Deb Headworth

Posts Tagged ‘food allergies’

Allergies- from food consumed days ago?

In IgE, IgG, allergies, belly ache, congestion, delayed allergy, food allergies, headache, immediate allergy, rhinitis, sinus pressure, stomach ache on September 17, 2008 at 1:01 pm

 

There are 2 types of allergic reactions… 

  • IMMEDIATE REACTION - IgE:  This occurs within minutes after exposure.  Most common allergens are: dander, shellfish, nuts, bee stings, mold & pollen.

  • DELAYED REACTION - IgG: Appearing 24-72 hours after exposure, they’re difficult to discover. Most commonly from dairy, cigarette smoke, wheat, eggs & chemicals (in food, air, hygiene / cleaning products, clothing & water).  This type of allergen has long term affects on the body.

 

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Many find relief from allergies without bad side effects…. more

Allergies - symptoms? … seizures?

In allergy, bumpy arms, cold, infection, sinus on September 17, 2008 at 4:53 am

Allergy symptoms:  asthma, seizures,… death?

Often sufferers don’t realize that symptoms are caused by allergies because allergies can affect the entire body.  Here are some examples:

  • RESPIRATORY:  asthma, rhinitis, hay fever, wheezing, sinus/ear infections, headaches, fever
  • SKIN: swelling (tingling) of lips, throat, larnyx, eczema (atopic dermatitis), hives / itching, skin sores, raised bumps on back of arm, heat
  • GASTROINTESTINAL: stomach pain, vomitting, diarrhea, constipation
  • CARDIOVASCULAR:  severe drop in blood pressure, shock, irregular heartbeat
  • MIND / NERVES: fatigue, seizures, anxiety, ADD, dizziness, learning difficulties, loss of consciousness, death