May 2015

Tailbone pain

Tailbone pain or coccygodynia can result from trauma or a fall onto the base part of the spine. In such circumstances, it can lead to the bruising of the periosteum, thus resulting to pain. Falls onto the tailbone can also fracture the bone or dislocate it at the sacroccygeal joint which is where the sacrum

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Bee sting

An allergic reaction to stinging insects that fly (hornets, honeybees, wasps and yellow jackets) are quite common. Most individuals who are stung by these insects develop a reaction at the sting site that is accompanied by swelling, pain, itchiness and redness. In some individuals, they experience larger areas of swelling that can last up to

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Meat allergy

It is important to note that food allergies are quite common and affects both children and adults. The usual food allergies particularly in children include peanuts, cow’s milk, eggs, tree nuts, wheat, soy, fish and shellfish. Adults are often allergic to tree nuts, fish, shellfish and peanuts as well as fresh vegetables and fruits due

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Mold allergy

Mold or fungus is found everywhere. Unlike with plants, mold requires food and water sources to thrive. The food source is often in the form of a carbohydrate material such as cellulose or wood. Remember that mold grows in units called mycelium and reproduce via the formation of spores. These spores become airborne and capable

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What allergy medications are available over-the-counter?

Throughout the years, several allergy medications that were only available with a prescription are now available over-the-counter. Some medications such as oral decongestants and sedating antihistamines have been available without requiring a prescription for years. Other medications including low sedating antihistamines and intranasal corticosteroid sprays were only recently available over-the-counter. With the wide variety of

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Citrus allergy

Some individuals experience allergy-like symptoms just by eating citrus fruits. The symptoms include watery eyes, rashes and runny nose. Along with hives, there is also tingling in the lips and tongue. As the symptoms become severe, the voice becomes hoarse and the throat tightens. In some circumstances, these are accompanied by diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and

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