A sensitivity or inappropriate reaction may cause symptoms from any organ system in the body. Some systems are prone to reacting to certain families of allergies or substances, such as the respiratory system reacting to pollen. However, a substance may affect any organ system, which could cause a multitude of symptoms varying from case to case. For example, a reaction to wheat may cause hives in one person, digestive issues in another, fatigue, wheezing or acid reflux all in different patients. AAT addresses the specific organ systems affected by the allergen or offending substance.
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
Reactions include acid reflux, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), indigestion, heartburn, abdominal and intestinal pain, gas, bloating, diarrhea and vomiting. Primarily caused by food allergies or other ingestants.
RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
Symptoms include sinusitis, hay fever, wheezing, asthma, chronic cough, shortness of breath, skin conditions, rashes and itchy, watery eyes. Reactions may be caused by allergies/sensitivities to fungus, molds, pollens, dust, dust mites, food, chemicals and animals (including dog and cat dander and bird feathers), airborne substances and contactants.
DERMATOLOGICAL
Symptoms may include eczema, skin rashes, hives, blisters and atopic dermatitis. The main cause of dermatological reactions is allergies/sensitivities to food but can also be caused by allergies to plants, contactants and chemicals.
HEADACHES AND MIGRAINES
Caused primarily by allergies/sensitivities to food such as chocolate and caffeine, airborne irritants such as pollens and chemicals including household cleaners, perfumes, acids, salicylates and vehicle fumes.
TIREDNESS AND FATIGUE
Many reactions result in lethargy and feeling of fatigue. Tiredness can also occur at certain times of the day, such as in the afternoon after eating.
MULTIPLE SYSTEMS
Allergies/sensitivities can affect multiple systems in the body, resulting in headaches, irritability, hyperactivity, mood swings, depression, anxiety, fatigue, tachycardia or inflammation. In children such reactions can manifest as Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), which is often accompanied by redness around the eyes and nose and repetitive behavior patterns.
GENERAL
:: Chemicals - household cleaners, perfumes, building materials, detergents, softeners and pestisides.
:: Household allergens can include carpet fibers and paint.
:: Occupational allergies such as indoor air pollution, latex and building materials.
:: Animals – dogs, cats, birds, rabbits.
:: Sunlight, heat, cold and humidity/dampness.
Please be advised:
AAT does not treat cases of anaphylaxis.
