{"id":1959,"date":"2024-12-04T12:30:41","date_gmt":"2024-12-04T12:30:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/suburban-blog.abymtech.com\/?p=1959"},"modified":"2026-08-28T12:59:27","modified_gmt":"2026-08-28T12:59:27","slug":"allergies-overview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/allergies-overview\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the different types of allergies?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1963\" src=\"https:\/\/suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/What-are-the-different-types-of-allergies-300x180.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1459\" height=\"204\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<p>An allergy occurs when a person&#8217;s immune system triggers responses to foreign substances that are usually harmless to most people. These foreign substances distinguished as allergens are observed in dust mites, pets, pollen, insects, ticks, moulds, foods, medications and many more.<\/p>\n<p>When we contact any allergens, our immune system&#8217;s reaction can cause inflammation in our skin, sinuses, airways, or digestive system. Some allergies are seasonal, whereas others are year-round. Hence, it is essential to connect with our health care providers &amp; develop a plan for managing allergies.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/allergies-overview\/#What_are_the_types_of_allergies\" >What are the types of allergies?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/allergies-overview\/#What_triggers_allergies_in_the_body\" >What triggers allergies in the body?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/allergies-overview\/#Understanding_the_symptoms_of_allergies\" >Understanding the symptoms of allergies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/allergies-overview\/#Are_you_at_risk\" >Are you at risk?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/allergies-overview\/#Recommended_tests_to_detect_allergies\" >Recommended tests to detect allergies<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_types_of_allergies\"><\/span><strong>What are the types of allergies?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Allergies exist in many different forms. Following are some of the types:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Hay fever:<\/strong>\u00a0It can be seasonal, perennial (year-long), or occupational. Also known as allergic rhinitis, it causes irritation or inflammation of the nose.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Food allergies:\u00a0<\/strong>Triggering of immune response when eating particular food causing allergic symptoms.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Atopic Dermatitis:\u00a0<\/strong>A condition that causes our skin to become red and itchy. It is most common in children, but it can affect anyone at any age. A chronic condition that can flare up occasionally, it may also be accompanied by asthma or hay fever.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Allergic Asthma:<\/strong>\u00a0Also known as allergy-induced asthma, asthma is brought on by an allergic reaction.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Anaphylaxis:<\/strong>\u00a0A severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. It can take place within seconds or minutes after exposure to something to which one is allergic.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_triggers_allergies_in_the_body\"><\/span><strong>What triggers allergies in the body?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many things can trigger allergies. Following are some of the common allergy triggers:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Airborne allergens,\u00a0<\/strong>such as pollen, dust mites, moulds and animal dander<\/li>\n<li><strong>Certain foods,\u00a0<\/strong>particularly peanuts, wheat, soy, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, milk and eggs<\/li>\n<li><strong>Insect stings,<\/strong>\u00a0such as from a wasp or bee<\/li>\n<li><strong>Medications,\u00a0<\/strong>particularly penicillin or penicillin-based antibiotics<\/li>\n<li><strong>Latex or other substances that are touched<\/strong>\u00a0can cause allergic skin reactions<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_the_symptoms_of_allergies\"><\/span><strong>Understanding the symptoms of allergies<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Allergic reactions usually occur quickly within a few minutes of exposure to an allergen. Most allergic reactions are mild, but severe reactions, anaphylaxis or anaphylactic shock, can also occur. Staying aware of the symptoms can help get immediate relief:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Itchy, red, watering eyes (conjunctivitis)<\/li>\n<li>Sneezing and itchy, runny or blocked nose (allergic Rhinitis)<\/li>\n<li>A raised, itchy, red rash (hives)<\/li>\n<li>Shortness of breath, cough, wheezing, and chest tightness<\/li>\n<li>Swollen lips, eyes, face or tongue<\/li>\n<li>Tummy pain, feeling sick, vomiting or diarrhoea<\/li>\n<li>Dry, red and cracked skin<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The symptoms vary depending on what we are allergic to and how we come into contact with it. Post encounter, one must seek medical attention.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_you_at_risk\"><\/span><strong>Are you at risk?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One might be more likely to develop an allergy in case of:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Having a family history of asthma or allergies,<\/strong>\u00a0such as hay fever, hives or eczema<\/li>\n<li><strong>Being a child<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Having asthma<\/strong>\u00a0or another allergic condition<\/li>\n<li><strong>Having compromised immune system<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Environmental factors,\u00a0<\/strong>passive smoking and pollution<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recommended_tests_to_detect_allergies\"><\/span><strong>Recommended tests to detect allergies<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Suburban Diagnostics offers you a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/services\/diagnostics-services\">wide range of diagnostic facilities<\/a>\u00a0that help you diagnose and treat allergies before it progresses.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/test-menu\/mumbai\/allergy-phadiatop-adult\">Phadiatop<\/a>, Allergy Screen \u2013 Adult\/Pediatric<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Panel, Food, Vegetarian<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Panel, Food, Vegetarian (Maxi)<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Panel, Food, Non-Vegetarian<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Panel, Food, Vegetarian &amp; Non-Vegetarian<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Panel, Eczema<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Panel, Eczema (Maxi)<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Panel, Rhinitis<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Panel, Rhinitis (Maxi)<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Panel, Pediatric<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Panel, Pediatric (Maxi)<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Panel, Animal\/Insect<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Panel, Food, Nuts<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Panel, Food, Oil<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Panel, Food, Fruit<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Panel, Food, Fish<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Panel, Dust<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Panel, Comprehensive<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Panel, Wheeze (Pediatric)<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0Allergy Panel, Eczema (Pediatric)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>An allergy occurs when a person&#8217;s immune system triggers responses to foreign substances that are usually harmless to most people. These foreign substances distinguished as allergens are observed in dust mites, pets, pollen, insects, ticks, moulds, foods, medications and many more. 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