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What Is Ragweed?
Ragweed is a plant that grows all over the United States, and it’s especially common here in South Carolina and across the Eastern and Midwestern states. The stems of the plant look hairy, the leaves…
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Do Allergies Cause a Sore Throat?
Allergies cause some incredibly inconvenient and irritating symptoms: runny nose, itchy eyes, sneezing and sore throat are all common. A sore throat is characterized by a scratchy, dry feeling in the throat and often causes…
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What To Know About Managing Allergy Headaches
There are a lot of things that could contribute to a headache, from hunger and dehydration to stress or exhaustion. While these are the most frequently pinpointed causes, one more culprit you might not have…
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Tips for Managing an Allergy-related Sore Throat
Seasonal allergies often cause a range of symptoms, including an itchy, sore throat. Though not typically serious, this discomfort can impact your daily routine. Here are some simple ways to ease an allergy-related sore throat…
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Your Guide to Over-the-Counter Allergy Medication
Allergy season brings sneezing, dry eyes and uncomfortable congestion that can wear you down day after day. These symptoms can interfere with sleep, focus and your ability to enjoy your favorite summer activities like hiking…
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The Difference Between Skin Prick and Blood Tests for Allergy Testing
When allergy symptoms begin to interfere with daily life, identifying the exact trigger becomes a top priority and nearly 100 million Americans experience allergy symptoms each year. Allergy testing is the key to uncovering what’s…
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Surviving Allergy Season: Habits for a Sneeze-Free Life
The first day of spring is March 20th, and with it comes nicer weather, park days and, unfortunately, allergy symptoms. If you’re among the 20% of United States people with seasonal allergies, or hay fever,…
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Tips for Managing Pet Allergies at Home
If you’re dealing with a pet allergy, you are not alone. Up to 30% of people in the U.S. are allergic to cats or dogs. Symptoms of pet allergies include a runny or stuffy nose,…
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Do You Have a Latex Allergy?
If you have a latex allergy, it means your body mistakes the proteins found in natural rubber latex—a product made from rubber trees—for a harmful substance and attacks it. In most cases, synthetic latex does…
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Tis the Season To Avoid These Holiday Allergy Triggers
The holiday season is an exciting time of year for many, but this time of year can also be triggering for allergies. However, if you’re aware of potential triggers, it will be easier to avoid…
