how do you know if you are having a allergic reaction?
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Main allergy symptoms Common symptoms of an allergic reaction include: sneezing and an itchy, runny or blocked nose (allergic rhinitis) itchy, red, watering eyes (conjunctivitis) wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath and a cough.
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Most people have minor reactions -- a little pain or itching; maybe a welt. If yours is like this, your doctor can tell if you're allergic to bees or wasps with a simple skin test that uses purified, freeze-dried venom. But if you had a severe or anaphylactic reaction, he may do a blood test called a RAST instead.
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8﻿ Among the most common symptoms, you will find reactions such as headaches, itchy skin, swelling of the face or hives. Severe reactions are similar to those of other food allergy reactions such as difficulty breathing, dizziness, fainting, low blood pressure, and trouble breathing.
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If you have an allergy, your immune system overreacts to an allergen by producing antibodies called Immunoglobulin E (IgE). These antibodies travel to cells that release chemicals, causing an allergic reaction. This reaction usually causes symptoms in the nose, lungs, throat, or on the skin.
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['Allergic reactions, such as hives or itching.', 'Flu-like signs and symptoms, including chills, fatigue, fever, and muscle aches and pains.', 'Nausea, vomiting.', 'Diarrhea.', 'Skin rashes.', 'Low blood pressure.']
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Severe allergic reaction Skin reactions, including hives and itching and flushed or pale skin. Difficulty breathing. Swelling of the throat and tongue. A weak, rapid pulse.
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Signs of Allergies Sometimes it's hard to know whether your rash — including welts or bumps, itching or redness — are signs of an allergic reaction or something else. Eczema, contact dermatitis and hives are three common kinds of skin rashes that may be related to allergies.
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Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have: severe stomach pain, diarrhea that is watery or bloody; seizure (convulsions);
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['unexplained wheezing.', 'shortness of breath.', 'blisters or a rash on the skin.', 'itching, redness or bruising of the skin.', 'swelling of the face.']
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['Skin reactions, including hives and itching and flushed or pale skin.', 'Difficulty breathing.', 'Swelling of the throat and tongue.', 'A weak, rapid pulse.', 'Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea.', 'Dizziness or fainting.', 'Loss of consciousness.']
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['Allergic reaction (rash, hives, itching, difficulty breathing, tightness in chest, swelling of the mouth, face, lips or tongue)', 'Changes in appetite.', 'Changes in menstrual periods.', 'Chest pain.', 'Diarrhea or increased bowel movements.', 'Excessive sweating.', 'Fainting.', 'Fast or irregular heartbeat.']
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Symptoms of an allergic reaction may include one or more of the following: Hives, itching and swelling in areas other than the sting site. Abdominal cramping, vomiting, intense nausea or diarrhea. Tightness in the chest and difficulty in breathing.
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A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing, kidney problems (such as change in the amount of urine).
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Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: Allergic Reactions Like Skin Rash, Itching Or Hives, Swelling Of The Hands, Feet, Face, Lips, Throat, Or Tongue.
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['raised red bumps of skin – hives (urticaria)', 'swelling of the lips.', 'tingling of the throat and mouth.', 'itchy skin and rash.', 'runny nose.', 'tightening of the throat.', 'digestive symptoms – cramps, stomach pain, nausea or vomiting.']
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Allergic reaction to bee pollen Symptoms can include: itchiness. hives. swelling of the tongue, lips, and face.
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A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.