Allergy and Asthma

A-Z Guide

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Allergies (Allergic Rhinitis)
Allergies tend to run in families. Asthma, eczema (atopic dermatitis), and allergic rhinitis (hay fever) often occur in... »
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Asthma
Asthma is a chronic lung disease characterized by tight airways -- a result of airway hyper-responsiveness. »
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Cough
Coughing is an important part of the body’s defense system. It forcefully propels unwanted invaders up and out of the... »
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Wheezing
Wheezing is the noise made by air moving through tight airways in the chest. Classically, wheezing is heard when... »

Blog entry

Allergies to Dust
Many children are allergic to house dust. But what is it in dust that they are allergic to? Much of dust is made up of... »
DHA and Allergies, Asthma, or Eczema
One More Benefit of Breast Milk. »
Hayfever Causes Asthma?
Many people underestimate the impact of nasal allergies, or allergic rhinitis. While only about 16% of those with... »

Q&A

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Alternatives to Allergy Medicines
When kids are playing outside during hayfever season, pollen from grasses, weeds, and trees clings to their clothes and... »
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Asthma Signs
Most people don't realize it but some kids with asthma cough instead of wheezing. Those that cough during exercise... »
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Baby Allergies
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