Allergy

An allergy refers to an exaggerated reaction by our immune system in response to bodily contact with certain foreign substances. It is exaggerated because these foreign substances are usually seen by the body as harmless and no response occurs in non- allergic people.
Symptoms

• Rash
• Itchy, watery eyes
• Congestion

• Food Allergy:The allergens in food are those components that are responsible for inciting an allergic reaction.It is an abnormal response to food that is triggered by a specific reaction in the immune system.
• Anything can be an allergen. Common dust, pollen, plants, medications, certain foods, insect venoms, animal dander, viruses, or bacteria are examples of allergens.
• Reactions may occur in one spot, such as a small skin rash or itchy eyes, or all over, as in a whole body rash
  

Treatments

• Allergies are highly treatable, although they are generally not curable. This includes diagnosing the specific allergen or allergens and avoiding exposure to them.
• Medications available in pill, liquid, topical and nasal spray forms can help in a great way to prevent it.
• It may include such measures as staying in air-conditioned buildings when pollen counts are high and using cool compresses on itchy eyes or skin
• Allergy injections may be prescribed for people who do not respond readily to oral or topical medications.
• Allergen avoidance and minimisation of exposure - including dietary management in food allergies, minimisation of dust mites with strategies in the home environment.