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All About Hay Fever

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By Evangeline Allison Probably the first thing you should know about hay fever, is that "hay" is not the culprit at hand. This condition gets its particular name because grass usually sheds its pollen at the same time of the year that hay is harvested hence, the name "hay fever". Hay fever is usually caused by an allergic inflammation of your nose because of flower or grass pollen, dust, or animal fur. These particles immediately trigger a huge production of antibody immunoglobulin E that locks onto the mast cells and cause you to sneeze, have itching and watery eyes, swelling and inflammation of your nasal passage because of an increase in mucus production. The intensity of hay fever symptoms usually varies from person to person. Supposing the person is more sensitive and has a lower immunity it is possible that he may also experience hives or a rash during hay fever. Both heredity and the environment play a big role in just how sever and how often a hay feve

Symptoms of Lung Cancer

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The number of individuals with lung cancer is increasing per annum, therefore to spot the symptoms of lung cancer is contributory to its treatment. Currently, lung cancer is one in all the foremost common primary malignant tumors of respiratory organ, that principally originates in cartilaginous tube animal tissue, therefore lung cancer may be referred to as cartilaginous tube lung cancer. Early Stages Symptoms There ar typically no symptoms or warning signs within the early stages, so it's simply unheeded, leading to delay of treatment. Common Symptoms of lung cancer Cough: there ar regarding 2 thirds of patients have cough, that is that the commonest symptom of early lung cancer. It is manifested as gentle dry cough, severe cough, cough with high frequency or cough at the hours of darkness. haemoptysis (Coughing up blood): it's conjointly an indication of early lung cancer and it's additional obvious in male smokers. it's manifested as forcing out phlegm

How to Stay Flu-Free for the Holidays

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The overlap of the cold and flu season with the holiday season can make it a challenge to stay healthy as you go to parties and get together with family and friends. Getting a flu shot is important, but other precautions can also reduce your risk of getting sick or of spreading illness to others, according to a Ryerson University news release. Here are some tips for a healthy holiday: When you have to cough or sneeze, do it in your sleeve or the inside of your sweater or jacket. That will prevent the spread of viruses to those nearby. Wash your hands regularly and always after using the restroom, before eating, and after blowing your nose. Use the air kiss or fake peck on the cheek instead of a kiss on the lips when greeting family and friends. Always use serving spoons or forks never your fingers to put food on your plate. If you're hosting a party, be sure to supply plenty of serving utensils and provide people with alternatives to reaching into bowls, such as making individual s