Moulds
Moulds What are Moulds?Mould spores are prolific everywhere. They include the black mould that forms on window frames and others that are found on decaying Allergy_Mould_2food; also mushrooms and fungi that grow wild. Exposure to mould is widespread, so it is difficult to determine how much mould an individual is exposed to in everyday life. […]
Cockroach
Cockroach How do Cockroaches cause Allergy symptoms?Cockroaches live in all types of buildings and all kinds of neighbourhoods. Some people develop allergy symptoms when they are around cockroaches. Luckily, there are ways to treat a cockroach allergy and prevent and get rid of cockroaches.Cockroach allergens are widely distributed throughout homes, schools and other public places. […]
Dust Mites
Dust Mites What Are Dust Mites?Dust mites are the most common cause of allergy from house dust. Dust mites are hardy creatures that live and multiply easily in warm, humid places. They prefer temperatures at or above 70 degrees Fahrenheit with a relative humidity of 75 percent to 80 percent. They die when the humidity […]
Asthma in Special Situations
Asthma in Special Situations 1) Asthma in elderly 2) Asthma in Pregnancy Asthmatic bronchitis complicates on and average 4 to 8 % of pregnancies. Poorly managed or uncontrolled asthma during pregnancy can adversely affect the mother and infants health. Maternal asthma increases the risk of pre-eclampsia, preterm birth and low birth weight Perinatal mortality was […]
Childhood Asthma
Childhood Asthma Causes Asthma is caused by swelling in the airways. During an asthma attack, the muscles surrounding the airways tighten. The lining of the air passages swells. Less air is able to pass through as a result.Asthma is often seen in children. It is a leading cause of missed school days and hospital visits […]
