Nasal polyps are sac-like growths that develop in the nose and sinuses. They are painless and non-cancerous and affect adults more than children. If you have small polyps, you may scarcely even notice them, but bigger polyps can lead to a heap of misery including...
Sinusitis results from inflammation of the lining of the paranasal sinuses. It is normal for the sinuses to produce fluid. In a healthy person, that fluid then drains into the nasal tubes and throat and is swallowed. But when the sinuses are swollen and inflamed,...
A wheat allergy is one of the most common food allergies. Unfortunately, wheat is everywhere—not just in obvious foods like breads and pastas but also in unlikely foods such as soy sauce, fried foods, some puddings and hot dogs. Manufacturers now produce many...
Gluten Allergy Gluten is a protein composite found in foods processed from wheat and related grains including barley and rye. Gluten gives dough its elasticity, helping it rise and maintain its shape. “Gluten allergy” is better described as a gluten...
Dairy allergy and milk allergy are a result of the body’s reactions to the proteins found in dairy products. In a perfect world, the body would recognize them as harmless. Instead, it misconstrues them as “enemy allergens” and marshals its immune...
If you have pet allergies, you’re in good company—so do nearly 10 percent of Americans. Pet allergies are caused by the human body’s reaction to the proteins contained in animal saliva, skin flakes (dander), and urine. In a non-allergic person, the...
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