Vitiligo occurs when pigment-producing cells (melanocytes) die or stop producing melanin — the pigment that gives your skin, hair and eyes color. The involved patches of skin become lighter or white. Over the years, medical research has been trying to uncover the cause of vitiligo. Currently, there is no sole cause of vitiligo that is…
Skin Prick Test for Allergy
Did You Know Skin Prick Test is another way to test for Allergy? One way to diagnose allergies besides doing an allergy test without undergoing a blood test is by doing a skin prick test. Results can be attained in 20 mins. Learn more about Skin Prick Test
Skin Allergy
Eczema is a common skin condition where certain parts of our skin become inflamed and irritated. The most common type of eczema is atopic eczema, or simply known as skin allergy. This happens when our skin produces an allergic reaction against certain substances we come in contact with, such as dust or food that we…
A Cure for Allergy – Sublingual Immunotherapy
Allergy is a condition when our body immune system reacts excessively to a normal harmless substance (allergen), such as pollens, molds, house dust mites, pests, animal fur, certain food and medications. When encountered or exposed to these common allergens, the immune system will react by releasing histamines which cause inflammation and discomfort and may even…
Children’s Allergy
Children’s allergy is common. Most appear during childhood, but some appear later in life. Very often, it is impossible for us to find out what our children are allergic to. The most common allergy that children have is food allergy. The only way to find out is to do an allergy test. What is children’s…
Animal and Insect Allergy
Animal and insect allergy is more common than you think. Most appear during childhood, but some appear later in life. Very often, the allergic reaction starts after we acquire a new pet. However, sometimes, we have difficulties pinpointing the animal or insect we are allergic to. What is an animal and insect allergy? Animal and…
Food Allergy
Food allergy is common. Most appear during childhood, but some appear later in life. Very often, it is impossible for us to find out what food we are allergic to because food allergic reaction usually appears hours after consuming a particular food. What is Food allergy? Food allergy is an adverse reaction that occurs after eating…