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True-the correct answer is: true in people with allergies, an overly sensitive immune system, which normally is poised to destroy bacteria, viruses, and other dangerous invaders, mistakenly identifies normally harmless substances (allergens), such as dust or food, as a threat. the body then produces antibodies to destroy the allergens. as a side product the antibodies trigger a chain of events that leads to the release of a variety of chemicals, including histamine. histamine causes many of the symptoms associated with allergies.

1. all of the above.-in addition to making your bed allergy friendly, make your entire house allergy friendly by having hardwood floors instead of carpeting and using non-fabric coverings on windows. people should control exposure to allergens whenever possible, said dr. raoul wolf, section chief of pediatric allergy and immunology at the university of chicago comer childrens hospital. he said smokers should quit and no smoking should be permitted in the home or car. people should clean their ducts and remove all traces of mold in their home. also, those with pet allergies should wash their pets frequently if they insist on having an animal.

1. sinus wash-when choosing a brand, consider ease of cleaning, maintenance, durability and portability. some types can go into the dishwasher and others cannot. if you arent able to thoroughly clean the device before each use, clean the tip with alcohol before inserting it into your nose so as not to transfer germs back into nasal passages from one use to the next. i use sinus rinses, said iian wahl, a licensed acupuncturist who specializes in allergies and the founder of wahls of wellness in arlington heights. i recommend [nasal irrigation] to every patient i have that has sinus problems.

True-the correct answer is: true different allergies affect various parts of the body and cause a number of different symptoms. allergies to pollen or cats may bring about sneezing, wheezing, stuffy nose, asthma, itchy eyes, mouth, and throat. drug, food, and insect-sting allergies may irritate the skin or cause it to itch, redden, or swell. food allergies may cause stomachache, indigestion, and heartburn. both food and drug allergies may lead to joint stiffness, pain, and swelling. some allergic reactions lead to severe and life-threatening shortness of breath. a severe allergic reaction called anaphylaxis can be fatal. symptoms include a sense of warmth, flushing, itching, swelling in the throat, asthma or wheezing, light-headedness from a drop in blood pressure, nausea or vomiting, or stomach cramps, this severe allergic reaction can result in death.

1. maybe-currently, the food and drug administration does not need to approve dietary supplements before they are sold. dr. raoul wolf, section chief of pediatric allergy and immunology at the university of chicago comer childrens hospital, cautioned that many products fail to include a detailed ingredient list and some supplements may negatively interact with traditional medications. if the supplement works, wolf said, it likely contains an active component already available as a regulated, traditional drug, such as an antihistamine.