Is Nickel to Blame for That Itchy Rash?Allergic contact dermatitis is an itchy rash that forms after your skin touches a harmless substance. One common trigger of contact dermatitis can be nickel. An allergy happens when the...reactions2comments
Adverse Reactions to IV Iron Infusions: Rare but SeriousIron is a mineral found in all our bodies. For some conditions, people may need extra (supplemental) iron. However, in very rare cases, some people may have a reaction to...reactionscomments
Respiratory Infections 101Respiratory infections affect the nose, sinuses, throat, and airways. These infections can cause symptoms such as congestion, cough, and shortness of breath. For people who live with certain chronic medical...reactionscomments
Allergies That Become More Common With AgingMost people develop allergies as children or young adults. It is also common for young people to grow out of allergies. For example, many babies with milk allergies outgrow them...reactions1comment
Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)Even for people who have been living with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) for years, the condition can present challenges at any time. New questions may arise about diagnosis, treatment, general well-being...reactionscomments
Is It Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) or Reflux?Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a condition that affects the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube that moves food from your mouth to your stomach after you eat. In people with...reactions2comments
What Is Exercise-Induced Anaphylaxis?Exercise-induced anaphylaxis is a rare, and serious, allergic reaction. It is a severe allergic reaction that is caused by exercise. It is typically caused by medium- or high- exertion activities...reactionscomments
Aquagenic Urticaria: An Overview of Rare Water AllergyAquagenic urticaria is a very rare condition where people have an allergy to water. Urticaria is a term that means hives or a rash. With aquagenic urticaria, people develop hives...reactions1comment
Diet Management for Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)In people with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), inflammation causes damage to the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach. This damage is the result of an...reactionscomments
Is Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) Related to the Atopic March?Atopic march is the medical term used to describe the history and progression of allergic diseases throughout a person’s life. It is also called the allergic march. The atopic march...reactionscomments
Cold Urticaria: An Allergy to Cold ExposureCold urticaria is a rare allergy that affects the skin. With cold urticaria, the skin reacts after cold exposure. People with cold urticaria can have different reactions. Most people will...reactionscomments
Allergists Versus ENTs: What Is the Difference?You might not think twice about which type of doctor to see for a cold or the flu. But what if you are dealing with allergies? Knowing where to start...reactionscomments
Understanding Latex Allergies: Where Does Latex Come From?A latex allergy is an allergy to the sap from a rubber tree. This sap is used to make natural rubber, or latex products. This is why a latex allergy...reactionscomments
Solar Urticaria: An Overview of Sun AllergySome people may experience a sensitivity to sunlight called a sun allergy, or photosensitivity. There are several types of sun allergies. One rare type is called solar urticaria. About 4...reactionscomments
What Is the Difference Between Dry Eye and Allergic Conjunctivitis?People with allergies may be used to symptoms that affect their eyes. But there is more than one condition that can cause these symptoms. Dry eye and allergic conjunctivitis are...reactionscomments
Soy Allergies: What You Need to KnowA soy allergy is an abnormal response of the body to soybeans or soy products. Soy is a common ingredient in many processed foods, such as infant formulas. Products like...reactions1comment
What Is Eosinophilic Esophagitis?Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic immune system condition that affects the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube that sends food from the mouth down to the stomach. EoE happens...reactions2comments
What Is Skeeter Syndrome?Skeeter syndrome is a type of mosquito allergy. The immune system of people who have this syndrome creates an extreme allergic reaction to mosquito bites. An unusually large inflammatory response...reactionscomments
Clinical Trial ParticipationClinical trials are medical studies that pose a question: Does a new treatment work better than older treatments? Each year, thousands of treatments are tested in controlled experiments called clinical...reactionscomments
Clinical Trial GlossaryClinical trials or studies have a language of their own. It helps to understand the common terms doctors use when talking about a clinical trial before you sign up. Here...reactionscomments
