Univ. of Nev. School of Medicine, Family Medicine

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How can I tell if I have sleep apnea?

There are a number of clues that you have sleep apnea. Your partner may complain that you snore... Full Answer

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Can children develop sleep apnea?

Children can indeed develop sleep apnea. This can be caused by any obstruction of the upper airway,... Full Answer

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What is sleep apnea?

Sleep apnea is a condition of abnormal breathing during sleep where airflow stops repeatedly and... Full Answer

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What are symptoms of anaphylaxis (anaphylactic shock)?

Anaphylactic shock causes the sudden onset of severe symptoms that may involve different... Full Answer

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What problems can develop if I don't treat my allergies?

The most likely consequence of untreated allergies is that you will feel symptoms such as continual... Full Answer

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How can I get rid of allergens?

The first step in getting rid of allergens is to know what allergens affect you. Allergy testing... Full Answer

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What are some common myths about allergies?

There are many myths about allergies. For example, allergic reactions to pets are usually... Full Answer

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How can I help prevent seasonal allergies?

Using a high-efficiency particulate air filter (HEPA) and a humidifier can help. So can attempting... Full Answer

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What are common indoor allergens?

Common indoor allergens include dander from pets, dust mites, mold, pollen from indoor plants,... Full Answer

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Why do people often have both allergies and asthma?

Asthma and allergies can go hand in hand due to having similar inflammatory reactions. Asthma is a... Full Answer

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Do allergic reactions get worse each time someone has one?

This depends on the actual allergic reactions. Typical seasonal allergies to pollen and such things... Full Answer

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What are the symptoms of allergies?

Allergy symptoms depend on your particular allergy and can involve the airways, sinuses and nasal... Full Answer

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Are drug allergies inherited?

Drug allergies are not inherited -- they are acquired during someone's life. Typically, to develop... Full Answer

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Can reactions to poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac be prevented?

Poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac produce a resin (think of it like an oil) containing... Full Answer

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How are reactions to poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac treated?

Poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac produce a resin (think of it like an oil) containing... Full Answer

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