Search Results for: allergen
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What’s the Difference Between Food Allergy and Intolerance?
Is your persistent belly pain and bloating from food allergies or food intolerances? Both can cause a physical reaction after eating certain foods, so it’s easy to confuse the two. But there are significant differences between food allergies and intolerances. Here’s a comparison between food allergies and intolerances, including what causes them and how you…Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness
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Unbearably Itchy? Here’s How to Treat Poison Ivy at Home
If you spend much time outdoors, you're likely to get a rash from poison ivy at some point. Here's what you need to know about treating this common problem.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Signs of Seasonal Allergies in Kids
Seasonal allergies often start in childhood and increase with age and more exposure to allergens. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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How Often Should You Wash Your Face?
It's not good for your skin to wash your face too frequently — but how much is too much? Learn more from the experts at UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Skin Care
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Common Spring Allergies in Pennsylvania
Springtime in Pennsylvania is always much anticipated. It's a beautiful time of year – unless you suffer from seasonal allergies.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Is My Child Having Asthma Attacks? Symptoms of Asthma in Children
If you notice your child struggling to catch their breath when running, playing sports or exercising, they may have asthma. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Deacon’s Story: Managing a Peanut Allergy with Peanuts
Oral immunotherapy (OIT) helped Deacon, a child with a peanut allergy, manage his condition. Learn more about his story.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, UPMC Stories
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What Does the Color of Your Mucus Mean?
Your mucus color can change due to infection, nosebleeds, allergies, and more. Find out when your mucus color should warrant a doctor's visit.Watch Now
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Is It Bad to Rub Your Eyes?
You may wonder if mom was right that you shouldn't rub your eyes. Here's what happens when you rub your eyes too much — and how to break the habit.Read More
Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z