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I have quite a few illnesses. My known allergies so far are bee stings, Amoxicillin/Penicillin, fragrance, Lavender, Frangipani, cats (moderate), dogs (moderate), grass (moderate), dust mites (severe), mould, and ant bites.

About allergies: Allergy occurs when a person's immune system reacts to substances in the environment that are harmless for most people. These substances are known as allergens and are found in house dust mites, pets, pollen, insects, moulds, foods and some medicines. Atopy is the genetic (inherited) tendency to develop allergic diseases. People with atopy are said to be atopic. When atopic people are exposed to allergens, they can develop an immune reaction that leads to allergic inflammation (redness and swelling).

This can then cause symptoms in the:
Bullet; Red Nose and eyes - hay fever (allergic rhinitis/conjunctivitis)
Bullet; Red Skin - eczema, hives (urticaria)
Bullet; Red Lungs - asthma

A substance that is an allergen for one person may not be for another - everyone reacts differently. The likelihood (or risk) of developing allergies is increased if other family members suffer from allergy or asthma.

What happens when you have an allergic reaction?

When a person who is allergic to a particular allergen comes into contact with it, an allergic reaction occurs. This begins when the allergen (for example, pollen) enters the body, triggering an antibody response. The antibodies attach themselves to particular cells, called mast cells. When the pollen comes into contact with the antibodies, the mast cells respond by releasing certain substances, one of which is called histamine. When the release of histamine is due to an allergen, the resulting swelling and inflammation are extremely irritating and uncomfortable.

The most common causes of allergic reactions in Australia are:
Bullet; Red Dust mites
Bullet; Red Pollen
Bullet; Red Foods such as peanuts, cow's milk, soy, seafood and eggs
Bullet; Red Cats and other furry or hairy animals such as dogs, horses, rabbits and guinea pigs
Bullet; Red Insect stings
Bullet; Red Moulds
Bullet; Red Medicines

Similar reactions can occur to some chemicals and food additives, however, if they do not involve the immune system, they are known as "adverse reactions" rather than "allergy".

Read more about this subject here: www.allergy.org.au/patients/ab…

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Thank you for a beautiful ribbon. 💙