Common Allergies

Q. Hay fever is caused due to allergy towards .

1. dust
2. pollen grains
3. rain

Q.

Hay fever and asthma are

1. allergic diseases

2. deficiency diseases

3. genetic diseases

4. communicable diseases

Q.

A person is suffering from frequent episodes of nasal discharge, nasal congestion, reddening of eyes and watery eyes. These are the symptoms of

1. bronchitis

2. hives

3. rhinitis

4. eczema

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Write a short note on each of the following:

Hay fever

Q.

Skin reactions causing localized redness and itching are called ______.

1. hives

2. wheezing

3. dander

4. welt

Q.

Pollen allergies are also known as hay fever.

1. True

2. False

Q.

Why is antiseptic added to the flask containing boiled seeds?

1. To prevent the seeds from germinating.

2. To prevent bacterial growth on dead seeds.

3. To absorb additional carbon dioxide.

4. To help lime water to turn milky.

Q.

This child is suffering from dust allergy. What are the symptoms of dust allergy?

1. Running nose

2. Abdominal pain

3. Itchy eyes

4. Nasal congestion

Q. Nettle rash can be controlled by washing the affected area with warm water and .

1. soda
2. antiseptic
3. turmeric

Q.

Which one of the following medicinal plant is used to cure skin infections like eczema or scabies?

1. Ilama

2. Alpaca

3. Caterpillars

4. Sheep

Q.

Hay fever is also known as allergic rhinitis.

1. True

2. False

Q.

Define seasonal allergy:

Q.

Write a note on different types of allergy triggers present in dust.

Q.

How do I know if I have panic disorder?

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An extremely severe allergic reaction is known as ___.

1. anaphylaxis

2. eczema

3. nettlerash

4. asthma

Q.

Which of the following substances cause eczema?

1. Washing powder

2. Cosmetics

3. Cheap dyes

4. Honey

Q.

_____ can impair breathing and send the body into shock.

1. Eczema

2. Rhinitis

3. Hives

4. Anaphylaxis

Q.

Why would problems with cilia cause pneumonia, ear infections and a constant runny nose?

Q. Substance that results in an allergic reaction is called a/an ___.

1. antigen
2. antibody
3. allergen
4. vaccine

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Which one of the following is a skin allergy?

1. Hay fever

2. Eczema

3. Asthma

4. Rhinitis

Q.

What type of allergy is depicted in the above image?

1. Urticaria

2. Asthma

3. Eczema

4. Hives

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Watery, swollen and itchy eyes are common symptoms of_________

1. hay fever

2. allergic rhinitis

3. hives

4. urticaria

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Identify the type of allergy in the image given above.

1. Asthma

2. Hay fever

3. Dust allergy

4. Nettlerash

Q.

Which disease is marked by inflammatory or degenerative changes of the nerves?

1. Beriberi

2. Rickets

3. Scurvy

4. Xerophthalmia

Q.

The baby in the image below is suffering from ______ allergy

1. Pollen allergy

2. Eczema

3. Nettle rash

4. Hay fever

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Which of the following is/are the symptom(s) of hay fever?

1. Redness or rashes

2. Shortness of breath

3. Running nose

4. Sore throat and coughing

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Which one of the following substances does not cause eczema?

1. Washing powder

2. Cosmetics

3. Oil

4. Cheap dyes

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Wheezing is a type of medical condition in which the skin becomes red, swollen and sore.

1. True

2. False

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Anaphylaxis is an extremely severe allergic reaction.

1. True

2. False

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What are the common allergy trigger agents?

1. Smoke and strong odor

2. Pain killers and ointment

3. Both A & B

4. Pollens and dust