Who gets allergies?

Who gets Allergies?

Allergies are one of the most common chronic diseases worldwide. It can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or race.

People who have any of the below are more at risk of experiencing an allergic reaction:

Severe allergic reaction in the past.
Asthma or chronic upper respiratory tract infections.
Family history – one or both of the parents has an allergy.
Exposure to a polluted environment or one that has triggers that can set the allergy in motion (smoke, pollution, fire, pollen, mould).

What should I do if I have an allergic reaction?

If you have any of the previously mentioned symptoms (itching, swollen red skin, cough, runny nose, sneezing, watery itchy eyes, vomiting, diarrhoea or cramps) and suspect that you may be having an allergic reaction, it is recommended that you go to your doctor and seek medical advice.

The doctor will perform tests and prescribe medications that will ease the symptoms.

Did you know?

Allergies affect people of all ages. It is likely that their severity may increase upon repeated exposure to the allergen or trigger.