Wat to do during a Allergic Reaction?

Are you allergic to certain medications? 
Allergic to certain drugs?
Allergies to certain foods ? 

Technically and medically we call this as hypersensitivity. 
The way our body reacts to certain foods, drugs, flowers pollen etc... 

There are 4 types of hypersensitivity reactions. Of which immediate and cell mediated immunity are most common. When your are exposed to certain foods and drugs, your body starts reacting to it to cope up with infection. 

Type I or anaphylactic reactions

Example include
Bronchial asthma 
Allergic rhinitis
Allergic dermatitis
Food allergies

Type II or cytotoxic reactions

Examples include
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia
Immune thrombocytopenia
Autoimmune neutropenia.

Type III or immunocomplex reactions

Example include
Lupus
Arthus reaction

Type IV or cell-mediated reactions

Dust mites
Animal/pet dander
Pollen
Bee/wasp stings


One of the most common indicated of allergy is rash. It may be due to any of causative agents. You will start to itch along with other side effects. Sometimes the drug induced allergy may end up in death too. 

One of the commonly used medication is "EpiPen". This is a self administrating device used to treat allergy. Most people carry "EpiPen" with them if they are most exposed to allergy. 
EpiPen delivers the drug epinephrine. It is medication used when someone is experiencing a severe allergy.
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Gargling with salt water gives relief to your sore or scratchy throat. Do this once or twice a day throughout to ease congestion.

Things which should be your high priority

Stay indoors.
The best time to go outside is after a heavy rain.
Avoid gardening works 
Remove clothes you've worn outdoors
Wear a proper mask if you do outside chores
Eat healthy
Stay hydrated

Drugs to be taken 

1. Antihistamine
2. Nasal spray
3. Decongestant

Note: Never go for medication without your doctor advice 

Things to avoid 

1. Avoid alcohol
2. Stop smoking
3. Better to pause your non veg foods 
4. Strictly no to brinjal and heavy meal 

Common allergies are 

Dust mites
Mold spores
Pet dander
Some flower pollen too

Know what mostly triggers you and try to avoid it.  

Symptoms may include

Running nose 
Coughing
Sneezing
Itchy eyes
Rashes
Hives
Wheezing
Asthma 
Strachy throat 

Follow these simple home medication. Never go for derma products on your own. An expired sunscreen cream can also cause you this effect. Wash your pillows and bedsheets often. Clean you bed and room before going to bed. Stay away from dust.

If you are not comfortable by following these remedies. Try consulting your doctor. 

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