHay fever, also called allergic rhinitis, causes cold-like symptoms. These may include a runny nose, itchy eyes, congestion, sneezing and sinus pressure. But unlike a cold, hay fever isn't caused by a virus. Hay fever is caused by an allergic response to a harmless outdoor or indoor substance the body identifies as harmful (allergen).
- Allergy medications: Know your options - Mayo ClinicAllergy medicines are available as pills, liquids, inhalers, nasal sprays, eye drops, skin creams and shots, also called injections. Many allergy medicines are available without a prescription. Here are the different types of medicine options available to treat allergies.
- Sun allergy - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicRisk factors for having an allergic reaction to sunlight include: Contact with certain substances. Some sun allergy symptoms are triggered when your skin is exposed to a substance and then to sunlight. Common substances responsible for this type of reaction include fragrances, disinfectants and chemicals used in some sunscreens.
- Food allergy - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicEmphasize that an allergic reaction can be life-threatening and requires immediate action. Make sure that your child also knows to ask for help right away if your child reacts to food. Explain food allergy symptoms. Teach the adults who spend time with your child how to recognize signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction. Write an action plan.
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