How can I correct a hayfever allergy
Can allergies like hayfever ever be corrected? Hayfever is likely to last for many years and may never be entirely…
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How do allergies start or develop?
Are allergies such as hayfever genetic? Most allergies are inherited which means they are passed down from parent to child. Although…
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An allergy is a disorder in which the body becomes hypersensitive to a particular, normally harmless allergen. A specific reaction…
Learn MoreThe respiratory system and allergies
How is the respiratory system involved with allergies? The main role of the respiratory system is to work closely with…
Learn MoreWhat is allergic conjunctivitis?
Allergic conjunctivitis is a condition that occurs when the layer of tissue lining the eyelids and white of the eye…
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If you suffer from allergies and you’re not sure what’s to blame, you may be advised to undergo allergy testing…
Learn MoreAllergy Symptoms
Allergies are caused by an overreaction of the immune system to a particular substance, known as an allergen. The most common…
Learn MoreWhat is an allergy?
An allergy is a disorder in which the body becomes overly sensitive to a particular substance, known as an allergen….
Learn MoreWhy is my hayfever allergy flaring up in winter?
Many people associate hayfever, or allergic rhinitis, with spring when airborne pollens are at their peak but allergic rhinitis can…
Learn MorePet allergies and your family
If you or someone in your family has an allergy to a pet, it means they have an overly‐sensitive immune…
Learn MoreWhat causes allergies?
What are allergies? Allergy symptoms occur your body’s immune system overreacts to something harmless typically known as an allergen. Whenever…
Learn MoreAre allergies and hayfever hereditary?
If you suffer from allergies, you may wonder if you’ve inherited the condition from your parents, or if it is…
Learn MoreWho is at most risk of developing allergies and hayfever
Allergies are a common health problem, with hayfever in particular affecting approximately one in four people in Australia and New…
Learn MoreTips to help you distinguish a common cold from an allergy
The common cold can look and feel a lot like an allergy attack, but symptoms won’t improve with allergy medication….
Learn MoreSinusitis and allergies
What is sinusitis? Sinusitis occurs when the nasal sinuses, air filled cavities in the bones surrounding the eyes, nose and…
Learn MoreHives
What are Hives? Hives (otherwise known as Urticaria) is characterised by circular red, raised and itchy welts on the surface…
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The management of allergy symptoms usually involves 3 steps. Firstly, it is vital that the specific cause, or allergen, is…
Learn MoreWhen should I see an allergy specialist?
Allergy specialists undergo similar training to other medical specialists, as well as additional training in immunology and allergy. They may…
Learn MoreUnderstanding and managing allergies
An allergy is a disorder in which the body becomes overly sensitive to a particular substance, known as an allergen….
Learn MoreWhat fruits and vegetables flare up my allergies?
Protein found in fruits and vegetables may cause oral allergy syndrome causes itching in the mouth when a particular fruit…
Learn MoreHow can I avoid Dustmites
WHAT IS A DUST MITE? Dust mites are microscopic creatures that feed mainly on fallen human skin cells and thrive…
Learn MoreHow managing your stress helps you manage your allergies
Living with hayfever allergies can be uncomfortable to live with and sufferers may find their symptoms can get worse when…
Learn MoreRed, swollen and itchy eyes: Helpful tips
Could an allergy be the cause of my red swollen and itchy eyes? Exposure to allergens such as pollen, dust…
Learn MoreHow managing your health helps you manage your allergies
Do you find that daily pressures seem to exacerbate your allergy symptoms? Or that if you don’t eat well for…
Learn MoreHow can I minimise allergies that flare up in the summer?
Summer can be just as stressful as spring for hayfever and allergy sufferers. Many allergenic grasses and weeds pollinate through…
Learn MoreWhy allergies are increasing
Australia and New Zealand have some of the highest rates of allergies in the developed world. Recent increases in the…
Learn MoreTips for keeping fit despite your allergies
Hayfever symptoms can make sticking to an exercise routine difficult, especially in spring and summer when pollen levels are usually…
Learn MoreFive tips to minimise allergy flare ups while cleaning
Many of the substances commonly responsible for causing allergies are found in our homes. These include dust and dust mites,…
Learn MoreFive tips to reduce allergy attacks around animals
People with pet allergies have sensitive immune systems that react to proteins found in dander (shed skin cells), pet saliva…
Learn MoreThree steps to manage your allergies
Once you know that you suffer from allergies there are many ways to reduce your symptoms and improve the quality…
Learn MoreSymptoms of allergies in children
Some experts believe there is currently a childhood allergy epidemic. Allergies in Western Countries have doubled in the last 25…
Learn MoreCommon causes of a runny nose
A runny nose is an annoying nuisance that we have all experienced at some time or another. It is the…
Learn MoreHow Telfast 180mg relief helps with allergies
WHAT IS TELFAST? Telfast is a second generation antihistamine, which means it is less likely to cause drowsiness than some…
Learn MoreGlossary of Terms
Acute: Describes a disease or condition with a rapid onset, intense or severe symptoms and of brief duration Allergen: Any…
Learn MoreAllergy treatment
Today, there are many allergy and hayfever medications that are effective at reducing the severity of your hayfever allergy symptoms….
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