Allergy Symptoms: The diverse symptoms of an allergy
The symptoms of an allergy can be very diverse. It is therefore important to interpret unusual symptoms correctly. Find out here which symptoms can indicate which allergy.
Allergy symptoms in the eyes
- Burning, dry, itchy or watery eyes
- Conjunctivitis – chronic inflammation of the conjunctiva
- swelling of the eye or eyelid
- sensitivity to light
The symptoms of an eye allergy usually show up with the following allergic diseases:
- hay fever
- animal dander allergy
- contact allergy
- cross allergy
- mold allergy
Ear allergy symptoms
- tinnitus
- ear infection
- ear itching
- deafness
The symptoms of an ear allergy usually show up with the following allergic diseases:
- hay fever
- cross allergy
- mold allergy
Allergy symptoms on the nose
- allergic rhinitis
- itching of the nose
- sneezing attacks
- Sinusitis – chronic inflammation of the sinuses
- rhinitis
- odorlessness
The symptoms of an allergy in the nose usually appear with the following allergic diseases:
- asthma
- hay fever
- animal dander allergy
- cross allergy
- house dust allergy
- histamine intolerance
- mold allergy
Allergy symptoms in the respiratory tract
- Swelling of the lips, throat, tongue or mouth
- Sore throat
- difficulty swallowing or breathing
- bronchitis
- Congested airways
- coughing
- Dry cough
- pseudocroup
The symptoms of an allergy in the respiratory tract usually appear in the following allergic diseases:
- asthma
- hay fever
- animal dander allergy
- cross allergy
- house dust allergy
- histamine intolerance
- mold allergy
Skin allergy symptoms
- hair loss
- Acne or small pimples
- itching of the skin
- Rash, redness and inflammation of the skin
- wheals
- heavy sweating
The allergy symptoms on the skin usually appear in the following allergic diseases:
- neurodermatitis
- Psoriasis – psoriasis
- contact allergy
- animal dander allergy
- insect bite allergy
- histamine intolerance
- sun allergy
- food intolerance
- fructose intolerance
Allergy symptoms of the digestive system
- stomach pain
- nausea or vomiting
- heartburn
- bloating
- Chronic gastritis – inflammation of the gastric mucosa
- diarrhea or constipation
- gas
- Enteritis – inflammation of the bowel
The symptoms of an allergy of the digestive system usually appear with the following allergic diseases:
- cross allergy
- histamine intolerance
- food intolerance
- fructose intolerance
- lactose intolerance
- gluten intolerance
The most serious manifestation of an allergic reaction is anaphylactic shock . This reaction occurs within a few seconds. The symptoms begin, among other things, with nausea, circulatory problems and acute shortness of breath. This is followed by a drop in blood pressure, tachycardia and unconsciousness. Without prompt treatment, the affected person may experience circulatory and respiratory arrest and death.