Author: Saroj Kumari
Like many other allergies, reactions to animals are becoming increasingly common, and the number of households where pets are becoming a problem is gradually growing. To answer all your questions on this topic, we spoke with our specialist, Dr. Cristina Ortega Casanueva, an allergist, who provided us with all the necessary information. Which animals commonly cause allergies? The most common allergy is to cats, followed by dogs, although any animal with fur, feathers or scales can cause it, and given that the range of animals kept as pets is expanding not only to hamsters, guinea pigs or rabbits, but also…
It’s not just our perception. Healthcare professionals also acknowledge that the number of allergy sufferers increases every year , largely due to climate change and the longer pollen season. As a result, the familiar and bothersome symptoms appear: itchy nose, throat, and eyes, rhinitis, sneezing, nasal congestion, runny nose, and watery eyes. ” Rhinitis can impair quality of life by disrupting concentration when performing daily tasks at work or at home, interfering with people’s rest, causing physical discomfort, and decreasing work or school performance,” says Dr. Antonio Luis Valero Santiago, head of the Allergy Department at Quirónsalud Barcelona Hospital. A study conducted among patients who attend the consultation…
That annoying runny nose, the incessant sneezing, the congestion… It’s a common experience we face when our upper respiratory tract is affected by various causes. But how can we tell if we’re dealing with a common cold or an allergy? At first glance, the symptoms can be so similar that it’s easy to confuse them. However, differentiating between these two conditions is key to finding the right relief and avoiding unnecessary or ineffective treatments. Although both can make us feel quite uncomfortable, a cold is caused by a virus, while an allergy is a reaction of our immune system to…
How do helper T cells activate B cells and Difference between B-cells vs. T-cells? Helper T cells are a type of immune system cell that plays a crucial role in activating other immune system cells, especially B cells . These cells are fundamental to the adaptive immune response, as they help coordinate the body’s defense against pathogens such as viruses and bacteria. In this article, we will explore how helper T cells activate B cells, describing the processes and mechanisms involved in this interaction, which is essential for the body’s health. What are helper T cells? Helper T cells, also known as CD4+ T…
Many Thai hotels prohibit bringing cigarettes into rooms due to their strong odor, and some taxi drivers in the country, in addition to banning weapons and smoking, also prohibit carrying cigarettes in their vehicles. Darwin would have tried it. It’s said that, during his voyage aboard the Beagle, Charles Darwin threw every exotic animal he encountered into the cooking pot. Óscar López-Fonseca invites us to explore the world’s kitchens with culinary experiences that the father of the theory of evolution would surely have dared to try on that journey. Thai cuisine is varied and flavorful , full of tastes and ingredients rarely found…