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Drug Allergy Drug Allergy is a common adverse reaction to medication. A same medication may not cause any reaction to a person, yet may cause unforeseen allergic reactions to another person. An allergic reaction occurs when the body’s immune system mistaken a harmless substance as an allergen, in the case of a medication, triggering a cascade of allergic events. What…

Allergic reaction An allergic reaction occurs when the body’s immune system reacts normal particles which are usually harmless (also known as allergens). Whilst these substances do not usually cause any issues, in individuals who have allergy, their body defense system sees this allergen as threat and mount a response against these particles. Common allergens include: Protein produced by house dust…

Introduction to Allergies Allergies can occur to anyone, anytime. Allergies can affect our daily activities and reduce our quality of lives. Allergies occur when the body’s immune system reacts to a usual harmless substance (known as an allergen). Allergen normally do not cause any issues in most people, however, in allergic individuals, the body’s immune system identifies the allergen as…

Sublingual Immunotherapy Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT) is an effective and safe form of allergy therapy that targets a particular allergen, modifying the body’s immune system, allowing it to adapt and de-sensitized against the allergen.  It is useful in allergic respiratory diseases such as allergic rhinitis and asthma. The medication is administered beneath the tongue. Why Should I consider Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT)? It…

Allergy Testing Allergy Testing is offered to detect specific allergens. By identifying the culprit allergens, they can be avoided to preventing future allergic reactions or undergo Immunotherapy as part of the treatment. Allergy testing can be performed via blood tests or skin prick test. Which Allergy Test is Suitable for Me? Speak to your doctor on your individual concerns and allergy…