Mobile Phone Allergy

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 mobile phone allergy. 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 mobile phone allergy. 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.