Allergies
An allergy is an abnormal reaction by a person's immune system against a normally harmless substance. A person without allergies would have no reaction to this substance, but when a person who is allergic encounters the trigger, the body reacts by releasing chemicals which cause allergy symptoms. However, just because there is a cause and effect between exposure to a substance and the development of symptoms does not always mean that a person is allergic to that substance.
Allergies can be:
- Nasal Allergies
- Hay Fever
- Skin Allergies
- Food Allergies
- Drug and Medicine Allergies
- Insect Allergies
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This little boy is suffering severe facial swelling and urticaria.
These are not life-threatening in themselves but may lead to more severe symptoms, such as anaphylaxis.
EpiPen® Auto-Injector is the #1 doctor prescribed epinephrine Auto-Injector for those with a history of anaphylaxis. EpiPen® helps stop allergic reactions fast - giving you time to get the emergency medical help you need.
If you have any concerns, please see our Doctors at Ferny Grove Family Practice.
For an appointment please call 07 3351 8593 or book an appointment online.
