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Synopsis An allergy is your body’s hypersensitive reaction to a normally harmless substance. These substances, be they food, pollen, a bee sting, dust mites, or a host of others, are called allergens. In the body of an allergic person, the immune system reacts abnormally when an allergen is brought into contact or absorbed by their body. As the allergy season progresses, many people complain of fatigue, exhaustion and lethargy. Allergies are one of the most common medical ailments. Sinus, contact dermatitis, food, and reactions to insect stings are the most common allergy types. This book sets out in details what causes allergic reactions, their treatment and ways to ward off these allergies. In India, bronchial asthma is a common disorder, and hence the focus is more on asthma in relation to other common allergies. The simple-to-read book is designed for the layman, with clear explanations of the various allergies.