Indoor allergies areallergiesthat are triggered by allergens commonly found in the home or other indoor locations.
Common indoor allergies include mold, dust mites, pet dander, and even cockroaches.
Your immune system will then release chemical mediators such as histamine in response to the allergen.
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These substances cause symptoms.
Blocking histamine with medications calledantihistaminescan alleviate symptoms.
It is not always possible to identify why some individuals' immune systems overreact, but allergies may behereditary.
Mites prefer warm and humid environments.
Symptoms of animal dander allergies are similar to the other indoor allergies.
you could be allergic to both indoor and outdoor molds.
Indoor mold allergies can cause year-round symptoms.
The body parts, saliva, and droppings from cockroaches contain proteins that some people are allergic to.
Cockroach allergies are known for triggering asthma attacks.
This is a symptom of a life-threatening allergic reaction known asanaphylaxis.
Immunotherapy
In some cases, your allergy symptoms may be reduced or cured throughimmunotherapy.
This should help desensitize your immune system.
Immunotherapy must be administered under the supervision of your healthcare provider and can involve a significant time commitment.
They can cause mild to severe symptoms, but can be treated with allergy medications or immunotherapy.
A Word From Verywell
Indoor allergies are very common and can cause serious and sometimes debilitating symptoms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes.
It is possible to outgrow indoor allergens, but severe cases often do not resolve quickly.
Allergen avoidance and treatment is recommended in these cases.
Some symptoms such as itchiness or hives are common with allergies but not with the common cold.
Having a strong family history of allergies may put you at risk for developing indoor allergies.
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