Allergy and its symptoms?

An allergy is simply the body’s reaction to something that triggers an immune response. What triggers an allergy can differ from person to person. The particles that cause an allergy are called allergen. An allergen may trigger an immune response in person but can be completely neutral for another person.

There are various kinds of allergies like food allergy, skin allergy, respiratory allergies, etc. Most times, they resemble symptoms of common flu or a cold.

How do you know if you have an allergy or contracted a disease?

Here is a list of profound allergy symptoms for a heads up-

• Running nose, continuous sneezing and stuffy nose – this can be caused due by an allergy or common cold
• Rashes – the sudden occurrence of rashes on parts of the body
• Dry and relentless cough continually
• Headache – Yes, allergies can also be a reason for headache
• Exhaustion, tiredness, and annoying behavior
• Vomiting and Nausea
• Swollen lips, face, eyes, or tongue
• Stomach pain and diarrhea
• Itchy watery red eyes

Some of the severe allergic symptoms are –

• Unconsciousness and sudden dizziness
• Blue skin/ Blue lips
• Shortness of breath – Wheezing. Chest rigidity and shortness of breath are symptoms of Asthma as well as allergy.
• Swelling of mouth and throat

Every person reacts differently to allergic substances depending on their immune response. Some might experience less intensive allergic symptoms, while some may experience severe symptoms. It is really important to consult a doctor and know the cause of an allergy to avoid sever reactions to allergens in the future.