Lactase deficiency is often mistaken for an allergy to milk protein and vice versa. The confusion arises from the similarity of symptoms. But the nature of these pathologies is different: lactase deficiency is a digestive disorder, and milk allergy is an immune problem. Let's take a closer look at both of these—how they differ and what type of medical help to seek if necessary.
Approximately half of the world's population live with allergies. Those who want to keep this disorder under control should know exactly if they actually have an allergy and what causes the reaction.
Up to 60 % of people suffer from allergies, most often appearing as an allergy to pets. It can be frustrating when only one member of the family has an allergy, while everyone else is dreaming of a cat or a dog. Is it possible to have a pet in this situation?
In the House MD television series, medical assistants went searching for mold in the houses of the patients every time they demonstrated any strange symptoms. Mold can cause dangerous diseases and should be taken very seriously.
Even well-intentioned parents can be overbearing in raising and caring for their children. What are the common mistakes we make when trying to take good care of our children?
Some people's immune system reacts to certain products as poison, releasing histamine and other chemicals. Why do allergies occur? How can someone live with allergies? And how do allergies differ from food intolerances?
Scientists at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases have concluded that cat allergies can be defeated with asthma medication.
Surprisingly enough, there is a lively debate about daily pads and how to use them. Let's set the record straight.
Local destruction of fat deposits is the dream of many seeking to lose weight. It would eliminate the need to follow a diet, spend long hours in the gym, and count calories. One-shot, and the fat is dissolved. What's the catch?
Feeding a child is an instinctive desire of any mother and father. When a child refuses to eat, the parents worry. How concerned should parents be about a child who refuses to eat?
For a long time, doctors did not consider cold allergies to be an independent disease, preferring to attribute the symptoms to contact with an allergen. In recent years, however, medicine has admitted that this disorder is possible, even in people who are not allergic.
Lack of moisture in the air can lead to many problems. It would seem that a humidifier is the most logical solution. However, it doesn’t always solve the problem — and it sometimes can even create a bigger problem.
In the summer heat, everyone dreams about being close to an air conditioner. Today they are everywhere — in the office, at home, in the car. Some people worry that having an air conditioner running all the time can pose health risks. Is this true?
Eczema is one of the most common and most mysterious diseases. Despite this, medicine has not yet learned how to cope with it. Additionally, it most often affects children.
According to data from the World Allergy Association, up to 40 % of the world’s population suffers from an allergy. Allergies can start at any age, and no one is immune to them. Let’s look at nine of the reasons for this.
Some people buy a dog and then find out within a month that members of their family are allergic to it. This is an unfortunate scenario, but it does happen. If you are buying a dog for the first time, you must first make sure that all family members will be able to live with the dog under one roof.
When choosing a Christmas tree, you should think about two aspects: your health and ecology. Ornament carefully weighed all the pros and cons.
What is the most harmful thing you can do to your lungs? Most people would say smoking cigarettes, which is right. However, this is not the only threat to lung health and breathing properly.
Even though bronchial asthma has been around for a while, there are still many myths and misconceptions around it. Let’s look at some widely held beliefs.
Sometimes, when looking at the mirror in the morning, we see swelling under the eyes, more commonly known as “bags”. In summer, we see marks from shoes on our feet or have difficulties removing rings from our fingers. These symptoms shouldn’t be taken lightly since they are the first signs of edema. Why does swelling occur?
Many medications relieve allergy symptoms but do not address the cause. Is it possible to get rid of allergies once and for all?
If you are happy with the arrival of spring, you must not suffer from allergies. Those who are less fortunate begin to feel the first signs of seasonal allergy caused by flowering plants in the beginning of March. The culprit of all suffering is pollen. How do you alleviate it? Read on!
Although many people only eat turkey on holidays, it can be beneficial to eat it more often due to its health benefits. Let’s look at why turkey is such a healthy option.
If you have a stuffy nose, the first thing you think of is a cold, and, of course, you start to treat it intensively. The problem is that a runny nose can be caused by a completely different reason ‒ for example, allergies. In the case of allergies, sprays and drops will not help.
Food intolerances and allergies are often confused. Let's look at the different causes and symptoms of these two phenomena.