Many common allergies can be associated with immunoglobulin E (IgE). IgE is an antibody created by the immune response to a substance usually considered harmless. IgE is crucial in allergic responses but can sometimes be high for other reasons, such as inflammatory diseases or chronic infections. This is why additional tests may be needed if you test for …
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44% of British adults suffer from at least one allergy, with 48% of sufferers having more than one allergy (around 10 million people), which is expected to rise. Living with allergies can have a tangible impact on the person concerned and even severe health consequences in some cases. Allergies are common, but they can often be …
Having a physical reaction to certain foods is more common than you may think – but how do we know if the reaction is caused by a food allergy or food intolerance? And what’s the difference? What is a food allergy? A food allergy occurs when a person’s immune system reacts in an unusual …
Asthma is a condition that affects your breathing, as it concerns the tubes that carry air in and out of your lungs. Diagnosis of asthma by a medical professional will usually include looking at your medical history, discussing your symptoms, doing a physical exam and possibly some lung tests too. So, the short answer is, …
Allergy diagnoses are on the rise in the UK, with about 40% of the population now being affected. Common allergies include allergic rhinitis (hay fever), asthma, eczema and food allergies. Other allergies can include reactions to specific allergens such as insect bites and medicines. One in five children and one in ten adults in the …
Allergic Rhinitis, more commonly known as hay fever, is an allergic reaction that causes sneezing, an itchy nose, and a sore throat. Insects, mould, pet dander and pollen can all lead to allergic rhinitis symptoms. Allergic rhinitis can make you feel terrible, but you should be able to get some relief from it through allergy …
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Did you know? Around 1 in 100 people in the UK have coeliac disease (gluten sensitivity). The NHS defines coeliac disease as “a condition where your immune system attacks your own tissues when you eat gluten. This damages your gut (small intestine) so you are unable to take in nutrients. Gluten is a …
Did you know over 40% of British adults suffer from at least one allergy? Allergies are caused by your immune system reacting to a foreign substance or food. Your immune system produces antibodies daily. When you have an allergy, your immune system produces antibodies that identify a particular substance as harmful, even though it …
