Allergies

Overview

An allergy is what happens when your immune system reacts to something that is usually harmless. Those triggers which cause allergies are known as allergens, and they can include mould, pollen, certain foods, strong odours (such as perfumes), animal dander and so on. Allergens can range from environment pollutants to food substances.

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Allergies can infect the respiratory tract or upper and lower air passages, skin and the stomach.

Allergic symptoms vary from mild to severe, and in most cases, they disappear soon after the exposure to allergens stops. Mild symptoms may sometimes go unnoticed but make the patient feel a little ‘off’. Moderate symptoms can make the patient feel as though they have a flu, while severe reactions can be quite extreme.

Causes: An allergy is caused when the immune system reacts to something that is usually harmless. Some of the most common allergens or triggers are dust, pollen, and nuts. To know about other causes, Read more.

Symptoms: Allergy symptoms vary and may include swelling, rash, itching, and shortness of breath. To know about other symptoms, Read more.

Diagnosis: Our doctors will perform physical exam and ask about your symptoms. You will be asked about your lifestyle, work and home environments, your family’s medical history, and the frequency and severity of your symptoms. If needed, they may suggest you blood IgE tests or skin test to identify allergens and figure out the best treatment and prevention plan for you. To know more about diagnosis, Read more.

Treatment approach at Dr Batra’sTM:

Step 1: First Consultation – Our doctors will spend 30-45 minutes with you to understand the exact cause of allergies. We will take into account your medical history, lifestyle, work and home environment. Depending on all these factors, our doctors suggest customized homeopathic treatment that will help you cope with allergies.

Step 2: Medical Diagnosis – Our doctors will perform physical exam and ask about your symptoms. You will be asked about your lifestyle, work and home environments, your family’s medical history, and the frequency and severity of your symptoms. If needed, they may suggest you blood IgE tests or skin test to identify allergens and figure out the best treatment and prevention plan for you.

Step 3: Personalized Treatment - Natural homeopathic medicines are suggested based on the diagnosis made and extent of the condition.

Step 4: Advice on lifestyle – Our doctors will guide you on to how you can do certain things to reduce allergens and minimize your exposure to allergy triggers. The tips will help you manage the symptoms and help us achieve the desired treatment result. Read more.