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Allergies
Allergies and hypersensitivities
An allergic reaction occurs when the immune system overreacts to a foreign substance that usually causes few or no problems in most people.
Allergic reactions to antibiotics
Some people have an allergic reaction to antibiotics. Learn about the symptoms and the difference between allergic reactions and side effects.
Allergic reactions to cow's milk
About 1 in 50 infants has an allergic reaction to cow’s milk. Learn more here about allergy to milk proteins.
Allergy testing
Suffering from asthma or hay fever? They may be triggered by allergies. Find out more here about allergy testing.
Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis is very serious and can even be fatal. See here for the symptoms to look out for and what to do in an emergency.
Antihistamines
Antihistamine medications help ease allergy symptoms. Read more here about how they are used to treat conditions like hay fever and asthma.
Asthma
Asthma symptoms can include a cough, wheezing, chest tightness and breathlessness. Learn more about its causes, symptoms and treatment options.
Bites and stings
Most insect bites and stings are relatively harmless - but some spiders, snakes and sea creatures can be very dangerous. Learn more about them here.
Cat and dog allergy
Allergies to cats and dogs are common, and symptoms can be severe. Learn more about how to live with a pet allergy.
Contact dermatitis
Inflammation of the skin is commonly termed eczema or dermatitis. It can be effectively managed with treatment – find out how.
Food allergies
Some people have an allergic reaction to a normally harmless ingredient or type of food. This immune system response can range from mild to severe.
Food allergies in children
Does your family have a history of eczema, asthma, hay fever or food allergies? Learn about food allergies in children and how to spot a reaction.
Hay fever (allergic rhinitis)
Hay fever is the common term for 'allergic rhinitis', which affects up to 1 in 5 Australians at some point in their life. Learn here how to manage it.
Hives
Hives is a skin rash that is often triggered by an infection or allergy. Learn to recognise symptoms.
Immune system
Your body's immune system is designed to protect you from, or get rid of, infection. Find out more about how the immune system works.
Nut allergies
Exposure to nuts, even in tiny amounts, is a common trigger for a severe allergic reaction. Learn more here about managing nut allergies.
Pollen allergy
If you have pollen allergy, you may experience hay fever and asthma symptoms. Get tips on how to help manage your exposure to pollen.
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Future Food Allergy Treatments - Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia
Future Food Allergy Treatments
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Food allergy explained: what it is and how to manage
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Starting school with food allergies - Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia
Starting school with food allergies
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Eczema and Food Allergy Nip Allergies in the Bub
Eczema and Food Allergy Many infants with moderate or severe eczema will also have a food allergy
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Dating with an allergy [250K An allergy awareness project]
Tell your date about your allergy
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Allergy - Milk allergy and milk free diet | Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
How common is cow’s milk allergy? Cow’s milk allergy is one of the most common food allergies in childhood affecting about 1-2% of preschool children
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Eczema and Allergy Prevention Nip Allergies in the Bub
Eczema and Allergy Prevention There has been recent research looking into preventing eczema in babies and also preventing food allergies in babies who develop eczema
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Home - Food Allergy Aware
Food allergy resource hub
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Allergy - Food Allergies and Eczema | Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
Is food allergy the cause of eczema? No
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Dating with an Allergy - Young Adults
Dating with an Allergy Top Tips For Dating Tell your date about your food allergy up front
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Hay Fever and Seasonal Allergies in Bloom
As Springtime begins, it's important for health professionals to consider the care that may be required for conditions relevant for the season. Allergic rhinitis (or hay fever) and asthma can be triggered by increasing pollen in the air (Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy 2017).
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Hay Fever and Seasonal Allergies in Bloom
As Springtime begins, it's important for health professionals to consider the care that may be required for conditions relevant for the season. Allergic rhinitis (or hay fever) and asthma can be triggered by increasing pollen in the air (Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy 2017).
Read more on Ausmed Education website
Antihistamines and allergy | Australian Prescriber
There is now little role for sedating antihistamines in allergic conditions. Discover why they should be avoided.
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Ageing with Asthma | Ausmed
Considering the ageing population, it can be suggested that asthma rates will continue to rise, increasing the burden of disease onthe health system. The Australian Institute of Health and Wellbeing (2017) conveys that as many as 1 in 9, or 2.5 million Australians have asthma!
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Anaphylaxis and Treatment of an Anaphylactic Reaction
Anaphylaxis is the most severe type of allergic reaction that can occur and can be potentially life-threatening. So, when any one of the 4,000 people in Australia who experience an anaphylaxis each year have an anaphylactic reaction, it is a medical emergency (ARC 2016).
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Anaphylaxis and Treatment of an Anaphylactic Reaction
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Blood Transfusion Reactions
There are basically two different types of risks when giving blood. The first regards procedural errors that occur, such as placing incorrect labels on blood sampling tubes, and the second area of risk relates to transfusion reactions.
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Anaphylaxis Adrenaline (Epipen), Prednisolone, Hydrocortisone | Australian Sports Anti-doping Authority - ASADA
Anaphylaxis is a serious allergic reaction that can be rapid in onset and in very rare cases result in death. Anaphylaxis is commonly caused by triggers such as nuts, shellfish, stinging insects and some medications. In some cases no trigger can be identified.Status of medication in sportAdrenaline Adrenaline is prohibited in-competition and requires a Therapeutic Use
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Sublingual immunotherapy for allergic rhinitis (including hay fever) | Cochrane
Authors' conclusions: This updated review reinforces the conclusion of the original 2003 Cochrane Review that sublingual immunotherapy is effective for allergic rhinitis and has been proven to be a safe route of administration
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Ageing with Asthma | Ausmed
Considering the ageing population, it can be suggested that asthma rates will continue to rise, increasing the burden of disease onthe health system. The Australian Institute of Health and Wellbeing (2017) conveys that as many as 1 in 9, or 2.5 million Australians have asthma!
Read more on Ausmed Education website
