An allergy is the response of the body's immune system to normally harmless substances, such as pollens, foods, and house dust mite. Whilst in most people these substances (allergens) pose no problem, in allergic individuals their immune system identifies them as a’ threat’ and produces an inappropriate response.

Examples of common allergic reactions are:

- pollen from trees and grasses
- proteins secreted from house dust mites
moulds
- foods such as peanuts, tree nuts, milk and eggs
- pets such as cats and dogs

Common symptoms associated with allergic reactions include:

-sneezing
-wheezing / coughing / shortness of breath
-runny nose
-rash / hives
-swelling
-itchy eyes, ears, lips throat and mouth

Diagnosing allergy can be difficult since the symptoms may be similar to other conditions.

Here at Doctap, you're doctors can help you identify the cause(s), sometimes with the help of skin prick tests and/or allergy blood tests.

Once the cause is identified, we can help you manage allergy with e.g. antihistamines.