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1 By: Sydney

2 What are Allergies? Allergy is a reaction when the brain mistakes a harmless substance (dust, pollen, mold, etc.) for harmful bacteria. The body forcefully attacks these substances.

3 How does the Body React? The immune system creates large amounts of antibodies to fight off the substance. During the internal war, chemical symptoms may occur. Permeable blood vessel walls for example. Structure of an Antibody

4 What are Allergic Reactions? Allergic reactions happen anywhere the immune system sends its antibodies. Examples of Reactions: Nasal Stuffiness Hives Watery Eyes Asthma SneezingItchy Rash Itchy ears or mouth Dry Skin Hives Watery Eyes Asthma

5 What are the Causes of Allergies? A substance that’s causes allergies is called an allergen. There are many allergens in the world. Common Allergens: PollenIndustrial Chemicals MoldMedicines DustFeathers Pet HairBug Stings Foods

6 Who Gets Allergies? Any one of any age, race, and gender can get allergies, although it’s more common in children. Allergies are commonly genetic.

7 Facts about Allergies The disease is non communicable 1 out of 5 Americans have allergies Greensboro, North Carolina is the worst city to live in if you have allergies

8 Prevention of Allergies The best treatment for allergies is preventing the allergens from coming in contact with you. If you suffer from indoor allergies (pet hair, dust) invest in getting an air filter. If you are allergic to bug stings wear bug repellent. Also use the medication prescribed by your doctor.

9 Best Selling Allergy Medicines Allegra Zyrtec Claritin Benadryl Singulair

10 Bibliography http://medicalcenter.osu.edu/patientcare/h ealthcare_services/allergy_asthma/about_ allergy/Pages/index.aspxhttp://medicalcenter.osu.edu/patientcare/h ealthcare_services/allergy_asthma/about_ allergy/Pages/index.aspx http://allergies.about.com/od/allergies101/ a/allergytxhub.htmhttp://allergies.about.com/od/allergies101/ a/allergytxhub.htm

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