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Common Causes for Shortness of Breath

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Breathing is an important part of everyday life. Every cell in our body depends on this subtle, but vital function. Unfortunately, some may experience frequent problems with breathing and even shortness of breath. According to the CDC, almost 16% of American experience breathing problems. For some, breathing problems are only acute – meaning short term. …

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Living with Food Allergies

Living with food allergies can seem like a daunting task. With sneaky ingredients constantly threatening to induce an allergic reaction, it is important to know how to keep yourself out of any harm. Following these few practices can make living with your food allergy easy and safe. Identify Labels If you live with a food …

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How to Avoid Mold Allergies at Home

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Mold allergies in the home are a very serious issue and can result in life-threatening health conditions. It is important to deal with any mold concerns you suspect within your home right away as it can cause minor issues such as mold allergies, asthma attacks, and eventually more serious illnesses. What Causes Mold Allergies? The …

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Living with Dog Allergies

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Millions of people enjoy sharing their homes and their lives with dogs, even those who are allergic to them. If you’re diagnosed with a dog allergy, you are not alone. Some people believe that once they are diagnosed with a dog allergy, they have no choice but to remove their dogs from their home. Thankfully, …

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How to Avoid Jet Lag

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Most travelers try to make the most of their limited time when on vacation, yet fail to take into account the leap in time zones they make in a matter of hours. It can take your body’s internal clock several days to catch up to that leap, and in the meantime, you’re likely to experience …

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Asthma and Pregnancy

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Asthma is the most common, potentially serious medical condition to complicate pregnancy. Well-controlled asthma is not associated with significant risk to the mother or the fetus. However, uncontrolled asthma can cause serious complications to the mother. However, asthma can be controlled by careful medical management and avoidance of known triggers, so asthma should not be …

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When Should You Be Worried About Exercise Induced Asthma?

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A strong, healthy body is one your best proactive defenses against disease. While exercising can cause shortness of breath in anyone, some people experience asthma episodes. During instances like these, you may have respiratory difficulty that is triggered by aerobic exercise that lasts for several minutes. The muscle bands around the airways respond to changes …

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What is Anaphylaxis?

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Some children are allergic to certain foods, medicines, insects and latex. When they come into contact with these things they develop symptoms, such as hives and shortness of breath. This is known as an allergic reaction. Things that cause an allergic reaction are called allergens. Take all allergic symptoms seriously because both mild and severe …

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The Relationship Between Menopause and Sleep

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Menopause is a time of major hormonal, physical and psychological change for women. While symptoms may vary from woman to woman, it is common to experience sleep problems. Many factors, such as hormonal changes, hot flashes, depression and mood swings, and coincidental social issues, impact sleep quality. In this article, we’ll explore the relationship between …

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Can Asthma Be Cured?

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Asthma is an inflammatory disease that affects the airways, causing symptoms like chronic cough, wheezing and shortness of breath. When you have asthma, not only do your airways become narrow, but it also produces more mucus, which makes it extremely difficult for you to breathe. Although asthma cannot be cured, its symptoms can still be …

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