Allergy
Allergies are the response of an immune system against the foreign bodies that do not usually harm the human body. It is considered as an amplified response often against the various substances that may include food, pollen grains, dust, animal proteins, and the dander of the funny animals.
They are considered as an amplified response because they are caused by harmless substances that produce no effect on non-allergic individuals. In contrast, the body of an allergic individual recognizes these foreign substances and thus responsible for generating a response. The Immune system in the body performs the function of fighting against the foreign invaders in particular various viruses and bacteria.
Allergens
The foreign substances that are responsible for causing allergic reactions are called Allergens. The immune system is responsible for keeping us healthy by fighting against specific pathogens that may cause harm to the human body. It may cause sneezing, inflammation, etc.
There are following antibodies in the human body that are IgE, IgG, IgM, and IgA. The allergic antibodies are the IgE and IgG, IgM, and IgA are responsible for providing the defense against certain infections. When the allergic person creates contact with the allergen, it automatically triggers an immune system to generate a response.
As per statistics, 10% to 30% of the individuals are prone to various allergic conditions, and the number of infected individuals is increasing day by day. Several types of allergies may lead to breathing difficulties, respiratory diseases, food allergies, etc.
Allergies And Immune System
The immune system is responsible for fighting against foreign bodies that may causes infections inside the human body. It is the defense mechanism of the human body. When the body detects specific allergens, it sometimes considered harmless in a non-allergic individual, whereas as a foreign invader in an allergic individual to attacks on the individual’s body and caused allergies.
Types of Allergies:
- Food Allergies
- Seasonal Allergies
- Severe Allergies
- Skin Allergies
Symptoms of Allergies
There are various symptoms of allergies mentioned above. Food allergies may lead to the following symptoms:
- Swelling
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Hives
It requires time for a person to detect the product or food that is causing allergies inside the body. Seasonal allergies show the following symptoms:
- Cold
- Cough
- Fever
- Congestion
- Puffy eyes, etc.
Severe allergies can also be life-threatening, and it may result due to the following factors:
- Breathing disorders
- Loss of consciousness
- Lightheadedness
The symptoms of skin allergies are as follows:
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Itching
- Burning
- Redness on the skin, etc
What is Coronavirus?
Coronavirus is a type of virus that mimics the symptoms that may refer to the various types of allergies. In contrast, we have specifically explained the symptoms of the Coronavirus concerning seasonal allergies.
Coronavirus or COVID-19 Overview:
COVID 19 or Coronavirus is a novel virus that has not been previously identified. The scientists and researchers from all over the world are working to find out the exact source of COVID-19 or Coronavirus. This pandemic has reached across the globe. Coronavirus not only left his impact on people but also on the economy and cities.
This virus is a zoonotic virus that is transmitted from the animals to humans and belongs to the massive family of the viruses that are most common among animals, including cats, bats, etc., which causes illness among people. It may cause the illness from feeling cold and may lead to severe acute respiratory syndrome.
The people with respiratory illness are on the verge of danger as it mostly affects people with breathing difficulties.
Infected individuals with coronavirus will practice respiratory difficulties. The older people and those with the following disorders that include cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer, are likely to develop severe illness with coronavirus.
What are the Symptoms of Coronavirus?
Symptoms of Coronavirus may appear between two to fourteen days, and the symptoms are mainly:
- Runny nose
- Sore throat
- Headache
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Condition of being unwell
- The feeling of being lethargic
- Swollen eyes
- Itching in eyes
- Postnasal drip
- Blue colored under eyes.
The people with a weak immune system that includes the elderly or very young ones are more susceptible to the virus. It may lead to a fatal respiratory tract illness, which results in Pneumonia and Bronchitis.
Various Causes Of Coronavirus
As per the statistics and the data retrieved from the various countries, Coronavirus is very contagious. This infection transmits from one person to another. The virus spreads by the water droplets or the respiratory droplets when the infected individuals sneeze, whereas it is not an airborne disease. So as per the increasing statistics, we can predict the numbers will go up as the infected individuals are increasing day by day.
How Coronavirus Spread?
Coronavirus spreads from one infected individual to the other healthy individual, thus making them infected with the virus. It also spread in the following conditions:
- It can be via air coughing or sneezing.
- Spreads through personal or close contact with a person.
- Touching others or shaking hands might be the reason for spread.
- It can also be spread with close contact or touching the object and then having the same object in contact with your mouth, nose, or eyes, etc.
What Are The Risk Factors Of Coronavirus?
Risk factors for the Coronavirus may include:
- Those people are at higher risk who have some recent travel history.
- Traveling to places where there is a community of infected individuals.
Meeting with a person who has been infected with the COVID-19 virus can also increase your chances of being infected.
What Are COVID 19 Coronavirus Symptoms Not Allergies?
Symptoms that are specific for the Coronavirus and are not part of the seasonal allergies, and there are few significant differences between both which are as follows:
- Fever, as any seasonal allergy does not cause it.
- A person may suffer from diarrhea or nausea as it may not appears as a reaction to any seasonal allergies.
- One of the unique symptoms of the Coronavirus is the complete loss of smell and taste senses.
- If you are having any breathing difficulties, it may be due to any seasonal allergy, but in this case, consultation with a doctor is just as he or she may predict if you test positive or negative.
Symptoms When Visiting A Doctor Is Must
If you have any of the symptoms mentioned above, or you have met an infected (COVID-19) patient, you must consult a doctor. If you feel any of the coronavirus symptoms such as breathing difficulties, swollen eyes, chest pressure, etc., then you must consult your doctor or keep yourself in isolation so it might not affect others.
You should have informed your doctor about the previous medical history, so it would be easier for him to predict the ongoing condition and the symptoms of the Coronavirus. Keep yourself in isolation and also maintain a specific distance from people.
Complications Due To Coronavirus
The complications due to COVID 19 virus may include organ failure or a severe case of pneumonia. Most of the Coronavirus infected individuals suffer from moderate symptoms, but the disease can cause other complications and may lead to death.
Coronavirus Prevention
No vaccine is developed for this particular virus as well as no treatment available, but it can be prevented by taking the following measures:
- To avoid massive gathering and functions
- When visiting public places, restaurants, cinemas, etc.
- Maintaining the social distancing to prevent from getting infected.
- Practicing to maintain hygiene, washing hands with the soap for at least 20 seconds
- Avoid touching your face.
- Avoid handshakes
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