Allergies are a condition in which our body’s immune system overreacts to common dust particles or other elements in the air as a big enemy. At this time, the immune cells release a chemical called ‘Histamine’, which causes sneezing, watery eyes, and itching. Here are the main reasons that lead to this:
Invisible Dust Mites: Dust mites are tiny creatures that cannot be seen with the naked eye and are found in our homes, such as mattresses, pillows, sofas, old books, and woolen clothes. Inhaling their remains causes chronic sneezing and allergies in most people.
Air pollution and smoke: Heavy dust particles on the road, smoke from vehicles, cigarette smoke, mosquito repellent smoke, and strong odors such as cooking oil in the kitchen are factors that quickly trigger allergies (Allergy Triggers).
Mold and humid environments (Mold / Fungi): Molds are more likely to grow in rooms, bathrooms, and AC vents with low light and ventilation and humidity. When their spores reach the respiratory tract through the air, severe allergies and phlegm are caused.
Pet hair and saliva: People who keep pets like cats and dogs at home can develop allergies through their hair, skin cells (dander), and saliva. If this reaches the lungs, the allergy can later turn into asthma (congestion).
Genetics: Heredity is one of the main causes of allergies. If any of the parents have allergies, asthma, or skin allergies (atopic dermatitis), the risk of children developing allergic diseases is more than 50 percent.
