common-allergies-js

[ { "id": "sunlight-024", "name": "Sunlight", "type": "Other", "category": "Physical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Itchy rash or hives on sun-exposed skin", "Blisters or bumps", "Scaly or leathery patches", "Headache, nausea, or fever in severe cases" ], "crossReactivity": ["Sometimes other forms of UV radiation"], "prevalence": { "general": "Varies depending on the specific type of photosensitivity" }, "commonSources": ["Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun"], "medicalName": "Photosensitivity or Solar urticaria", "testingMethods": ["Phototesting"], "treatment": "Avoidance of sun exposure, protective clothing, sunscreen, medications" }, { "id": "cold-025", "name": "Cold", "type": "Other", "category": "Physical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Hives or itchy welts on skin exposed to cold", "Swelling of hands and feet upon warming", "Severe, body-wide reaction (anaphylaxis) in rare cases" ], "crossReactivity": ["Sometimes other physical stimuli"], "prevalence": { "general": "Rare" }, "commonSources": ["Exposure to cold air, water, or objects"], "medicalName": "Cold urticaria", "testingMethods": ["Ice cube test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of cold exposure, antihistamines, epinephrine for severe reactions" }, { "id": "water-026", "name": "Water", "type": "Other", "category": "Physical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Itchy hives appear within minutes of skin contact with water, regardless of temperature" ], "crossReactivity": ["Own tears or sweat (in some cases)"], "prevalence": { "general": "Very rare" }, "commonSources": ["Contact with water"], "medicalName": "Aquagenic urticaria", "testingMethods": ["Water challenge test"], "treatment": "Antihistamines, barrier creams, UV light therapy" }, { "id": "heat-114", "name": "Heat", "type": "Other", "category": "Physical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Small, itchy bumps or hives, usually on the neck, chest, and back", "Redness of the skin", "Prickly or stinging sensation" ], "crossReactivity": ["Exercise, sweating"], "prevalence": { "general": "Common" }, "commonSources": ["Exposure to heat, sweating, hot showers or baths, exercise"], "medicalName": "Heat urticaria or Cholinergic urticaria", "testingMethods": ["Exercise challenge test", "Methacholine skin test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of heat and sweating, antihistamines" }, { "id": "pressure-115", "name": "Pressure", "type": "Other", "category": "Physical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Swollen, red welts on skin that has been under pressure", "Deep swelling that can be painful and last for hours" ], "crossReactivity": ["Tight clothing, prolonged sitting or standing"], "prevalence": { "general": "Common" }, "commonSources": ["Tight clothing, belts, bra straps, prolonged sitting or standing"], "medicalName": "Pressure urticaria", "testingMethods": ["Applying pressure to the skin with weights"], "treatment": "Avoidance of prolonged pressure, antihistamines" }, { "id": "exercise-116", "name": "Exercise", "type": "Other", "category": "Physical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Hives, itching, flushing", "Dizziness, lightheadedness", "Difficulty breathing", "Stomach cramps, nausea, diarrhea", "Anaphylaxis (severe cases)" ], "crossReactivity": ["Sometimes specific foods consumed before exercise"], "prevalence": { "general": "Rare" }, "commonSources": ["Physical activity"], "medicalName": "Exercise-induced anaphylaxis", "testingMethods": ["Exercise challenge test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of triggering exercise, carrying an epinephrine auto-injector" }, { "id": "vibration-117", "name": "Vibration", "type": "Other", "category": "Physical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Hives, itching, and swelling shortly after exposure to vibration" ], "crossReactivity": ["None well-established"], "prevalence": { "general": "Very rare" }, "commonSources": ["Vibrating machinery, tools, or vehicles"], "medicalName": "Vibratory urticaria", "testingMethods": ["Applying a vibrating device to the skin"], "treatment": "Avoidance of vibration, antihistamines" }, { "id": "dermatographia-118", "name": "Dermatographia", "type": "Other", "category": "Physical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Raised, red lines or welts appear on the skin where it has been scratched or rubbed" ], "crossReactivity": ["None well-established"], "prevalence": { "general": "Common" }, "commonSources": ["Scratching, rubbing, pressure on the skin"], "medicalName": "Dermatographism or Skin writing", "testingMethods": ["Stroking the skin with a blunt object"], "treatment": "Usually no treatment needed, antihistamines for itching" }, { "id": "nickel-119", "name": "Nickel", "type": "Other", "category": "Metal", "commonSymptoms": [ "Itchy rash at the site of contact", "Redness, swelling, blistering" ], "crossReactivity": ["Cobalt, palladium"], "prevalence": { "general": "Common" }, "commonSources": ["Jewelry, belt buckles, snaps, zippers, keys, coins, mobile phones, eyeglass frames"], "medicalName": "Nickel contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of nickel-containing items, topical corticosteroids" }, { "id": "gold-120", "name": "Gold", "type": "Other", "category": "Metal", "commonSymptoms": [ "Itchy rash at the site of contact", "Redness, swelling" ], "crossReactivity": ["Other metals (less common)"], "prevalence": { "general": "Less common than nickel allergy" }, "commonSources": ["Jewelry, dental fillings"], "medicalName": "Gold contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of gold-containing items, topical corticosteroids" }, { "id": "cobalt-121", "name": "Cobalt", "type": "Other", "category": "Metal", "commonSymptoms": [ "Itchy rash at the site of contact", "Redness, swelling, blistering" ], "crossReactivity": ["Nickel, chromium"], "prevalence": { "general": "Relatively common, often co-occurs with nickel allergy" }, "commonSources": ["Jewelry, metal tools, pigments in paints and ceramics, vitamin B12"], "medicalName": "Cobalt contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of cobalt-containing items, topical corticosteroids" }, { "id": "chromium-122", "name": "Chromium", "type": "Other", "category": "Metal", "commonSymptoms": [ "Itchy rash at the site of contact", "Redness, swelling, blistering" ], "crossReactivity": ["Cobalt (sometimes)"], "prevalence": { "general": "Relatively common" }, "commonSources": ["Leather products (tanning process), cement, metal alloys, paints"], "medicalName": "Chromium contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of chromium-containing items, topical corticosteroids" }, { "id": "fragrance-123", "name": "Fragrance", "type": "Other", "category": "Chemical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Itchy rash, hives", "Sneezing, runny nose", "Watery eyes", "Headache" ], "crossReactivity": ["Various scented products"], "prevalence": { "general": "Common" }, "commonSources": ["Perfumes, colognes, scented lotions, soaps, detergents, air fresheners"], "medicalName": "Fragrance allergy or contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of fragranced products, using fragrance-free alternatives" }, { "id": "latex-124", "name": "Latex", "type": "Other", "category": "Material", "commonSymptoms": [ "Hives, itching, skin rash", "Runny nose, sneezing", "Watery eyes", "Difficulty breathing, wheezing", "Anaphylaxis (severe cases)" ], "crossReactivity": ["Certain fruits (avocado, banana, kiwi, chestnut)"], "prevalence": { "healthcare workers, individuals with spina bifida": "Higher prevalence" }, "commonSources": ["Gloves, balloons, condoms, elastic bands, rubber products"], "medicalName": "Latex allergy", "testingMethods": ["Skin test", "Blood test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of latex products, carrying an epinephrine auto-injector" }, { "id": "animal-dander-cat-125", "name": "Cat Dander", "type": "Other", "category": "Animal Allergen", "commonSymptoms": [ "Sneezing, runny nose", "Itchy, watery eyes", "Coughing, wheezing", "Skin rash or hives" ], "crossReactivity": ["Other animal danders (sometimes)"], "prevalence": { "general": "Common" }, "commonSources": ["Cats"], "medicalName": "Cat allergy", "testingMethods": ["Skin test", "Blood test"], "treatment": "Avoidance, antihistamines, nasal corticosteroids, immunotherapy" }, { "id": "animal-dander-dog-126", "name": "Dog Dander", "type": "Other", "category": "Animal Allergen", "commonSymptoms": [ "Sneezing, runny nose", "Itchy, watery eyes", "Coughing, wheezing", "Skin rash or hives" ], "crossReactivity": ["Other animal danders (sometimes)"], "prevalence": { "general": "Common" }, "commonSources": ["Dogs"], "medicalName": "Dog allergy", "testingMethods": ["Skin test", "Blood test"], "treatment": "Avoidance, antihistamines, nasal corticosteroids, immunotherapy" }, { "id": "mold-spores-127", "name": "Mold Spores", "type": "Other", "category": "Environmental Allergen", "commonSymptoms": [ "Sneezing, runny or stuffy nose", "Itchy, watery eyes", "Coughing, wheezing", "Skin rash" ], "crossReactivity": ["Different types of molds"], "prevalence": { "general": "Common" }, "commonSources": ["Damp areas, basements, bathrooms, outdoors in decaying vegetation"], "medicalName": "Mold allergy", "testingMethods": ["Skin test", "Blood test"], "treatment": "Avoidance, antihistamines, nasal corticosteroids, immunotherapy" }, { "id": "tree-pollen-128", "name": "Tree Pollen", "type": "Other", "category": "Environmental Allergen", "commonSymptoms": [ "Sneezing, runny or stuffy nose", "Itchy, watery eyes", "Sore throat due to postnasal drip" ], "crossReactivity": ["Grass and weed pollen (sometimes)", "Certain fruits and vegetables (oral allergy syndrome)"], "prevalence": { "general": "Common in spring" }, "commonSources": ["Various tree species (e.g., oak, birch, maple, pine)"], "medicalName": "Seasonal allergic rhinitis (tree pollen)", "testingMethods": ["Skin test", "Blood test"], "treatment": "Avoidance, antihistamines, nasal corticosteroids, immunotherapy" }, { "id": "grass-pollen-129", "name": "Grass Pollen", "type": "Other", "category": "Environmental Allergen", "commonSymptoms": [ "Sneezing, runny or stuffy nose", "Itchy, watery eyes", "Coughing, wheezing" ], "crossReactivity": ["Tree and weed pollen (sometimes)", "Certain fruits and vegetables (oral allergy syndrome)"], "prevalence": { "general": "Common in late spring and summer" }, "commonSources": ["Various grass species (e.g., ryegrass, timothy grass, Bermuda grass)"], "medicalName": "Seasonal allergic rhinitis (grass pollen)", "testingMethods": ["Skin test", "Blood test"], "treatment": "Avoidance, antihistamines, nasal corticosteroids, immunotherapy" }, { "id": "weed-pollen-130", "name": "Weed Pollen", "type": "Other", "category": "Environmental Allergen", "commonSymptoms": [ "Sneezing, runny or stuffy nose", "Itchy, watery eyes", "Sore throat due to postnasal drip" ], "crossReactivity": ["Tree and grass pollen (sometimes)", "Certain fruits and vegetables (oral allergy syndrome)"], "prevalence": { "general": "Common in late summer and fall" }, "commonSources": ["Various weed species (e.g., ragweed, pollen, sagebrush)"], "medicalName": "Seasonal allergic rhinitis (weed pollen)", "testingMethods": ["Skin test", "Blood test"], "treatment": "Avoidance, antihistamines, nasal corticosteroids, immunotherapy" }, { "id": "dust-131", "name": "Dust (general)", "type": "Other", "category": "Environmental Allergen", "commonSymptoms": [ "Sneezing, runny or stuffy nose", "Itchy, watery eyes", "Coughing, wheezing" ], "crossReactivity": ["Often related to dust mites, pet dander, and mold"], "prevalence": { "general": "Common" }, "commonSources": ["Household dust containing dust mites, pet dander, mold spores, etc."], "medicalName": "Perennial allergic rhinitis", "testingMethods": ["Allergy testing to specific components of dust"], "treatment": "Avoidance, antihistamines, nasal corticosteroids" }, { "id": "smoke-132", "name": "Smoke (Irritant, not always allergic, but can trigger reactions)", "type": "Other", "category": "Irritant", "commonSymptoms": [ "Coughing, wheezing", "Shortness of breath", "Eye irritation", "Sore throat" ], "crossReactivity": ["Other airborne irritants"], "prevalence": { "general": "Common" }, "commonSources": ["Cigarette smoke, wood smoke, pollution"], "medicalName": "Irritant-induced respiratory symptoms", "testingMethods": ["Pulmonary function tests"], "treatment": "Avoidance of smoke exposure, inhalers (if asthmatic)" }, { "id": "perfume-133", "name": "Perfume (see Fragrance)", "type": "Other", "category": "Chemical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Itchy rash, hives", "Sneezing, runny nose", "Watery eyes", "Headache" ], "crossReactivity": ["Other fragranced products"], "prevalence": {"general": "Common"}, "commonSources": ["Perfumes, colognes"], "medicalName": "Fragrance allergy or contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of perfumes, using fragrance-free alternatives" }, { "id": "cosmetics-134", "name": "Cosmetics (Specific Ingredients)", "type": "Other", "category": "Chemical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Skin rash, itching, redness, swelling" ], "crossReactivity": ["Depends on the specific ingredient"], "prevalence": {"general": "Common"}, "commonSources": ["Makeup, lotions, shampoos, conditioners"], "medicalName": "Cosmetic contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of specific ingredients, using hypoallergenic products" }, { "id": "cleaning-products-135", "name": "Cleaning Products (Specific Chemicals)", "type": "Other", "category": "Chemical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Skin rash, burning sensation", "Respiratory irritation, coughing" ], "crossReactivity": ["Depends on the specific chemical"], "prevalence": {"general": "Common irritant reactions, true allergy less common"}, "commonSources": ["Soaps, detergents, bleach, disinfectants"], "medicalName": "Irritant or allergic contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of specific chemicals, using protective measures" }, { "id": "dyes-hair-dye-136", "name": "Hair Dye", "type": "Other", "category": "Chemical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Scalp itching, redness, swelling", "Rash on the neck, face, or ears" ], "crossReactivity": ["Other dyes, paraphenylenediamine (PPD) is a common allergen"], "prevalence": {"general": "Relatively common"}, "commonSources": ["Permanent and semi-permanent hair dyes"], "medicalName": "Hair dye allergy or contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of hair dyes containing the allergen, using alternative products" }, { "id": "preservatives-formaldehyde-137", "name": "Formaldehyde", "type": "Other", "category": "Chemical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Skin rash, itching, burning sensation" ], "crossReactivity": ["Other formaldehyde-releasing preservatives"], "prevalence": {"general": "Relatively common contact allergen"}, "commonSources": ["Cosmetics, lotions, cleaning products, fabrics, glues"], "medicalName": "Formaldehyde contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of formaldehyde-containing products" }, { "id": "preservatives-parabens-138", "name": "Parabens", "type": "Other", "category": "Chemical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Skin rash, itching, redness" ], "crossReactivity": ["Other parabens"], "prevalence": {"general": "Less common than formaldehyde allergy"}, "commonSources": ["Cosmetics, lotions, shampoos, conditioners, some medications"], "medicalName": "Paraben contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of paraben-containing products" }, { "id": "acrylics-139", "name": "Acrylics", "type": "Other", "category": "Material", "commonSymptoms": [ "Skin rash, itching, swelling" ], "crossReactivity": ["Methacrylates"], "prevalence": {"general": "Can occur from nail products, dental materials, and some fabrics"}, "commonSources": ["Artificial nails, nail polish, dental prosthetics, acrylic fabrics"], "medicalName": "Acrylic contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of acrylic-containing products" }, { "id": "wool-140", "name": "Wool", "type": "Other", "category": "Material", "commonSymptoms": [ "Itchy skin, rash" ], "crossReactivity": ["Lanolin (wool wax)"], "prevalence": {"general": "Irritant contact dermatitis is more common than true allergy"}, "commonSources": ["Wool clothing, blankets, carpets"], "medicalName": "Wool contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of wool products" }, { "id": "lanolin-141", "name": "Lanolin", "type": "Other", "category": "Animal Product", "commonSymptoms": [ "Skin rash, itching" ], "crossReactivity": ["Wool"], "prevalence": {"general": "Relatively common contact allergen"}, "commonSources": ["Moisturizers, cosmetics, nipple creams"], "medicalName": "Lanolin contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of lanolin-containing products" }, { "id": "cement-142", "name": "Cement (Chromate)", "type": "Other", "category": "Material", "commonSymptoms": [ "Skin rash, itching, blistering on contact" ], "crossReactivity": ["Other sources of chromate"], "prevalence": {"general": "Common in individuals with occupational exposure"}, "commonSources": ["Wet cement, mortar, grout"], "medicalName": "Cement contact dermatitis (chromate allergy)", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of contact with wet cement, protective gear" }, { "id": "glues-adhesives-143", "name": "Glues and Adhesives (Specific Chemicals)", "type": "Other", "category": "Chemical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Skin rash, itching, swelling" ], "crossReactivity": ["Depends on the specific chemical in the adhesive"], "prevalence": {"general": "Can occur with various types of adhesives"}, "commonSources": ["Household glues, industrial adhesives, adhesive bandages"], "medicalName": "Adhesive contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of specific adhesives" }, { "id": "rubber-accelerators-144", "name": "Rubber Accelerators (Chemicals in Rubber)", "type": "Other", "category": "Chemical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Skin rash, itching, blistering on contact" ], "crossReactivity": ["Other rubber chemicals"], "prevalence": {"general": "Common cause of contact dermatitis"}, "commonSources": ["Rubber gloves, tires, elastic, footwear"], "medicalName": "Rubber chemical contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of rubber products containing the specific chemical" }, { "id": "epoxy-resins-145", "name": "Epoxy Resins", "type": "Other", "category": "Chemical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Skin rash, itching, swelling" ], "crossReactivity": ["None well-established"], "prevalence": {"general": "Common in occupational settings"}, "commonSources": ["Adhesives, paints, coatings"], "medicalName": "Epoxy resin contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of epoxy resins, protective gear" }, { "id": "formaldehyde-releasers-146", "name": "Formaldehyde Releasers (e.g., Diazolidinyl Urea)", "type": "Other", "category": "Chemical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Skin rash, itching, burning sensation" ], "crossReactivity": ["Formaldehyde"], "prevalence": {"general": "Common contact allergen"}, "commonSources": ["Cosmetics, lotions, shampoos"], "medicalName": "Formaldehyde releaser contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of products containing formaldehyde releasers" }, { "id": "isothiazolinones-147", "name": "Isothiazolinones (Preservatives)", "type": "Other", "category": "Chemical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Skin rash, itching, burning sensation" ], "crossReactivity": ["Other isothiazolinones"], "prevalence": {"general": "Increasingly common contact allergen"}, "commonSources": ["Paints, adhesives, cleaning products, cosmetics"], "medicalName": "Isothiazolinone contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of products containing isothiazolinones" }, { "id": "propylene-glycol-148", "name": "Propylene Glycol", "type": "Other", "category": "Chemical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Skin rash, itching" ], "crossReactivity": ["Other glycols (rarely)"], "prevalence": {"general": "Relatively common irritant, true allergy less common"}, "commonSources": ["Cosmetics, lotions, medications, processed foods"], "medicalName": "Propylene glycol contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Patch test"], "treatment": "Avoidance of propylene glycol-containing products" }, { "id": "spermicides-nonoxynol-9-149", "name": "Nonoxynol-9", "type": "Other", "category": "Chemical", "commonSymptoms": [ "Skin irritation, itching, burning sensation" ], "crossReactivity": ["Other spermicides (rarely)"], "prevalence": {"general": "Common cause of irritant contact dermatitis"}, "commonSources": ["Contraceptive gels, foams, and films"], "medicalName": "Nonoxynol-9 contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Clinical history"], "treatment": "Avoidance of products containing nonoxynol-9" }, { "id": "poison-ivy-150", "name": "Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac", "type": "Other", "category": "Plant", "commonSymptoms": [ "Itchy rash with blisters", "Swelling" ], "crossReactivity": ["Mangoes, cashews, pistachios (contain similar urushiol)"], "prevalence": {"general": "Very common"}, "commonSources": ["Poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac plants"], "medicalName": "Urushiol-induced contact dermatitis", "testingMethods": ["Clinical history"], "treatment": "Washing the affected area, topical corticosteroids, oral corticosteroids for severe cases" } ]