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… (an allergen) in a food as harmful. Some children with food allergy are at risk of … child’s health care provider. Children and teens at risk of a severe allergic reaction … and sneezing), trouble swallowing Heart : signs of a drop in blood pressure like weak …
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… inflammation in the airways that lead to the lungs. When asthma flares up, the airways … your child can move air in and out of the lungs and how much air is moved. Spirometry is … the bronchial tubes , which carry air to the lungs. This can lead to asthma symptoms and …
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… and how to meet them. Know your barriers and solutions . What may prevent you from … barriers with your doctor, and work to find solutions. Follow your asthma action plan Your … and how to meet them. Know your barriers and solutions . What may prevent you from …
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… Actionset Overview When you have asthma, certain things can make your symptoms … that you're allergic to can trigger your asthma. They may include: Dust. Dust mites. … dogs and cats. Indoor mould. Pollen. Your asthma can be triggered by other things too, …
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… When you get immunotherapy in the form of allergy shots, your allergist or doctor … dust mites ; moulds; or animal dander for allergy shots. You must first have skin … have fewer or less severe symptoms. If your allergy symptoms have not changed, you will no …
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… serious when a severe allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis ) occurs, when allergies cause … past. Yes Possible severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) No Possible severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) Do you have symptoms of shock? …
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… you feel and breathe better and help keep your lungs healthy. If you have been recently diagnosed … practice, these things will become part of your normal routine. Some ways you can take …
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… Actionset Overview An asthma action plan is a written plan that tells you what asthma medicine to … can't think clearly during an attack. Your plan can help you stay active and have fewer …
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… of the year. Learning what triggers your allergy symptoms will help you manage and … is high, you will be more likely to have an allergic reaction if you are allergic to … Ragweed pollen is a common cause of allergic rhinitis in North America. Mould Mold looks …
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… Condition Basics What are allergies (allergic rhinitis)? Allergies happen when you … feel tired or grumpy. What are the symptoms? Allergy symptoms may start minutes or hours … may include immunotherapy (such as allergy shots). How often you need treatment depends …