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When it comes to the treatment of seasonal allergies, the first step you should take is to try and avoid or limit your exposure to the allergens as much as possible by remaining indoors with windows and doors shut while using air conditioning or an air purifier.
Mild to moderate allergy symptoms can be treated with over the counter medications which include antihistamines and decongestants in the form of nasal sprays, eye drops, liquids, and pills.
In frequent or severe cases of hay fever, stronger prescription medications are also available which may include immunotherapy in the form of allergy shots.
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Children with asthma systems can have elevated cortisol levels if their asthma is coupled with stress, as cortisol is a hormone that is activated during stress. Learn about cortisol levels increasing blood pressure and blood sugar with help from a nurse and respiratory care practitioner in this free video on asthma symptoms.
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Zocor is used to decrease cholesterol, and it can be a contributing factor to patients developing allergic reactions, which can be similar to asthma. Learn about the ways in which Zocor reactions can mimic asthma attacks with help from a nurse and respiratory care practitioner in this free video on asthma symptoms.
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Symptoms of skin asthma, also known as dermatitis or eczema, include skin that has become inflamed, dry and itchy. Find out how scratching skin asthma can result in an increase of infections with help from a nurse and respiratory care practitioner in this free video on asthma symptoms.
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If you suffer from Asthma, coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath can be part of your daily routine. Want to inhale some new information about this chronic disease? Join expert Michael J. Welch, MD, and our host David Granet, MD, as they discuss the latest research and treatment options. Series: Health Matters [11/2008] [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 14194]
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For children, teens and all age groups many of them love chocolate and many of them have chocolate addiction who cannot love chocolate with all those different types and flavors available on today’s market children are the most target for chocolate and addiction to chocolate.
But with the antioxidants found in a certain type of chocolate called Dark Chocolate makes us feel less guilty then usual if we intake more if them than usual many people have this certain type of allergy so they would never eat chocolate even if they wanted to this certain common type of allergy usually has many causes and many ways to prevent them.
Skin Rash: Those people who are highly allergic to chocolate can get skin rash as soon as they take one bite of chocolate. Initially, these kind of eruptions occur in and around the face and neck which may later spread to other parts of the body like arms, legs and stomach etc.
Confusion: When we feel depressed we love eating chocolates as they help to lift our spirits. However, those who are allergic to chocolate, it can have adverse effects on their emotions. It can make the person restless and irritable. This happens because theobromine present in cocoa act as a stimulant for the nervous system which in turn make the heart beat faster.
There are many common symptoms caused by chocolate allergy such as asthma, heart burn, breathing problems, headaches and many other symptoms such as skin rashes. If it happens that you are going through any of these symptoms I advise you to consult an allergist for testing and results. Allergist will diagnose you and give you different tests such as blood test and skin test. It is very uncommon that a person can have allergy from cocoa beans but it happens sometimes but it is mainly from other ingredients.
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Asthma is an ancient Greek word meaning ‘panting or shortdrawn breath’. It is an allergic condition resulting from the reaction of the body to one or more allergens, and is the most troublesome of respiratory diseases. An asthma patient gets frequent attacks of breathlessness, in between which he may even be completely normal.
Asthma Symptoms
Gasping for breath
Patients suffering from asthma appear to be gasping for breath. Actually, they have more difficulty in breathing out than breathing in, and this is caused by spasms or sudden involuntary muscular contractions of the smaller air passages in the lungs.
Asthma Causes
Allergy caused by weather conditions
Asthma is caused by a variety of factors. It may be due to an allergy caused by weather conditions, food, drugs, perfumes, and other irritants. Allergies to dust are the most common.
Asthma Cures
Asthma treatment using Honey
Honey is one of the most common home remedies for asthma. It is said that if a jug of honey is held under the nose of an asthma patient and he inhales the air that comes into contact with it, he starts breathing easier and deeper.
Asthma treatment using Figs
Among fruits, figs have proved very valuable in asthma. They give comfort to the patient by draining off the phlegm. Three or four dry figs should be cleaned thoroughly with warm water and soaked overnight.
Asthma treatment using Lemon
Lemon is another fruit found beneficial in the treatment of asthma. The juice of one lemon, diluted in a glass of water and taken with meals, will bring good results
Asthma treatment using Indian Gooseberry(Amla)
Indian gooseberry has also proved valuable in asthma. Five grams of gooseberry mixed with one tablespoon of honey forms an effective medicinal tonic for the treatment of this disease. It should be taken every morning
Asthma treatment using Bitter Gourd Roots
The roots of the bitter gourd plant have been used in folk medicine for asthma since ancient times. A teaspoon of the root paste, mixed with an equal amount of honey or juice of the tulsi leaves, given once every night for a month, acts as an excellent medicine for this disease.
Asthma treatment using Drumstick Leaves
A soup prepared from drumstick leaves, and taken once daily, has been found beneficial in the treatment of asthma. This soup is prepared by adding a handful of leaves to 180ml of water and boiling it for five minutes. After being allowed to cool, a little salt, pepper, and lime juice may be added to this soup.
Asthma treatment using Ginger
A teaspoon of fresh ginger juice, mixed with a cup of fenugreek decoction and honey to taste, acts as an excellent expectorant in cases of asthma. The decoction of fenugreek can be made by mixing one tablespoon of fenugreek seeds in a cupful of water.. This remedy should be taken once in the morning and once in the evening.
Asthma treatment using Garlic
Garlic is another effective home remedy for asthma. Ten garlic cloves, boiled in 30 ml of milk, make an excellent medicine for the early stages of asthma. This mixture should he taken once daily by the patient. Steaming ginger tea with two minced garlic cloves in it, can also help to keep the problem under control, and should be taken in the morning and evening.
Asthma treatment using Bishop’s Weed
The herb bishop’s weed has been found valuable in asthma. Half a teaspoon of bishop’s weed should be mixed in a glass of buttermilk and taken twice daily. It is an effective remedy for relieving difficult expectoration caused by dried-up phlegm. A hot poultice of the seeds should be used for dry fomentation to the chest twice daily. The. patient can also inhale steam twice a day from boiling water mixed with ajwain. It will dilate the bronchial passages.
Asthma treatment using Safflower
Safflower seeds are beneficial in the treatment of bronchial asthma. Half a teaspoon of powder of the dry seeds, mixed with a tablespoon of honey, can be taken once or twice a day in treating this disease. This acts as an expectorant and reduces the spasms by liquefying the tenacious sputum. An infusion of five grams of flowers mixed with one tablespoon of honey, taken once daily, is also useful in this disease.
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The treatment for mucus in the throat depends on the cause of the mucus, but such mucus is usually a result of post-nasal drip. Treat mucus in the throat with antihistamines with help from an immunologist in this free video on mucus treatment.
Expert: Ana Lamas
Bio: Dr. Ana Lamas is an immunologist with two practices in Miami, Fla.
Filmmaker: Paul Muller
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A chronic cough in a child is one that lasts longer than four weeks, and this is caused by irritants to the respiratory system. Find out why it’s important to get a proper diagnosis when attempting to get treatment for a chronic cough with help from a nurse and respiratory care practitioner in this free video on asthma symptoms.
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