A hypersensitivity reaction happens when the immune system mistakenly identifies harmless substances as harmful. There are several types of hypersensitivity reactions, depending on the class of ...

Allergic reactions to birth control are rare. If you think you are having one, it’s crucial to seek medical advice to find the cause. They can also help you explore alternative options. If your birth ...

A nasal spray can tamp down potentially fatal reactions, a boon to the many patients in crisis who fear using EpiPens. Neffy, a new device approved by the Food and Drug Administration, is the first ...

EpiPen is a first-line, emergency treatment for severe allergic reactions. Benadryl is used for milder allergic reactions. The decision of when to use one or the other depends on the specific symptoms ...

In 2021, consumers spent $13.4 billion on allergic reactions — up significantly from $4.1 billion in 2000. Here’s a dive into allergies and asthma. When treating allergies, your wallet may drain ...

A nanotherapy that selectively targets immune cells responsible for allergic responses and is coated with antibodies that engage with and then deactivate specific cells responsible for responding to a ...

Allergic reactions are serious and stressful situations that can happen anywhere and at any time. People who have serious allergies are often given a medicine called epinephrine to use during an ...

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The FDA approved the drug Xolair earlier this month, making it the first medication approved to reduce allergic reactions after accidental exposures. A new study published in the New England Journal ...

The Omicron-driven COVID surge has caused considerable upheaval during this pandemic winter. Despite the availability and efficacy of COVID vaccines, many people with a history of suspected allergies ...

An experimental vaccine protects genetically modified mice against severe allergic reactions for up to a year, according to research 1 published today in Science Translational Medicine. Scientists say ...

Hidden formaldehyde and formaldehyde releasers found in many cosmetics and other products, including personal protective equipment to shield healthcare workers from COVID-19, provoke allergic ...