Subtitle: Rare Allergies
Allergies are a common problem that many people have to deal with. But what about the rarest allergies? There are some allergies that are so rare that you may have never heard of them. Here are the top 5 rarest allergies:
Aquagenic Urticaria - Aquagenic Urticaria is an allergy to water. This allergy causes red, itchy bumps on the skin when exposed to water. There have only been a few dozen cases reported worldwide.
Exercise-Induced Anaphylaxis - Exercise-induced anaphylaxis is an allergy to exercise. Symptoms of this rare condition include itching, hives, swelling, difficulty breathing, and even a drop in blood pressure.
Alpha-Gal Allergy - Alpha-gal allergy is an allergy to red meat and certain dairy products. This allergy is caused by a reaction to a carbohydrate found in red meat and certain dairy products. Symptoms of this rare allergy include hives, difficulty breathing, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Cold Urticaria - Cold urticaria is an allergy to cold temperatures. Symptoms of this rare allergy include hives, itching, and swelling when exposed to cold temperatures.
Lithium Drug Allergy - Lithium drug allergy is an allergy to lithium, a medication used to treat bipolar disorder. Symptoms of this allergy include hives, difficulty breathing, and anaphylaxis.
