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Allergy Treatment, Allergy Symptoms & Resources : Discovery Health

From sneezing and wheezing to itching and tearing, allergies affect many Americans. Learn more in Discovery Health's Allergies Center.

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Experts advice about diagnosing, treating and managing your allergies!

Allergies 101

Learn how to diagnose, treat and prevent allergies with our complete Allergy Guide.

Seeing a Doctor About Allergies

A physical exam can help determine what is causing your allergy symptoms. See what to expect.

Allergy Medications

Keep these precautions and tips in mind if you take medicine for your allergies.

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Pollen Allergens

Pollen Allergens

Here are some ways to limit your exposure to the pollen produced by trees and grass.

Common Allergy Symptoms

Ever hear of the "allergic salute"? Find out what it is.

Immunotherapy

See how immunotherapy, or allergy shots, is used to treat allergies.

Anaphylactic Reactions

Be prepared for this severe type of allergic reaction.

How Environmental Allergies Work

Visit HowStuffWorks.com to learn about on-the-job allergies.

Need to Know

Gallery of Allergens

Get an up close and personal look at some of the nasty critters that can cause you to sneeze, wheeze and feel miserable.

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Avoid Medication Mixups

Dr. Rob shares tips on taking medications safely.
 Avoid Medication Mixups

Keeping a Dust-free Home

Dr. Palaniswami answers questions about allergies.
 Keeping a Dust-free Home

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Fight Mites

Reducing dust in your home can help minimize allergies.

Tracking Allergies

For effective allergy treatment, keep track of these two things.

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Outdoor Allergy Quiz

Before you step outside, take this quiz.

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