{"id":1587,"date":"2021-06-04T23:19:23","date_gmt":"2021-06-04T23:19:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carolinaearnosethroat.com\/?p=1587"},"modified":"2021-06-04T23:19:27","modified_gmt":"2021-06-04T23:19:27","slug":"the-relationship-between-allergies-asthma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carolinaearnosethroat.com\/the-relationship-between-allergies-asthma\/","title":{"rendered":"The Relationship Between Allergies &#038; Asthma"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), approximately 50 million Americans experience allergies and 25 million have asthma. In fact, it\u2019s common for these two conditions to go hand-in-hand. We explore the link between allergies and asthma below. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Symptoms?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/carolinaearnosethroat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/woman-couch-allergies-1280x853.jpg\" alt=\"Woman with allergies lying down on couch.\" class=\"wp-image-1589\" width=\"346\" height=\"229\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Both allergies and asthma can cause respiratory symptoms, including coughing and airway congestion. However, many symptoms are unique to each condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Allergy Symptoms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Common allergy symptoms, which usually occur after being exposed to pollen at <a href=\"https:\/\/raleighnc.gov\/places\/pullen-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pullen Park<\/a> or other triggering substances, include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Itchy, red, watery eyes.<\/li><li>Runny\/stuffy nose.<\/li><li>Sneezing.<\/li><li>Itchy\/scratchy throat.<\/li><li>Postnasal drip.<\/li><li>Cough.<\/li><li>Rash and hives.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Asthma Symptoms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In many cases, asthma involves the following symptoms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Tightness in the chest.<\/li><li>Wheezing.<\/li><li>Loss of breath.<\/li><li>Inability to catch breath.<\/li><li>Coughing, especially at night or in the morning.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Link Between Allergies &amp; Asthma<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people experience either allergies or asthma, but it\u2019s also common to experience both together. This is known as allergy-induced asthma. It is estimated that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aafa.org\/allergic-asthma\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">60%<\/a> of asthma cases are allergy-induced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Experts hypothesize this link is due to many common allergens also triggering asthma symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The immune system\u2019s job is to protect your body from diseases, infections and illnesses. For those with allergies, when the immune system detects a particular substance, like pollen, it overreacts. During this reaction, the immune system produces antibodies known as Immunoglobulin E (IgE), prompting the production of histamine. Histamine causes swelling and mucus production, resulting in your allergy and asthma symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Managing Allergies &amp; Asthma<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Allergies and asthma can be treated individually; however, they are usually treated together in the case of allergy-induced asthma. Options for managing this condition include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Allergy shots.<\/strong> This type of immunotherapy works similar to a vaccine in that small amounts of an allergen are introduced into the body so that the immune system can build up a tolerance.<\/li><li><strong>Montelukast (Singulair). <\/strong>This medication is primarily prescribed for asthma, but can also provide relief for allergy symptoms. It is a daily pill that controls the body\u2019s immune response.<\/li><li><strong>Anti-immunoglobulin E (IgE) immunotherapy<\/strong>. This type of therapy targets the chemical signals that produce an allergic reaction. This treatment is usually only recommended for people with moderate to severe persistent asthma who don\u2019t respond to other types of treatment.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information about allergy-induced asthma or to schedule an appointment with an expert allergist, call Carolina Ear, Nose, Throat, Sinus &amp; Allergy today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Learn More About Allergies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/carolinaearnosethroat.com\/should-you-start-preparing-for-spring-allergies-now\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Should You Start Preparing for Spring Allergies Now?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/carolinaearnosethroat.com\/holiday-allergy-triggers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Holiday Allergy Triggers<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/carolinaearnosethroat.com\/can-allergies-affect-your-ears\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Can Allergies Affect Your Ears?<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), approximately 50 million Americans experience allergies and 25 million have asthma. In fact, it\u2019s common for these two conditions to go hand-in-hand. We explore the link between allergies and asthma below. &nbsp; What Are the Symptoms? 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