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Understanding allergies

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Sort Desciption: Understanding allergies The JAMA Patient Page is a public service of JAMA and the AMA. The information and recommendations appearing on this page are appropriate in most instances, but they are not a substitute for medical diagnosis.

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Understanding allergies The JAMA Patient Page is a public service of JAMA and the AMA. The information and recommendations appearing on this page are appropriate in most instances, but they are not a substitute for medical diagnosis. For specific information concerning your personal medical condition, JAMA and the AMA suggest that you consult your physician. This page may be reproduced non commercially by physicians and other health care professionals to share with patients. Any other reproduction is subject to AMA approval. To purchase bulk reprints, call 212/354-0050. o you find yourself sneezing at certain times of the year? Do your eyes start to itch every time you go near your neighbors dog or cat? If so, you may be among the estimated 50 million Americans affected by allergies. Identifying the source of your allergic reactions and developing an effective treatment plan can greatly improve your symptoms. A study in the January 19, 2000, issue of JAMA reports that children and adolescents in Finland who had measles were more likely to develop allergies. The researchers state that the study does not support the theory that having measles protects against developing allergies. Additional Sources: American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases D The Journal of the American Medical Association 424 JAMA, January 19, 2000Vol 283, No. 3 WHAT TO DO: If you suspect you might have allergies, see your doctor for a professional diagnosis and to devise a treatment plan that works best for you. You may be referred to another doctor who specializes in allergies. To diagnose an allergy, your doctor will conduct a thorough medical history and physical examination. Allergy skin tests or blood tests also may be used to determine the type of allergies you may have. ...

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