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What is Allergy?

Allergies are hypersensitive responses from the immune system to substances that either enter or come
into contact with the body. These substances commonly
include materials such as pet dander, pollen, or bee venom. ...
A substance that causes an allergic reaction is called an allergen

Drug allergy An abnormal reaction of the immune system to a medication.
Food allergies An unpleasant or dangerous immune system reaction after a certain food is eaten.
Contact dermatitis A skin rash caused by contact with a certain substance.
Latex allergy An allergic reaction to certain proteins found in natural rubber latex.
Allergic asthma Asthma triggered by exposure to the same substances that trigger allergy symptoms.
Seasonal allergies An allergic response causing itchy, watery eyes, sneezing and other similar symptoms.
Animal allergyAn abnormal immune reaction to proteins in an animal's skin cells, saliva or urine.
Allergy to mold An abnormal allergic reaction to mould spores.

Food Allergy Learn the signs and symptoms of food allergy. Discover treatment options and avoidance tips through AARC	Skin Allergy Learn about allergic skin reactions and what causes them.	Dust Allergy People who have dust allergies are familiar with sneezing—but sneezing isn’t the only uncomfortable symptom.
Insect Sting Allergy Learn the signs and symptoms of different types of insect sting allergy. Discover treatment options through AARC	Pet Allergy Pet allergies can contribute to constant allergy symptoms, such as causing your eyes to water, or causing you to start sneezing.	Eye Allergy Learn about eye allergies, a condition that affects millions of Indians.
Drug Allergies If you develop a rash, hives or difficulty breathing after taking certain medications, you may have a drug allergy.	Allergic Rhinitis If you sneeze a lot, if your nose is often runny or stuffy or if your eyes, mouth or skin often feels itchy you may have allergic rhinitis.	Latex Allergy Allergic reactions to latex may be serious and can very rarely be fatal. If you have latex allergy you should limit or avoid future exposure to latex products.
Mold Allergy Learn the signs and symptoms of mold allergy. Discover treatment options and avoidance tips through AARC	Sinus Infection Sinus infection is a major health problem. It afflicts 138 million people in the India.