The top 10 most common allergies include:
- Pollen: Pollen from plants like grasses, trees, and weeds triggers hay fever or seasonal allergies.
- Animal Dander: This includes the skin flakes from cats, dogs, and other animals.
- Dust Mites: Microscopic creatures that live in dust and can cause allergies.
- Insect Stings: Allergic reactions to stings from bees, wasps, and other insects.
- Mold: Allergic reactions to mold spores, which are found both indoors and outdoors.
- Food: Food allergies can be triggered by various foods like peanuts, milk, eggs, soy, wheat, tree nuts, shellfish, fish, sesame seeds, and others.
- Latex: A rubber-like substance found in gloves, balloons, and other products.
- Milk: One of the most common food allergies, particularly in children.
- Eggs: Another common food allergy, often affecting children.
- Peanuts: One of the most severe food allergies, capable of causing life-threatening reactions.
These are just some of the most common allergies. There are many other allergens that can cause allergic reactions. If you are experiencing allergic symptoms, it is important to see a doctor to get a diagnosis and treatment plan.
