Jan

29

Distinguishing Allergy Symptoms From A Common Cold

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It is important to distinguish allergy symptoms, asthma, sinus infections and a cold properly.  A misdiagnosis can mean getting the wrong treatment and prolonged suffering.

When you first experience the symptoms of allergies, asthma, or a sinus infection, you may think that you are suffering from a cold because they can present with nasal congestion, cough, head and body aches, watering eyes, and fatigue.  For a cold, the remedy may be chicken soup, rest, and cold remedies or medications.  However, if you are really having allergies and asthma, you may not see an improvement.

This has been my personal experience.  I often find myself having sinusitus and thought that I was having a cold.  However, my cold never really went away.  Now I realize that it may be allergies that I have been having all these years instead of allergies.

 If you too are experiencing ongoing symptoms, then you ought to find out the subtle differences between allergies, asthma, and sinus infections. 

Allergies are caused from a problem with the immune system.  An allergic reaction is caused when the immune system responds to an irritant such as pollen, mold, dust mites, specific foods, or other material that triggers a person’s allergic reaction.  You can find out the cause of your problems with allergy tests so that you can reduce irritants or avoid them altogether.  You can determine food allergies on your own with an elimination diet. 

Asthma is a respiratory condition that results in coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and an inability to get enough oxygen into your system.  Asthma causes bronchial passages to become inflamed and narrow.  Mucus is produced and cause further problems.  Bronchial spasms can also be present.  Asthma must be treated as it can be a life threatening condition.  It is very important to take treatment of asthma very seriously.

Sinus infections, or sinusitis, are infections of the sinus passages resulting in inflammation and mucus production.  Sinusitis not only causes pain in your head, cheeks, and nose; but it will result in fatigue.  Do not treat with over the counter medications, unless you know what you are doing, since some of such medications can be counterproductive.  One of the natural ways treat sinusitis is to use a saline nasal spray to flush the sinuses two or three times a day.  You can make your own spray at home by dissolving ½ teaspoon of salt in ½ cup of water.  This natural remedy cleanses the area, giving your own immune system an opportunity to heal the infected area.  If the problem persists, then see a doctor.

Jan

22

Mobile Phone Allergy

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Most of us carry one nowadays - the mobile phone.  In fact, we find it hard to operate without this essential device.  We need to be contactable or we need to contact others at the drop of a hat. For mobile phone fanatics, upgrading one every few months has grown to be part of their lifestyle habits.

Yet of lesser known is that a few of us have a type of allergy known as the . A mobile phone allergy is scientifically known as mobile phone mast electromagnetism.  Radiation or microwaves generated by the mobile phones can trigger an allergic response in those who are suffering from eczema or dermatitis.

In fact, more and more studies have shown that mobile phones can be harmful to our health, even for those who do not have a .  An excessive use can increase resting blood pressure, confusion, anxiety and short-term memory loss. Radio waves emitted from mobile phones can disrupt some part of the brain that are used for controlling memory and learning.

In a recent study, it has been proven the mobile phone users are more likely to develop fatigues, frequent headaches or even brain cancer.

Granted, it is hard to live without the mobile phone. The best we can do is buy radiation shields for the mobiles.  You can also try moving the aerial of the phone 8 inches from your head to reduce exposure to some extent. Obviously, for those who have a mobile phone allergy, it is best to go without one.  At least, you enjoy the benefit of saving tons of money in phone bills and phone sets. 

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