{"id":267,"date":"2022-01-06T22:00:45","date_gmt":"2022-01-06T22:00:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/collincountyent.fm1.dev\/allergist\/allergy-symptoms\/"},"modified":"2023-09-11T20:28:24","modified_gmt":"2023-09-11T20:28:24","slug":"allergy-causes","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/collincountyent.com\/allergist\/allergy-causes\/","title":{"rendered":"What Causes Allergies?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"Why Do Allergies Lead to Uncomfortable Symptoms?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"When people with allergies encounter a triggering substance, their immune system overreacts and produces antibodies that attack the allergen. These substances can be ingested, inhaled or touched. 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Bee and wasp stings.\n\"\n }\n }\n ]\n  }\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re experiencing sneezing, itchiness or congestion,allergies may be responsible for your symptoms. Allergies are the body\u2019s response to substances that do not cause a reaction in most people. Common allergens range from pollen and dust to certain foods and medications. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re dealing with allergy symptoms, you\u2019re not alone. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/nchs\/fastats\/allergies.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">More than 50 million people in the U.S. experience various types of allergies each year<\/a>, making them the county\u2019s sixth leading cause of chronic illness. Collin County ENT can determine the source of your allergies and create a customized treatment plan to help you get back on your feet.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/collincountyent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/family-relieved-of-allergy-symptoms.jpg\" alt=\"An older woman and child are outdoors gardening on a sunny day. They are wearing matching straw sunhats and the child looks up expectantly at the woman as she manipulates a plant while wearing yard work ready gloves.\" class=\"wp-image-2134\" title=\"Allergy Symptoms From Plants and Grasses\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Do Allergies Lead to Uncomfortable Symptoms?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When people with allergies encounter a triggering substance, their immune system overreacts and produces antibodies that attack the allergen. These substances can be ingested, inhaled or touched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These antibodies then travel to cells that release chemicals that cause an allergic reaction. This often results in symptoms in the<strong> <\/strong>nose, lungs, throat, sinuses, ears, lining of the stomach or on the skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are There Different Types of Allergies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis or <a href=\"https:\/\/collincountyent.com\/allergist\/allergy-types\/\">seasonal allergies<\/a>, can result in sneezing, itchiness in the nose, eyes or roof of the mouth; a stuffy nose; and watery, red or swollen eyes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food allergies can cause tingling in the mouth; swelling of the lips, tongue, face or throat; hives; or anaphylaxis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, can make the skin itch, redden, flake or peel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A drug allergy can result in hives, itchy skin, a rash, facial swelling, wheezing or anaphylaxis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An insect sting allergy can cause hives, itchiness, chest tightness, cough or anaphylaxis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are Risk Factors for Allergies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A family history of allergies or asthma, or an asthma diagnosis, can make someone more susceptible to allergies. Allergies are also more common in children.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1153\" src=\"https:\/\/collincountyent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/food-allergies-1536x1153.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-556\" srcset=\"https:\/\/collincountyent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/food-allergies-1536x1153.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/collincountyent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/food-allergies-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/collincountyent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/food-allergies-256x192.jpeg 256w, https:\/\/collincountyent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/food-allergies.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are Common Allergy Triggers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Pollen, dust, animal dander and mold<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food such as peanuts, wheat, shellfish, eggs, milk, wheat and soy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medications, especially penicillin and sulfa drugs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bee and wasp stings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If I\u2019m Experiencing Allergy Symptoms, What Are the Next Steps?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Allergy symptoms can be uncomfortable, but we\u2019re here to help. At Collin County ENT, we can determine what\u2019s causing your allergies and <a href=\"https:\/\/collincountyent.com\/allergist\/\">provide personalized treatment<\/a> based on your needs and lifestyle. Whether you\u2019re experiencing food allergies or hay fever, our team is here to provide the highest quality care.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"content-cta\"><svg class=\"content-cta-bg-triangle\" width=\"120\" height=\"154\" viewBox=\"0 0 120 154\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<path d=\"M0 154V0H120L0 154Z\" fill=\"#375A86\"\/>\n<\/svg><\/p>\n<div class=\"content-cta-container\">Call Collin County ENT at <a href=\"tel:+19725964005\" class=\"phone \"><span class=\"phone-number\">(972) 596-4005<\/span><\/a> for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re experiencing sneezing, itchiness or congestion,allergies may be responsible for your symptoms. Allergies are the body\u2019s response to substances that do not cause a reaction in most people. Common allergens range from pollen and dust to certain foods and medications. If you\u2019re dealing with allergy symptoms, you\u2019re not alone. More than 50 million people&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":206,"menu_order":11,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"[phone format=&quot;&lt;phone&gt;&quot;] | Allergy symptoms vary by allergy type and severity. 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