Chances are you’ve taken an antihistamine this week. Depending on its location, histamine performs broadly four types of functions, each involving different histamine receptors called H1, H2, H3, and H4. Certain cells in the gastric glands release histamine, which encourage nearby parietal cells with H2 receptors to release gastric acid for digestion. H3 receptors are located in cells in the …
Imagine a world without water—a life without its essential sustenance. Meet Tessa Hansen-Smith, a 25-year-old Californian facing an unimaginable reality: she suffers from a rare condition known as Aquagenic Urticaria, commonly referred to as water allergy. According to medical research, Aquagenic Urticaria differs from common allergies triggered by substances like pollen, nuts, or animal dander. “During allergic reactions, mast cells …
Do you witness unbearable headaches at times? With stressful work conditions and long hours, these irritating headaches have become common among adults. According to the National Library of Medicine, national center for Biotechnology of Information, several pieces of evidence also suggest that a deficiency of magnesium can lead to migraine headaches in comparison to those who don't. Studies have shown …
Anupong Thongchan / EyeEm via Getty Images Experts say there are certain at-home methods you should follow before and after you get a bug bite. “Pretty much any kind of bug bite can itch,” said Adnan Mir, a pediatric dermatologist and member of the Society for Pediatric Dermatology. “If you’re getting one bug bite, you’re probably getting more,” Mir said. …
