Allergy

Silent dangers that can be prevented and taken care of

Allergies are conditions in which the body’s immune system overreacts to normally harmless substances, such as dust, pollen, animal dander, or certain foods. This results in symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, rashes, and even asthma. The causes of allergies are both genetic and environmental. Currently, the number of patients is increasing, both in children and adults, due to environmental changes and increased pollution.

Preventing and reducing the severity of allergy symptoms can be done by avoiding allergens, such as keeping your home clean, using an air purifier, avoiding pets in your living area (if you’re allergic to animal hair), and avoiding exercising in areas with high dust or pollution. If you have symptoms, see a doctor for a diagnosis and may be treated with antihistamines, nasal sprays, or allergy shots (allergen immunotherapy), which can help control symptoms long-term.

Although allergies are not immediately serious, neglect can impact your quality of life, such as insufficient sleep and reduced productivity at work or school. Therefore, it’s important to know how to prevent, care for your health, and seek proper treatment to ensure a happy and safe life.

Allergy testing services at the hospital

Our hospital offers allergy testing services using skin prick tests to quickly detect various allergens to help patients identify the true cause of their allergic reactions and plan for targeted prevention or treatment. If you or someone close to you experiences frequent sneezing, chronic nasal congestion, itchy rashes, or suspect that it may be caused by allergies, we recommend that you come in for a test to determine the cause and begin proper treatment from the beginning.