Allergy
A toxicologist’s guide to poison ivy’s itch and bee stings’ burning pain – 2 examples of nature’s chemical warfare
A toxicologist’s guide to poison ivy’s itch and bee stings’ burning pain – 2 examples of nature’s chemical warfare **Poison Ivy:** Poison ivy contains an oily chemical called urushiol that causes an allergic reaction in most people, leading to a rash that can be mild or severe. Symptoms appear 12-48 hours after exposure and can […]
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A red meat allergy from tick bites is spreading – and the lone star tick isn’t the only alpha-gal carrier to worry about
A red meat allergy from tick bites is spreading – and the lone star tick isn’t the only alpha-gal carrier to worry about A red meat allergy from tick bites, known as alpha-gal syndrome, is spreading rapidly across the US and globally, affecting an estimated 450,000 people in the US. The allergy is caused by […]
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Are you really allergic to penicillin? A pharmacist explains why there’s a good chance you’re not − and how you can find out for sure
Are you really allergic to penicillin? A pharmacist explains why there’s a good chance you’re not − and how you can find out for sure Only 1% of Americans who report a penicillin allergy actually have one, making it likely that many people are incorrectly labeled as allergic. A penicillin skin test can safely determine […]
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Are twins allergic to the same things?
Are twins allergic to the same things? Twins are more likely to share allergies due to their shared genetics and growing up together. Allergies are caused by a combination of someone’s genes and the environment they live in, making it possible for twins to develop similar allergies. Research has shown that identical twins are more […]
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