1. The ABCs of Allergies: A to Z
A is for Allergies. Allergies are a condition that affects the immune system.
B is for Bacteria. Bacteria are tiny, single-celled organisms that can cause infections.
C is for Contagious. Contagious means that a disease can be spread from one person to another.
D is for Dust Mites. Dust mites are tiny creatures that live in dust.
E is for Environmental Allergies. Environmental allergies are allergies that are caused by things in the environment, such as pollen, pet dander, and mold.
F is for Food Allergies. Food allergies are allergies that are caused by foods.
G is for Genetics. Genetics is the study of how traits are passed from parents to their children.
H is for Hay Fever. Hay fever is a type of environmental allergy that is caused by pollen.
I is for Immunoglobulin E. Immunoglobulin E is a type of antibody that is produced in response to allergens.
J is for Jock Itch. Jock itch is a type of fungal infection that affects the groin area.
K is for Kleenex. Kleenex is a brand of tissue paper.
L is for Latex. Latex is a type of rubber that is used in some medical supplies and condoms.
M is for Medications. Medications are drugs that are used to treat diseases.
N is for Nose. The nose is the organ that is responsible for breathing and smelling.
O is for OTC. OTC stands for over-the-counter. OTC medications are drugs that can be bought without a prescription.
P is for Pollen. Pollen is a type of plant dust that can cause environmental allergies.
Q is for Quercetin. Quercetin is a type of antioxidant that is found in some fruits and vegetables.
R is for Rhinitis. Rhinitis is a condition that is caused by inflammation of the nose.
S is for Sinus Infection. Sinus infection is a condition that is caused by a bacterial or viral infection in the sinuses.
T is for Tissues. Tissues are a type of paper that is used to clean up messes.
U is for Urticaria. Urticaria is a condition that is caused by the release of histamine in the skin.
V is for Vasomotor Rhinitis. Vasomotor rhinitis is a type of environmental allergy that is caused by changes in the air pressure.
W is for Wheezing. Wheezing is a type of breathing problem that is caused by obstruction of the airways.
X is for X-Ray. An X-ray is a type of radiation that is used to take pictures of the inside of the body.
Y is for Yawning. Yawning is a reflex that is caused by the stretching of the eardrums.
Z is for Zyrtec. Zyrtec is a medication that is used to treat environmental allergies.