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   <title>About.com Allergies: What's Hot Now</title>
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         <title><![CDATA[H1N1 Nasal Spray and Asthma]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/fa1/f/flumistasthma.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Learn why you shouldn't get the H1N1 nasal spray vaccine if you have asthma.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism and Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/foodallergies/a/autismallergy.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Find out the truth behind food allergies causing or worsening autism. Should your child follow a gluten-free and/or casein-free diet? ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Allergy to Household Cleaners]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Have you ever coughed or had shortness of breath after breathing in fumes from household cleaners? If you use home cleaning sprays frequently, you may be at risk for developing asthma.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Basophils]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Definition of basophils.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Trichophyton]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/glossaryofallergyterm1/g/trichophyton.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Learn what Trichophyton is, and how being allergic to it can lead to severe asthma.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Cephalosporins and Penicillins]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/medicationallergies/f/pencephalocxr.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Learn if a person with a pencillin allergy can safely take cephalosporin antibiotics.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Scuba Diving with Asthma]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/lungallergies/a/asthmascuba.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Learn the risks of scuba diving if you have asthma, and what should be done to decrease these risks.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Vaccine Allergy]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/fa1/f/vaccinedesens.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Learn about vaccine allergy and how desensitization can allow a person to receive a vaccine.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Thrush With Asthma Inhalers]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Some people get oral thrush from using inhaled steroids, even if good mouth rinsing and tooth brushing techniques are followed. Find out other ways to prevent thrush for people that seem predisposed to this common condition.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Controversial Tests]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/controversialtherapies/a/unprovendx.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Non-traditional physicians have used numerous methods over the years as an attempt to diagnose people's allergies. These tests may claim to identify toxins in the body, or foods that are causing someone to be sick or tired. Before spending large sums of money on useless tests, find out which allergy tests are worth having, and which are a waste of your money. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[H1N1 Vaccine and Egg Allergy]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/fa1/f/swineflueggallergy.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Learn why you shouldn't get the H1N1 swine flu vaccine if you have an egg allergy.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Outgrowing Food Allergies]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Find out the ways to determine if your child has outgrown his or her food allergy.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Xolair]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Xolair is a relatively new injectable medication used to treat moderate to severe asthma. It is the only medication that acts to block allergic antibody, or IgE, which is the underlying trigger for allergic asthma. Find out more about how Xolair works, who should use it, and safety concerns regarding this medication.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Stuffy Noses and No Allergies]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/fa1/f/nasalcongestion.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Find out what can cause nasal congestion besides allergies.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Athlete&#039;s Foot and Asthma]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/lungallergies/f/athletesfootasthma.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Learn how having athlete's foot may affect your asthma symptoms.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Corn Allergy]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Corn is a cereal grain with proteins that are similar to those in other cereal grains, such as wheat. While allergic reactions to corn are not as common as wheat, those that do occur can be severe. Find out more about allergic reactions to corn, and how to follow a corn-free diet. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Echinacea for Colds]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/fa1/f/echinaceacold.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Do you take Echinacea to prevent or treat symptoms of a cold? You're not alone -- but if you take this common herb in order to prevent from getting a cold, you could be wasting your money.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Mold Allergy and Asthma]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/lungallergies/a/moldasthma.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Learn how having mold allergy can cause worsening asthma.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-07T10:00:20Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Glucosamine and Seafood]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Glucosamine is a common dietary supplement used in the treatment of arthritis. Because it is made from the shells of shrimp, crab and lobster, it is not recommended for people with shellfish allergy. Find out more about the possible link between glucosamine and shellfish allergy, and why it may be possible for people with shellfish allergy to take this supplement.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Moisturizer Allergy]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/fa1/f/moisturizercd.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Not all skin creams are appropriate for all. Some may have specific ingredients that can cause contact dermatitis, an allergic reaction of the skin. Learn about the various ingredients in skin creams that can cause allergic reactions.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Contact Dermatitis Causes]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[The most important aspect of treating contact dermatitis is the identification and avoidance of the causative agent. With thousands of chemicals having the ability to cause contact dermatitis, it may be difficult to determine the exact cause. Find out some important tips on the identification and avoidance of common triggers of contact dermatitis. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Living with pet allergies]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/faq/f/getridofpet.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If you're allergic to your pet, you may not have to get rid of your furry friend.  Here are some tips to follow to reduce your allergy symptoms.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Asthma and Pregnancy]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/allergiesandpregnancy/a/asthmapregnancy.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[It is common for many women with asthma to stop their medications when they learn that they are pregnant. This is usually due to a fear that asthma medications may be unsafe for the baby. However, women may be doing more harm to their unborn baby by stopping their asthma medications.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Outgrow Egg Allergy]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Does your child have an allergy to egg? Ever wonder if, and when, your child will outgrow this food allergy? Find out about the latest research about predictors for outgrowing egg allergy.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Allergy to Ferrets]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[The domestic ferret is the third most common furred pet in the United States, and allergy symptoms may be worsened with exposure to this animal. Find out how ferret and cat allergy are similar, how you can be diagnosed and what can be done to treat this type of pet allergy. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Inhaled Steroid Side Effects]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/medicationinformation/a/inhaledsteroids.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Many people, especially parents of young children, are concerned about the side effects of inhaled steroids. When these medications are given for the treatment and prevention of asthma symptoms, it seems that people have many so many concerns about side effects that they frequently choose not to take inhaled steroids, despite their enormous benefit in the treatment of asthma.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Treatment for Hives]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/urticariahives/f/treathives.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Learn the best ways to treat hives.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Singulair Side Effects]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Does Singulair, a medication used to treat asthma and seasonal allergies, cause a person to have behavioral changes or suicidal thoughts? Should you or your child take Singulair? Find out the answers to these questions and more.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[How to Use an Asthma Puffer]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/howtouseasthmainhalers/ht/mdinospacer.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Learn the correct method to use a metered dose inhaler without a spacer.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Eczema Treatment]]></title>
         <link>http://allergies.about.com/od/skinallergies/a/topicalsteroids.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Find out about the different types of topical steroids used to treat various allergic skin diseases, the types of topical steroids that are available, and the side effects they may cause.]]></description>
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