Sex hormone protects men from allergies

Sex hormone protects men from allergies London: Men can better fight inflammatory diseases as compared to women, thanks to their sex hormones that are known as testoterones, claims a German research. Inflammation is the initial response of our body to harmful stimuli, which could include pathogens, bacteria and other microorganisms. "It is mostly women who are affected by diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis or asthma," explains Oliver Werz, professor of pharmacy and medical chemistry at Friedrich...
11:43 AM, Jul 28, 2011

This festive season, beware of allergies

This festive season, beware of allergies New Delhi: Holidays are meant to be the happiest time of the year. And who doesn't want to deck up the house for New Year's? And yet, watch out for allergy attacks. Dust from boxes of stored decorations, fresh trees, scented air fresheners and even live plants can cause allergies. Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, senior consultant, internal medicine, Apollo says, "People who have respiratory problems are also prone to haivng chest...
11:25 AM, Dec 30, 2010
Facts and myths on allergies

Facts and myths on allergies

People believe in several myths on allergies. It is time to sort out the facts from the myths. ...
01:37 PM, Nov 01, 2010
Doctors, parents on how to manage asthma in kids

Doctors, parents on how to manage asthma in kids

Asthma is a condition that is manageable with some precautions. ...
10:57 AM, Apr 24, 2009
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