Allergic Otitis: An instance of inflammation or infection of the ear brought on by a specific allergen. Allergens can be anything found in the environment. They are typically non-harmful, but in combination with certain other factors or specific allergies developed by individuals they can result in negative medical states.
Urticaria: Urticaria or hives is a skin rash that usually results from an allergic reaction. The hives can differ in size and shape, tiny pin pricks to bulky welts, but they most often appear as inflamed, itchy bumps and can be found any where on the body. Urticaria that last only a few hours or days before going away is called Acute Urticaria. Hives that persist longer than six weeks are diagnosed as Chronic Urticaria.
What is Atopy? Atopy is a hereditary disorder that is characterized by a sensitive reaction to environmental allergens. Atopy is a gene, typically, passed down by the mother, but if a child has a carrier in both mother and father, he/she is more than 50% likely to show symptoms. Allergens include dust, mold, pollen, and foods.
Allergic Dyspnea: A debilitating condition caused by an allergen with extreme shortness of breath (or in some instances other uncomfortable respiratory sensations) is referred to as allergic dyspnea. Several differing situations can cause shortness of breath. Many instances that cause shortness of breath are normal such as exercise. Exercise frequently causes rapid breath and shortness of breath.
Allergic Tics: Tics are involuntary motor or vocal movements that are inappropriate in the time or place. They are common to those suffering Tourette’s Syndrome and other, similar settings. Many who suffer motor tics claim that at least some of them are what can be called allergic tics. Allergic tics are any tics that are prompted by external stimuli.