Allergies That Get Worse With Time
Allergies are an immune system reaction to a foreign substance, such as pollen, dust, pet dander, or certain foods. Allergies can range from mild to severe, with symptoms such as sneezing, itching, hives, or difficulty breathing. For some people, allergies can get worse over time, leading to more frequent and intense allergic reactions.
Allergen Sensitization
Allergen sensitization is the process by which an individual's immune system becomes more sensitive to a particular allergen over time. This can lead to an increase in the severity of allergic reactions when exposed to the allergen. Allergen sensitization can occur through repeated exposure to an allergen or through genetic factors that cause a person to be more sensitive to an allergen.
Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever)
Allergic rhinitis, more commonly known as hay fever, is a type of allergy that is caused by exposure to airborne allergens such as pollen, dust, or pet dander. Allergic rhinitis can cause symptoms such as sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, and a runny nose. For some people, allergic rhinitis can get worse over time, leading to more frequent and intense symptoms.
Asthma
Asthma is a chronic inflammatory condition of the airways that can cause wheezing, shortness of breath, and difficulty breathing. Asthma is often triggered by exposure to an allergen, such as pollen, dust, pet dander, or certain foods. For some people, asthma can get worse over time, leading to more frequent and intense asthma attacks.
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Allergic contact dermatitis is a type of skin allergy that is caused by direct contact with an allergen. Symptoms can include redness, itching, swelling, and blistering of the skin. For some people, allergic contact dermatitis can get worse over time, leading to more frequent and intense reactions.
Food Allergies
Food allergies are an immune system reaction to a particular food or food ingredient. Symptoms of food allergies can range from mild to severe and can include hives, swelling, difficulty breathing, or anaphylaxis. For some people, food allergies can get worse over time, leading to more frequent and intense reactions.
Conclusion
Allergies can range from mild to severe and can get worse over time for some people. If you have allergies, it is important to talk to your doctor about ways to manage your symptoms and prevent your allergies from getting worse.
