The Dangers of Allergies Should Not Be Underestimated!
Allergies occur when people overreact to substances they encounter (called "allergens"), leading to structural/functional changes or damage in related organs and tissues. Symptoms often include nasal/ throat itching, runny nose, dermatitis, etc.
Though not life-threatening in most cases, allergic reactions in vital body areas can directly endanger life.
If left untreated for long:
Symptoms persist, gradually impacting daily life, work, and study—especially sleep, memory, and mood.
If treated improperly:
· Mistaking allergic rhinitis for a cold and habitually taking cold medicine: Fails to control symptoms promptly and risks drug side effects.
· Confusing allergens and choosing wrong medications: Triggers adverse reactions.
Thus, allergic diseases require timely diagnosis, strict medical guidance, and targeted treatment.
Omnipresent Allergens
Blooming flowers → red itchy rashes?
Childhood hide-and-seek → full-body hives?
A few crayfish → lips swollen like sausages?
Don’t laugh—never underestimate allergic reactions.
Allergens lurk everywhere in daily life:
Inhaled allergens
Pollen, willow catkins, dust, mites, animal dander, cigarette smoke...
Ingested allergens
Milk, eggs, fish/shrimp, beef/lamb, seafood, certain fruits/vegetables...
Allergies Are Serious
Testing Matters
The most direct way to avoid symptoms is evading allergens—first requiring their diagnosis and identification.
Allergy testing, a crucial and necessary examination, achieves this first step. Common methods include blood tests, skin prick tests (SPT), patch tests, etc.
The Skin Prick Test (SPT), a specialized intradermal test, detects allergens by observing local skin reactions. With advantages like simplicity, minimal pain, high safety/sensitivity, strong clinical relevance, and reproducibility, it’s a preferred rapid diagnostic tool.
Note: Allergy test results aren’t lifelong. Allergens can change with immune system fluctuations.
Identifying allergens ≠ permanent relief. Daily management is key!
■ Pollen allergy: Minimize outdoor activities during pollen season; wear masks.
■ Indoor dust allergy: Ventilate rooms frequently; clean regularly.
■ Dust mite allergy: Change bedding often; control indoor temperature/humidity; use anti-mite devices; consider desensitization therapy if needed.
■ Pet dander allergy: Avoid close contact with cats/dogs; wash pets and clothing frequently.
Identifying allergens
is the first step to combating allergic diseases!
Enduring long-term suffering is unbearable!
Early detection, intervention, and prevention—
Allergy testing is NOT a "scam."
Embrace comfort and live allergy-free!
