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Allergology (36 contents)
AleAlert: Cladosporium and Alternaria are still going strong in September
In September, the significance of pollen from many plants decreases, but high concentrations of fungal spores may still be present in the air.
How can you tell the difference between a food allergy and a food intolerance in a child?
Food allergy and food intolerance are terms that parents often use interchangeably. Although both conditions can cause similar symptoms, their causes and progression are completely different. It is...
Does a rash around a child's mouth indicate a food allergy?
A rash around the mouth in children is a very common occurrence. There are many products that can cause it, so it is often difficult to quickly and accurately determine the cause of its appearance....
Antihistamine diet - the latest reports
An antihistamine diet is recommended for patients with an abnormal reaction to histamine and involves the elimination of foods rich in histamine and those that trigger its release in the body. Such...
How are allergies diagnosed in children of different ages?
Nowadays, allergies have become an extremely common problem. They predominantly affect the youngest, so it is useful to know how to diagnose them so that the tests are reliable and age-appropriate.
What are the symptoms of allergies?
Allergies have become one of the most common health problems in the modern world. They play an important role in the quality of life of millions of people. In this article, we will try to answer the...
Food allergy vs rash - what should every parent know?
Not every rash is indicative of a food allergy. Not every food allergy manifests itself through a rash. Allergens in food can cause a range of symptoms, making it relatively easy to diagnose the...
Arachnid bites - when to see a specialist without delay?
Arachnid bites happen more often than we think. Fortunately, most arachnids living in our country are not venomous and their bites are not dangerous. However, what should we do if we come across a...
Control of allergens in food now even more effective
Allergens not only trigger a strong immune system response but in extreme cases can even cause death. In addition to providing information about allergens in food, a new food production technology...
Correlation between guidelines for the diagnosis of cow's milk allergy in infants and its actual diagnosis
An analysis by Imperial College London and Sechenov University in Moscow has shown a correlation between guidelines for the diagnosis of cow's milk allergy in infants and young children and the false...
Correlation between asthma and allergy prevalence and sleep habits among teenagers
Recent studies on allergy- and asthma-related conditions have found that teenagers who go to bed late and get up later are more likely to suffer from these diseases than those who go to bed and wake...
Burning Mouth Syndrome
Burning Mouth Syndrome (BMS) is a hot/burning sensation involving the lips, tongue, gums, inside of the cheek and palate. It is sometimes referred to as glossodynia.
Contact allergy treatment - what does it involve?
The basic way to relieve allergic symptoms in contact allergy patients is simply to avoid the substance that causes the discomfort. However, what can be done once the patient has developed contact...
Urticaria in adults
Urticaria is a syndrome of disease manifested by the appearance of characteristic blisters accompanied by pruritus. It affects more than 20% of the population, at least once in their lifetime....
Conjunctivitis - a springtime affliction?
Conjunctivitis is a common condition that affects everyone at least once in their lifetime. Most often, it has a benign course and resolves spontaneously without leaving any ocular complications. The...
Ketotifen withdrawn from sale
The Chief Pharmaceutical Inspectorate has issued a decision to stop marketing the popular antihistamine.
