{"id":21132,"date":"2021-12-22T20:05:18","date_gmt":"2021-12-23T01:05:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pentadocs.com\/?p=21132"},"modified":"2023-12-19T15:22:20","modified_gmt":"2023-12-19T20:22:20","slug":"what-to-do-for-an-allergic-reaction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pentadocs.com\/what-to-do-for-an-allergic-reaction\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Do for an Allergic Reaction"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Allergic reactions are the result of your immune system deeming a normally-harmless substance as a threat and attacking it. During this attack, the antibody Immunoglobulin E is produced, which tells the cells to release histamine. Histamine is the cause of your itchy eyes, congestion and sneezing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While mild <a href=\"https:\/\/pentadocs.com\/allergist\/allergy-symptoms\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"267\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">allergies<\/a> can be managed with at-home remedies and over-the-counter solutions, more <a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/acaai.org\/allergies\/symptoms\/anaphylaxis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">severe allergies<\/a> require a long-term approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Home Remedies<img decoding=\"async\" title=\"flower-pollen-allergies\" src=\"https:\/\/pentadocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/flower-pollen-allergies.jpg\" alt=\"A yellow flower.\" width=\"659\" height=\"918\" class=\"size-full wp-image-29930 alignright\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pentadocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/flower-pollen-allergies.jpg 659w, https:\/\/pentadocs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/flower-pollen-allergies-256x357.jpg 256w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 659px) 100vw, 659px\" \/><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all home remedies have been scientifically proven to help treat allergies, but some can <a href=\"https:\/\/pentadocs.com\/allergist\/allergy-symptoms\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"267\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">help soothe symptoms<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Saline nasal irrigation. <\/strong>If you\u2019re experiencing congestion, a saline nasal rinse using a Neti pot can help provide relief by flushing out the sinus and nasal cavities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><\/strong> A humidifier can add moisture to the air and thin the mucus in your nasal passages, helping it drain better. Be sure to use distilled water and clean your humidifier often.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>High-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter. <\/strong>A portable air filter can help filter allergens out of the air in your home, preventing allergy symptoms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Over-the-Counter Solutions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many types of allergy medications that can be purchased over the counter at stores such as <a href=\"https:\/\/philarx.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Philadelphia Pharmacy<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong> <\/strong>These medications work by reducing the amount of histamine the body produces. First-generation antihistamines, like Benedryl, can cause drowsiness and should only be taken short-term. Second-generation antihistamines, like Claritin, Zyrtec and Allegra, can be taken daily to prevent allergies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><\/strong> This type of medication can also provide allergy relief; however, they should not be taken continuously for more than 72 hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Long-Term Relief<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to ensure long-term relief from allergies is immunotherapy. Immunotherapy works by introducing small amounts of allergen extracts into the body so that the immune system can build up a tolerance over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two types of immunotherapy: allergy shots and allergy drops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Allergy shots<\/strong> are administered in two phases: the buildup phase and the maintenance phase. During the buildup phase, larger and larger doses are given until a maintenance dose is reached. Then during the maintenance phase, a consistent dose is administered until symptoms no longer occur.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Allergy drops <\/strong>are taken in the months leading up to and during allergy season. For year-round allergies, the drops are administered all year. Allergy shots are FDA approved for the treatment of ragweed, certain grasses and dust mites.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information about how to treat allergies or to schedule an appointment with an allergy expert, call Pinnacle ENT Associates today.<\/p>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pentadocs.com\/adult-tonsillectomy-what-to-expect\/\">Adult Tonsillectomy &#038; What to Expect<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pentadocs.com\/dangers-of-otc-hearing-aids\/\">Dangers of OTC Hearing Aids<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pentadocs.com\/the-difference-between-hearing-screenings-evaluations\/\">The Difference Between Hearing Screenings and Evaluations<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Allergic reactions are the result of your immune system deeming a normally-harmless substance as a threat and attacking it. During this attack, the antibody Immunoglobulin E is produced, which tells the cells to release histamine. 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