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
Symptoms 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
May be 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) and Attention
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 allergy or sensitivity-related symptoms, for example
asthma, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Attention Deficit Disorder
(ADD). However not all cases involve
allergy-related causes.
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
AAT cannot guarantee any
results. While AAT can provide relief
for many symptoms caused by allergies or sensitivities, some cases do not
respond.
AAT does not treat cases
of anaphylaxis or life threatening symptoms.
Strict avoidance is always advised.
POTENTIAL OFFENDING AGENTS
Contactants
Inhalants
Ingestants
Injectants Shell Fish Red and White Wine, Beer, Chemicals, Latex, Fruit, Food Components, Perfumes, Berries, Airborne Irritants, Herbal Remedies, Eggs, Dust, Dust Mites, Nutritional Supplements, Nightshades, Seasonal Allergies, Environmental, Grains, Animal Dander, Woods, Metals, Dairy, Fabrics, Upholstery, Plastics, Stinging Insects, Coffee and Chocolate, Detergents, Softeners, Sunlight, Barometric Pressure
