Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Allergy in infants


Allergic reactions or hypersensitivity is an exaggerated immune response, with varying degrees ranging from mild to severe, on the substance which under normal circumstances is not really dangerous. served immune system protects the body against substances harmful antigens. however, in people who are 'sensitive' immune system may overreact to the substance, is that for most people is usually not harmful. arise as a result of allergies. 
allergies experienced by each person is not the same. some only allergic to one substance only.
while others may be allergic to various substances, infants and young children are generally more prone to allergies because their immune systems are still not fully developed and in the adaptation stage, on the surrounding environment, allergen will cause allergic reactions through direct contact and skin, respiratory tract (inhalation), gastrointestinal tract (food), injection reaction (eg injection or bites insect). 

Allergic reactions can be seasonal, which is triggered by plant pollen, Allergic reactions can also be triggered by medications, certain foods, dust or animal dander, cause of allergies in infants aged 0-1 years most foods (milk), medications, infections, insect, disease specific systematic.

As far as possible to avoid allergies, for example by stopping the use of drugs that trigger allergies, do not maintain the animals in the house, use the air filter, and do not give food to infants who are not age-appropriate. clean and change bed sheets and pillow / bolster / covers, periodically so as not to become a den of dust and fleas, Washing items in hot water, clean the air conditioner in the room / space periodic. clean the furniture so as not to be used as a nest of insects and rodents. get rid of substances that can irritate the respiratory tract, such as cigarettes, smoke burnt garbage from the house. Avoid exposure to plant pollen and mold / mosses. When traveling by car, close the window and plug the AC car

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