Articles Index

Sex Allergy

Learn about the types of allergic reactions that can occur during sex.

Side Effects from Nasal Steroids

Topical nasal steroid sprays are a very effective therapy for the treatment of allergic rhinitis. Like inhaled steroids, many people are concerned about the side effects of nasal steroids. However, like with the concerns for the side effects of inhaled steroids, fear about many side effects with topical nasal steroids are unfounded.

Penicillin Allergy Testing

Penicillins are some of the oldest and most commonly used antibiotics available. They are active against a wide variety of infections, are inexpensive, and are generally well tolerated. However, up to 10% of all people report being allergic to penicillin, despite only about 1% of people actually having proof of true penicillin allergy. Allergy testing to penicillin is available, and has been shown to be very accurate in its ability to diagnose or exclude a true allergy to penicillin.

Penicillin, Amoxicillin and Cephalosporin Allergy

About one in 10 people reports a history of penicillin allergy. Find out more about this common allergy and learn the symptoms, common causes, and ways to diagnose this type of medication allergy. Learn more about other related antibiotics that you should also avoid if you are penicillin-allergic.

Marijuana Allergy

Learn about the different forms of allergy that marijuana, or Cannabis sativa, can cause, including how each form of marijuana allergy is diagnosed and treated.

Hormone Allergy

Learn about the different types of allergic rashes that occur during the menstrual cycle, including autoimmune progesterone dermatitis and catamenial anaphylaxis. Find out how these relatively rare conditions are diagnosed and treated.

Vocal Cord Dysfunction

Vocal cord dysfunction (VCD) is a syndrome that closely mimics asthma. People with VCD are often labeled as severe asthmatics who don't respond to typical asthma therapies. Find out more about what VCD is, how it's diagnosed, how it's different from asthma, and the available treatments.

Prevention of Food Allergy in Infants: Delayed Introduction of Solid Foods

Allergic disease is more common than ever, and it is not surprising that more people with allergies are asking how they might be able to decrease the chance that their children will have allergies. One particular question is in regards to the introduction of solid foods into the diet of infants. Various studies show that delaying the introduction of various foods into the diets of infants at risk for allergies may delay or prevent the development of food allergies.

Fungal Sinus Infections

Learn about the different types of sinus infections caused by fungi, including the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment for each type.

Hypoallergenic Dogs and Cats

Find out if there really is such a thing as hypoallergenic dogs and cats, and ways you might be able to reduce the amount of allergies your pet can cause you to have.

Tree Nut Allergy

Learn everything you've wanted to know about the various tree nuts that can cause food allergies.

Allergy to Bandages and Adhesives

It is common for people to experience rashes from bandages, tapes, adhesives, and just about anything that is made to stick to the skin. As more people use transdermal patches for the delivery of medications, such as nicotine and birth control patches, these rashes are likely to become even more common. Find out all about adhesive allergy, including the diagnosis and treatment of this irritating skin condition.

Scabies

Learn all about scabies, including the symptoms of this common skin infection, how the condition is diagnosed and treated, as well as ways to reduce the chances of recurrence.

Money Allergy

Believe it or not, people can actually be allergic to money. Money allergy can be due to various causes, including nickel contained in coins, ink used to print paper money, and even irritant effects from counting too much paper money. Find out more about this unusual form of allergy.

Capsaicin for Nasal Symptoms

You've probably heard about the benefits of capsaicin for the treatment of chronic pain, but did you know that capsaicin nasal spray is effective for the treatment of nasal allergy symptoms? Learn how capsaicin provides an all-natural alternative for the treatment of nasal congestion, sinus pressure and nasal drip.

Nasal Polyps

Nasal polyps are growths inside the sinuses and nasal passages that can occur with allergic rhinitis and sinusitis, along with many other respiratory diseases. Find out more about nasal polyps, how they are diagnosed, and the treatment options available.

Sinus Infection

Sinus infections, or sinusitis, are one of the most commonly diagnosed diseases, and affects approximately 16 percent of the population every year. Many people with nasal allergies are prone to sinus infections. Learn the basics of sinusitis, including the types of sinus infections, symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment.

How to Treat Bee Sting Allergy

An allergist describes the best way to treat allergic reactions caused by bee stings, including what to do when you get stung, how to monitor for allergic reactions, and how to treat local reactions caused by bee stings.

Hair Dye Allergy

Learn all about hair dye allergy, including the most common causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Deodorant and Antiperspirant Allergy

Learn about deodorant and antiperspirant allergy, including the causes, diagnosis and treatment of this common problem. Find out about hypoallergenic deodorants and antiperspirants, including the natural crystal deodorant, which many people with deodorant and antiperspirant allergies can tolerate.

Chronic Sinusitis

Learn about the various types of chronic sinusitis, including allergic fungal sinusitis and aspirin allergy, including how the symptoms, diagnosis and treatments are different.

Ladybug Allergy

Asian ladybugs are a newly described indoor allergy trigger, and are infesting homes around North America. Find out more about Asian ladybugs, how they cause allergies, and what can be done to control them.

Scuba Diving with Asthma

Learn the risks of scuba diving if you have asthma, and what should be done to decrease these risks.

Glucosamine and Shellfish Allergy

Glucosamine is a common dietary supplement used in the treatment of arthritis. Because it is made from the shells of shrimp, crab and lobster, it is not recommended for people with shellfish allergy. Find out more about the possible link between glucosamine and shellfish allergy, and why it may be possible for people with shellfish allergy to take this supplement.

Shellfish Allergy

Learn everything you've wanted to know about shellfish allergy, including the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, which seafood you need to avoid, and if there's a possible cure on the horizon.