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In the United States, more than 20% of the adults and children are affected by allergies, meaning-millions are affected each year! Allergies, depending on the source of the reaction, can affect people at different times of their lives or at different seasons.

There are various sources of these maladies. Pollen, dust mites, food, and mold may be the very sources that bring the reaction to you.

Parents who have suffered from allergies may have passed this on to their children, since allergies can be inherited. This does not mean, however; that you will be plagued by the same allergies. It means the tendency to have an allergy is stronger for the child, if the parent has had one. When the immune system is weak, a reaction to a specific substance may be greater.

In general, allergies are inherited. If either parent or both had allergies, then we may have them too. However, just because dad had an allergy to mold, doesn’t mean your allergy will also be to mold. It does mean that you will stand a far greater chance of having some type of allergy, because dad had one.

Another reason for having an allergic reaction may be due to your weakened immune system. If you have had the flu or you are pregnant, you may develop sensitivity to a substance you wouldn’t otherwise be affected by.

Visible results of an allergic reaction may be: watery eyes, hives, itching, or trouble breathing. If the body’s itching should change to swelling or pain and vomiting, immediate help is required. You may be suffering from anaphylaxis.

Lifestyle changes also help reduce your exposure to allergens. Removing pets from the home and keeping your home free of dust, may allow your allergy problem to subside.

Sometimes, these methods you have tried don’t work; then, shots may become necessary to help with the allergies. This type of treatment is known as immunotherapy. The shots allow you to remain free of symptoms. For many, the shots present a “cure.” Check with your doctor, if you think that you may indeed have an allergy. You will discover many methods to living an allergy-free life.

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