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Treatment for Allergies

Article Abstract by: drbarsha    

Original Author: dr barsha
Allergies are hypersensitivity reactions caused to exposure of our body to foreign bodies which act as antigen. Antigen triggers
antibody reaction causing sensitization.
Different people have different susceptibility for antigen antibody reaction
1. In atopic individuals, allergens stimulate antibodies, which in turn lead to the release of histamine. The first step is identifying the allergen responsible for your allergy. Common allergens include chemicals and dust mites.
2. Dermatologists are diagnosed and treated in skin conditions, including allergies.
3. Treatments are given as followings medicines-
-Anti-histamines
-Vitamin C
-Steroids creams and ointments
Published: April 15, 2009
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