Allergies

Allergies are our bodies’ reaction to a usually harmless substance, known as allergens - such as grass, animal dander, pollen, amongst others, that it views as an “invader”. This causes the immune system, which is our bodies’ defence system, to react. Our bodies respond by producing antibodies, and as a result, a chemical called histamine is released, which causes the symptoms of allergies, and triggers inflammation.

Common allergy symptoms may include:

• Hay fever
• Postnasal drip
• Congestion
• Sneezing
• Wheezing
• Itchy eyes, nose, and throat
• Tight chest
• Watery and red eyes