When illness strikes, the body’s immune system attacks to wade off the disease-causing bacteria and viruses. The same thing happens when allergies attack the body. The immune system fights away substances that are harmless to your body, which can include...
Watery, itchy eyes, runny nose, sneezing, coughing, scratchy throat, sinus pain—when seasonal allergies strike, you can be miserable. Seasonal allergies are triggered by plants and pollen at different times of the year. In Southern California, the mild, warm weather...
Environmental allergies occur when the body’s immune system has a reaction to a substance or element in the environment that it perceives as toxic or foreign. When an allergic reaction is triggered, the body releases chemicals called histamines and leukotrienes. Some...
For many people, the arrival of spring means warmer temperatures, longer, sunny days, and the end of cold and flu season. Even though flu and cold cases tend to dip during this time, COVID infections are still running rampant. Instead of normally preparing for allergy...
For millions of people in California, the arrival of spring means an increase in allergies. Normally, springtime allergies are manageable with lifestyle adjustments and the use of remedies like sinus rinses or medical therapeutics. But, this year, some people may find...
Allergies are often a common source of irritation and distress for many. As the seasons and weather change throughout the year, so does the amount of airborne and household allergens and irritants floating about. No one ever looks forward to the sneezing attacks, red...
