Get to know the allergies that affect many Filipinos.
Allergies can affect different parts of the body. The common types include food, skin, respiratory, drug, and insect allergies.
In the Philippines, the most common allergies include food allergies, skin allergies, respiratory allergies like allergic rhinitis, allergic asthma, and reactions to insect bites or stings. Common triggers can include dust, pollen, food, and insect bites.
1. Food Allergies
Food allergies happen when the immune system reacts to a certain food, mistakenly treating it as harmful. Symptoms can range from mild to severe, including:
Itching
Hives
Swelling
Stomach pain
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Difficulty in breathing
In severe cases, food allergies can cause anaphylaxis, a serious allergic reaction that requires immediate medical attention.
2. Skin Allergies
Skin allergies can happen when the skin reacts to an allergen or irritant. Triggers can be certain foods, medicines, soaps, cosmetics, fragrances, plants, and insect bites. Skin conditions linked to these reactions include eczema, hives, and contact dermatitis. Symptoms may include:
Itching
Rashes
Redness
Hives
Swelling
Dry or irritated skin
3. Respiratory Allergies
Respiratory allergies affect the airways and can make it harder to breathe comfortably. Two common types are allergic rhinitis and allergic asthma. Triggers can include dust, pollen, mold, pet dander, and other airborne allergens.
Allergic rhinitis mainly affects the nose and may cause:
Sneezing
Itchy or runny nose
Nasal congestion
Allergic asthma affects the lungs and airways and may cause:
Coughing
Wheezing
Chest tightness
Difficulty in breathing
4. Drug Allergies
Drug allergies occur when the immune system reacts to a medication. Reactions can be mild or more serious and may require immediate medical attention. Symptoms may include:
Skin rashes or hives
Itching
Swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
Wheezing or difficulty in breathing
Dizziness or feeling faint
Nausea or vomiting
Knowing the signs and which medications trigger your allergies can help you avoid harmful reactions.
5. Insect Allergies
Insect bites and stings can cause allergic reactions in some people, ranging from mild redness and itching to more serious symptoms. Symptoms may include:
Redness
Itching
Swelling
Pain or tenderness
Hives
Swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
Dizziness or feeling faint
Difficulty in breathing
Being aware of possible reactions can help you take the right steps when needed.
Help your body respond appropriately to potential triggers with a balanced immune system (with proper diet and exercise). Knowing and avoiding your allergy triggers can also help reduce unwanted reactions. Help balance your immune system with CM-Glucan, which is 100x more absorbable than standard Beta-Glucan (with proper diet and exercise). It can be found in Immunomax.
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