What are causes of allergy in children?
There are many causes of Allergy in children.But first lets discus what is an allergy?The abnormal reactions of the body immune system to some substances that are known as allergens are harmless(non dangerous) to most people.Some common types of allergens include food, dust, pollen of plants and medications(used medicines). Many children and adults have some form of allergy.
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How does an allergy occurs?
If a child with symptoms of allergies is exposed to an allergen, their body immune system mistakenly thinks it is harmful to their body. It overreacts(sometime auto mechanism), perceives that substance as an attack and tries to fight against it. in order to protect the body, the body immune system start to produce antibodies called immunoglobulin(antibody) E (IgE). Allergens cause certain cells to release chemicals (including histamine) into the bloodstream to defend against the 'invader'. Its only the release of these chemicals such as histamine, which causes allergic reactions in our body.These reactions can affect main parts and organs of body such as the eyes, nose, throat, lungs, skin and stomach also. Future exposure to these same allergens will reactivate the allergic reaction. What should you do if your child experiences the allergic reaction?
Allergies in children and causes
Food allergies are common in children, mostly to milk, eggs, soy, wheat, peanuts, fish, etc. Apart from these food allergies, some medications are also one of the causes of allergic reactions in children. Anyone can suffer from insect bite allergies. Apart from this, there is also a type of allergy that is called anaphylaxis (Anaphylaxis) which creates a more dangerous(fatal) situation and it also happens to children due to more amount of protein foods, insect bites and medicines. 90% of allergies in the children are caused by foods. Children also become allergic to seasonal changes(weather changes) such as pollen of plants, molds, perfumes, cigarettes smoke etc.
Allergic reaction
If a substance or food or something applied to the body, which is not accepted by your body, it becomes an allergy. It also causes itching and discomfort on our body. A skin allergy is initially characterized by itching on body parts, then the skin color slowly turns red. If it is not treated well in time, the skin start to hardens like leather gradually and causes eczema. Also apart from this, low pulse(slow heart rate), shock (also called anaphylactic shock) can also occur in body, if they are treated well in time, the disease is not dangerous at all.
What do the studies say?
Parents should be educated on allergies from birth and should be able to diagnose allergic reactions promptly. According to a survey conducted by Pediatrics in 2018, up to 8% of children have food allergies. The survey held in this regard found that 20 percent(20%) of children with food allergies require hospitalization(seeking help from hospital) and may also have a life-threatening allergic reaction. Treatment can sometimes require a long hospital stay, while 42 percent of children need only one visit to the doctor due to food allergies, meaning they recover once they see a doctor.
At the time of this survey, 40% of children with food allergies were prescribed an epinehirine auto-injector, which puts the child's life out of danger (Note: In case of allergy, consult a physician only and Follow the suggested remedies of (Do not try to find a solution through Google or the Internet).
Measures to protect against allergies
Allergy treatment? Whether the allergy is temporary or chronic, there is no permanent cure. However, you can keep babies safe by following a few precautions such as not wearing clothes made from materials that they may be allergic to.you should remove rugs and carpets from home, especially from children's rooms, as they usually collect more amount of dust than the floor. Try to keep the house bright(lighted), ventilated(air flow) and dry. Keep birds and pets away from your house, especially in children's rooms. Bathe the animals regularly.
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Keep windows closed at the beginning and end of seasons to protect children from pollen allergies. should use an air conditioner that has best filters for small particles and dust. Keep bathrooms and other moldy areas clean and dry. Before giving any canned food to children, be sure to read the label for allergy information.
In a case of mild allergic symptoms, the medicines provides some relief, but it makes the child sleepy and causes laziness. According to a study, feed peanuts to children between 4 and 11 months of age to protect them from peanut allergy. But if the child is already suspected(have symptoms of allergy) of peanut allergy, do not provide him at all. In case of severe allergy, consult a doctor immediately, who will prescribe tests and treatment for your child.
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