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I found that I'm allergic to cats. Is it a lifelong allergy?

Accidentally, I discovered that I am allergic to cat fur. This reaction happened for the first time when I went to someone’s house and they had a cat in their home. All of a...
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How effective are lactase enzyme tablets for lactose intolerant people?

My son is 5 years and is suffering from lactose intolerance. I recently came across lactase enzyme tablets for people suffering from lactose intolerance. How effective is this...
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My daughter suddenly developed a rash after eating a new chocolate. What should I do?

I am travelling and during our journey, my daughter suddenly developed a minor rash after eating a new chocolate. What should I do? It went away quickly and she did not show...
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Is antibiotic required to treat seasonal cough and cold?

I am a mother of a 5 year old boy. Every time my son gets a bout of cough and cold due to season changes, the doctors prescribe antibiotics. Is is necessary to have antibiotics...
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How can I improve immunity levels in my 3 year old?

My daughter is 3 years old and often falls sick. Most of the time her illness is acquired from her school. Is there any ways by which I can improve her immunity levels?
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How harmful is poison oak when contacted?

I have read a lot about the poison oak and how it can cause fatal allergies in certain people. What is poison oak and how harmful is it? Does it affect everyone when contacted...
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Can antibiotic treat seasonal cough?

I am told antibiotics work when one gets a bacterial infection. However, seasonal cough and cold is triggered by viruses. Do antibiotics still work or does it subside on its...
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Do allergies change?

Can I be allergic to something for a while and then not be allergic to it anymore?
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What could be the best medicine for allergic rhinitis?

I am 23 years old and I am suffering from allergic rhinitis for the last 1 year. Is there permanent cure for this condition? What is the best medicine for this allergy? Please...
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What causes lactose intolerance in certain people?

My son is 1 year old and is lactose intolerant. I am extremely worried as a mother because his milk requirement is not getting fulfilled. Although I am able to breast feed him,...
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I have food allergy.Will this allergy persist for the rest of my life?

I am a 26 year old and I have been suffering from severe food allergy that aggrevates due to certain food ingredients. I am having this issue since my childhood but I was told...
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Is Pubic itching sign of an allergy?

I am a 27 year old man and I am suffering from severe pubic itching. This condition suddenly starts and then stops on its own. Is it a form of an allergy? How can I diagnose...
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How should I deal with my daughter's oral allergy to apples?

My daughter is suffering from a weird oral allergy that is triggered by consumption of apples. What is the best way to get rid of this allergy or does it mean I should completely...
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How effective are lactase enzyme tablets?

I recently read about lactase enzyme tablets which help in preventing the allergic reaction which is triggered by consuming lactose food for those who are lactose intolerant....
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Dust and perfume trigger a severe cough in me. What can I do?

I am 22 year old girl and I am severely allergic to perfume and dust. The minute I get in touch with dust particles or someone sprays perfume near me I get a severe cough allergy....
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My headache is still not improving. Please help.

I have a tendency to get a severe headache overtime if I am in the sun for too long. Yesterday I had a similar bout of headache, but the condition is just not improving. Please...
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Immunizations for travel

Are there any European countries that require immunizations for travel there?
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is my allergy anaphylactic

I have a food allergy that causes any body part that comes in contact with the food to swell up. Is that considered anaphylactic?
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Why does hay fever severity fluctuate

Some years my hay fever is unbearable, other years it's not a problem. Why is this?
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Using an EpiPen

Is it painful if I have to use my Epi Pen? It scares me to think of it.
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