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An allergy is an exaggerated response from your immune system to a normally harmless substance. Common allergens (the name given to these trigger substances) include pollen, mold, dust mites, pet dander, food and chemicals. Allergies affect about one out of every five Americans. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Causes Allergies? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your immune system is your body\u2019s first line of defense against germs and bacteria. Comprised of cells, proteins, tissues and organs, it is essential in maintaining your health and preventing infections. When a threat is perceived, the immune system responds by attacking the substances that are invading the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Allergies are the result of the immune system responding in an over protective manner to a harmless substance. When an allergen is encountered, antibodies \u2013 proteins designed to protect against foreign invaders \u2013 are produced. These trigger the release of chemicals called histamines, which are responsible for the telltale symptoms of allergies.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Are the Symptoms of Allergies? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Allergies may be seasonal or occur year-round. Hay fever caused by pollen from grasses, trees and weeds is the most common seasonal allergy. Symptoms include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n