Food Allergy: Food allergy refers to the body’s overreaction to certain proteins in the food causing symptoms like hives, swelling, vomiting, etc.

Skin Allergy: The body’s reaction to allergens that come in contact with the skin leading to symptoms like itching, redness, hives, rashes, etc.

Seasonal Allergy: The body’s immune response towards airborne allergens like pollen, often occurring during specific seasons.

Insect Sting Allergy: This type of allergy results from the body’s reaction to insect venom, such as from bees, wasps, or ants. 

Drug Allergy: Such type of allergy results from reactions to medications, ranging from mild rashes to severe anaphylaxis. 

Medications: Treatment involves taking medicines to block the effects of histamine ( the chemical released by the body during an allergic reaction).

Immunotherapy: Involves exposure to small amounts of allergens and gradually increases the dosage over several months leading to increased tolerance against allergens.

Nasal Sprays: Treatment through nasal sprays helps reduce inflammation in the nasal passages, which can help relieve symptoms like congestion, runny nose, and sneezing.

Decongestants: Decongestants medicines help relieve congestion by shrinking swollen blood vessels in the nasal passages.

Medications: Costs approximately Rs 200 to Rs 500

Nasal Sprays: Priced at Rs 200 to Rs 500

Decongestants: Costs around Rs 300 to Rs 500

Note: The above costs are approximate and can vary based on factors such as the severity of the allergy, the specific treatment plan, the healthcare facility, and geographic location.

Sinusitis: Prolonged allergies can cause inflammation of the sinus leading to sinusitis, causing facial pain, pressure, etc.

Nasal Polyps: Untreated allergies can lead to abnormal growths in the nasal passage.

Ear Infection: Prolonged allergies can cause inflammation in the Eustachian tube leading to fluid buildup.

Anaphylaxis: A serious condition resulting from untreated allergies causing difficulty breathing, rapid heart rate, etc.

Asthma: Allergies can also trigger or worsen asthma symptoms causing difficulty breathing, coughing, etc.