When we say allergies we normally refer to only symptoms like itching, running nose, sneezes and hives. We never associate allergies to eyes too. Allergies not only affect the sinus and nasal cavities but they also make the eyes to start itching by making them to swell, turn red and begin to water. Eye allergies can also be treated effectively by simple medications. Prevention is better than cure so it is better that we learn how to protect ourselves from eye allergies first.
We must also know why they occur and how to treat them. Our eyes are important organs which are continuously exposed to the outside all the time that we are awake. Because of continuous exposure the eyes are more susceptible to allergens attacking them and that's why more people get affected easily. Unlike the nose and its passage way where you can find tiny hairs called cilia which help to filter all the harmful bacteria, the eyes do not have such in built protection.
Because of this the eyes are more prone to being attacked by harmful bacteria which is always lurking around in the air and causing allergies in the eyes. If you are someone who is already suffering from allergies of any kind then you can be sure that you will also suffer from eye allergies. So if you have sneezes due to the pollens during the moist season then are sure that you will also have eye allergies. If you also have a family history of allergies or have atrophic dermatitis you are sure to suffer from eye allergies.
But do not get disheartened because there are various treatments available that can be used for treating eye allergies. Now what are the treatments for eye allergies you may wonder? The best way you can avoid eye allergies is through prevention. If you are aware of what to avoid then you can be sure that you will not be susceptible to it.
If you feel that your hands have come into contact with a known allergen then make sure that you avoid rubbing or touching your eyes with those hands. Many people tend to rub their eyes with their hands not realizing that it is one of the main causes for allergies. If you still feel that by taking all precautions necessary that you still seem to have itching and watery eyes then it would be advisable to take medications.
These medications can be bought over the counter or you can get your doctor to prescribe them for you. These medications are mainly eye drops which have to be applied to the eyes a couple of times in a day. It is difficult to cope with eye allergies as they are very uncomfortable and irritating to the eyes, so it is best that you talk to our doctor to find ways to reduce allergy symptoms in the eyes.
Food allergies can greatly diminish appetite
Everyone loves to eat but most are unaware of the fact the food they have can cause allergies. Foods can look attractive and be tasty too but it certainly is not worth the trouble when we consume such food and discover that we are allergic to them. Food allergies can cause swelling, itching and even death in some cases. Different types of foods can have different reactions in people.
Foods like peanuts, and shell fish are known to cause allergies in many people. It is only after they have eaten it for the first time that many people discover that they are allergic to it. People can also develop allergies much later in their lives due to these foods. The best way to avoid an allergic reaction to a particular food is to avoid the food that caused it in the first place.
Though most of the symptoms of food allergies are similar to other allergies like running nose, swelling and watering of eyes, rashes and hives, other symptoms could be headaches caused by sinus infections, hearing problems with pain in the ears. Some food allergies can cause people to have anaphylactic attacks and even be the cause of sudden lowering of their blood pressure, breathing problems and even death.
Those who are allergic to certain foods should first determine what foods are causing allergic reactions in their bodies. Once they have made a list of the foods which they think is causing allergies in them they should avoid those foods in their diet. The doctor would be helpful in helping you to determine the exact food that is causing allergic reactions in your body by getting you to take a skin prick test.
Foods are made up of many ingredients and any one of these could be causing the allergies. So it is best to find out which ingredient is actually causing the allergy so that you can avoid it totally. In supermarkets you can read the labels on the food packets and find out if the particular ingredient that is causing food allergy to you is present. If it is present then it is best to avoid that food. But this is not possible when you eat in restaurants.
Children are the biggest sufferers of food allergies as they normally fail to remember what causes allergies in them and consume the food. If such children have an allergic reaction it is best to get help quickly so that it does not worsen further. A child who is prone to food allergies should wear a medical alert bracelet so that they can be saved if they accidentally consume foods that can cause allergies to them.
Excerpted from the book How To Win Your War Against Allergies by Wings Of Success.
This excerpt has been edited and condensed for clarity.
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