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Do scented products trigger asthma or other allergic reactions?

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According to a National Academy of Science Institute of Medicine study, the overwhelming causes of both the development and exacerbation of asthma are biological contaminants . Chemicals generally found in consumer specialty products, including air fresheners, are not known to be associated with the development or exacerbation of asthma.
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What about allergic reactions?

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We have no idea if it will cause an allergic reaction on you or your family. As with ANY product, use a small portion on your forearm and check it every hour for eight hours before using. If you have any reaction whatsoever, you can send the entire kit back and we will refund your money for the product.
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Treatments that are pyrethrum or permethrin based may trigger reactions in those who are allergic to ragweed. Be sure to check the ingredients or talk to a doctor or pharmacist before choosing a treatment. There are several reasons lice may remain unaffected after treatment. With any pediculicide, all lice and eggs must come in full contact with the product. Lice can move quickly to avoid contact with the lotion or gel. Reinfestation from environmental contact (i.e.
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We have no idea if it will cause an allergic reaction on you or your family. As with ANY product, use a small portion on your forearm and check it every hour for eight hours before using. If you have any reaction
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Are some people allergic to scented products?

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Some people with allergies may be more sensitive than others to scented products. Substances such as soap powders, cigarette smoke, perfumes and certain plant odors may irritate the respiratory tract of people with allergies, but the symptoms they may experience are not necessarily the direct result of an allergic reaction. Only a medical professional can determine a true allergic reaction to a scented product.
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What is allergic asthma?

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Allergic asthma is how doctors describe a particular type of asthma. In people with this common condition, certain types of allergens can trigger asthma attacks and symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.
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What are the dangers of allergic reactions?

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Anaphylaxis is a severe, potentially fatal allergic reaction. It's difficult to precisely report how many people die from anaphylaxis because the cause of death may often appear to be a heart attack. Fatal anaphylaxis normally occurs because of extreme allergic reactions to foods such as shellfish, cod, or peanuts, or to the venom of stinging insects like wasps or fire ants. Approximately 100 Americans die annually from anaphylaxis induced by stinging insects.
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What triggers allergic asthma?

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You are probably aware of many things that can trigger your asthma. Mold, dust mites, cockroaches, and pet dander are common examples of year-round allergens. What you may not know is how something as simple as visiting a friend who has a pet can lead to an asthma attack. The reason, in part, is a substance produced by the body called IgE.
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How can I tell if I have allergic asthma?

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You can take the quiz Is Your Asthma Allergic? to find out whether you are experiencing allergic asthma, but only a doctor can confirm a diagnosis. This is typically done using a skin or blood test to see if your asthma is triggered by year-round allergens in the air.
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Are there any tips on living with allergic asthma?

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For advice on avoiding the allergens that can trigger your symptoms, see Living With Allergic Asthma.
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Can the use of hair colouring products cause allergic reactions?

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Like almost any product used on a regular basis, hair colouring products can cause allergic skin reactions in rare cases. In order to minimise the risk of allergic reactions, manufacturers generally recommend consumers to systematically carry out sensitivity tests 48 hours before applying a permanent colouring. In addition to this, any necessary precautions are printed in a visible and comprehensive manner on all hair colouring product packages and their use instructions.
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Will I experience allergic reactions or acne with your products?

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Aviva Labs sunless solutions are hypoallergenic — oil-free, alcohol-free, and fragrance-free, designed specifically for hypersensitive skin. As part of our philosophy Beauty Today. Health for Life.™, we use only the purest, essential ingredients necessary for optimal results. Dermatologists agree that the greater the number of ingredients, the greater the chances for allergic reactions.
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What kind of foods can cause allergic reactions?

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The most common foods behind allergic reactions include nuts, peanuts, milk, egg, wheat, and soy bean proteins. Some food preservatives, such as metabisulfate and monosodium glutamate (MSG), can also cause allergic reactions.
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Can Kombucha Tea cause poisoning and allergic reactions?

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Nothing has been substantiated on any poisoning by Kombucha Tea. Allergic reactions are rare, however, not impossible, since Kombucha is a food.
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What insect stings or bites can cause allergic reactions?

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Wasps, honey bees, hornets, yellow jackets and ants are the insects most likely to cause strong allergic reactions. Some biting insects (mosquitoes, flies, lice, kissing bugs and fleas) can cause allergies as well because they inject saliva to thin the blood when they bite. Finally, some caterpillars are covered with hairs that contain a substance irritating to human skin and this can sometimes cause allergic reactions.
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What are the symptoms of allergic reactions to insect stings?

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In general there are three kinds of reactions to insect stings. The first kind, normal reactions, involve pain, redness, swelling, itching, and warmth at the site of the sting. The second kind, toxic reactions, are the result of multiple stings. Five hundred stings within a short time are considered likely to kill because of the quantity of venom involved. As few as ten stings within a short time can cause serious illness.
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Which foods most commonly cause allergic reactions?

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The most common food allergies are to eggs, peanuts, tree nuts (such as almonds, pecans, cashews, Brazil nuts and walnuts), milk, wheat, soy, fish, and shellfish.
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Can MSG or other food additives cause allergic reactions?

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Many studies have shown that additives such as monosodium glutamate (MSG), the sugar substitute aspartame and several food dyes do not cause allergic reactions. Studies of MSG have shown that most symptoms attributed to MSG cannot be reproduced during blinded MSG challenges. However, in some sensitive people, food additives can cause an adverse reaction. This sensitivity is almost always an example of food intolerance, rather than true allergy.
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Is there a difference between indoor and outdoor allergic reactions?

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Yes, but only in the particular allergens that are present. Inside is mostly dust, mites, animal danders, and some molds. Outdoors are pollens, molds, and insect stings. The bodies immune response and the effect on medications is the same. This concept of indoor and outdoor histamine is pure "Madison Avenue" commercialism. All antihistamines work to block histamine regardless of the type of allergen or the location of exposure.
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If you have hypersensitive skin, or are allergic to sunless-tanning products, please proceed with caution. You should check with your physician prior to using this or any other sunless tanning product. We have had very few reports of reactions of any sorts, but let's play it safe.
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FAQ - Moducare - Immune System Supplement
allergic reaction is extremely unlikely, as Moducare contains no artificial colouring, preservatives, sweeteners or salicylates. It also contains no soy, sugar, acacia, barlet, wheat, corn, millet, dairy, lactose, yeast, gluten or other common allergens.
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Are your products scented?

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Yes. Currently SunBrite contains a light lemon scent. However demand for a cleaner without scent has risen, and we are looking into adding scent free products to our line.
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If you think you may have a reaction to the organic, lakes or iron oxides use in today's pigments then ask for a patch test, 24 hours prior to your tattoo session.
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Are scented candles triggers for asthma and allergies?

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Millions of Americans who use scented candles have positive responses to them. The small handful of consumers who may have a negative response should avoid burning candles with that particular scent and be sure to use candles in a well-ventilated area.
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Do many people have allergic reactions to the tattoo inks?

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While we rarely see reactions to tattoo inks (sometimes with Red) there is more often a reaction to ointments (make sure you are using something suitable to your skin)
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What about allergic reactions to chemicals used in the tanning solution?

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All of the components in the MagicTan tanning solution have been used in cosmetics and food products for decades. These components are approved for use on the skin and are considered safe.
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Why do dust mites cause allergic reactions?

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Dust mites themselves are not inhaled; rather, proteins found in their waste particles cause allergic reactions. These proteins, referred to as an allergens since they cause allergic reactions, can be found in dust mite feces, skin, and decomposing body fragments. Dust mite feces contain a powerful enzyme that breaks down the droppings so that remaining fecal nutrients can be eaten by dust mites if food is scarce.
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