A sensitivity or inappropriate
reaction may cause symptoms from any organ system in the body. Some systems are
prone to reacting to certain families of allergies or substances, such as the
respiratory system reacting to pollen. However, a substance may affect any
organ system, which could cause a multitude of symptoms varying from case to
case. For example, a reaction to wheat may cause hives in one person, digestive
issues in another, fatigue, wheezing or Acid Reflux all in different patients.
AAT addresses the specific organ systems affected by the allergen or offending
substance.
Digestive System
Reactions include Acid Reflux,
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), abdominal and intestinal pain, gas, bloating,
diarrhea and vomiting. Primarily caused by food allergens or other ingestants.
Respiratory System
Symptoms include hay fever,
wheezing, asthma, skin conditions, rashes and itchy, watery eyes. Reactions may
be caused by allergies/sensitivities to pollens, dust, food, chemicals and
animals (including dog and cat dander and bird feathers), air-borne substances
and contactants.
Dermatological
Symptoms may include eczema,
skin rashes, hives, blisters and atopic dermatitis. The main cause of
dermatological reactions is allergies/sensitivities to food but can also be
caused by allergies to plants, contactants and chemicals.
Headaches and Migraines
Caused by
allergies/sensitivities to food such as chocolate and caffeine, airborne
irritants such as pollens and chemicals including household cleaners, perfumes
and vehicle fumes.
Tiredness and Fatigue
Many reactions result in
lethargy and feelings of fatigue. Tiredness can also occur at certain times of
the day, such as in the afternoon after eating.
Multiple Systems
Allergies/sensitivities affect
multiple systems in the body, resulting in headaches, irritability,
hyperactivity, mood swings, fatigue, tachycardia, or inflammation. In children
such reactions can manifest as Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) andAttention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD),
which is often accompanied with redness around the eyes and nose and repetitive
behavior patterns.
General
Chemicals - household cleaners,
perfumes, building materials, washing detergent, pesticides
Occupational Allergies such as
latex or building materials
Animals
Heat, cold and
humidity/dampness
Many common conditions may be a
result from inappropriate reactions, for example asthma, Irritable Bowel
Syndrome (IBS) and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). However not all such cases
are allergic reactions.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
is primarily caused by sensitivities and affects approximately 15% of the
population. Common symptoms include diarrhea, constipation, bloating and
abdominal pain.
Skin allergies/sensitivities
are a particularly common allergic reaction and include eczema, dermatitis and
hives.
PLEASE BE ADVISED
Due to the unpredictable nature
of allergies, sensitivities and the immune system, AAT cannot guarantee any
results, as is the case with all forms of healthcare. AAT also cannot guarantee
that new allergies/sensitivities will not develop in the future. While AAT can
treat most forms of allergies/sensitivities, some cases do not respond to the
treatment.
AAT does not treat cases of
anaphylaxis.
