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Allergy to mold, dander, dust

Symptoms:

Signs and tests:

History is important in diagnosing allergies, including whether the symptoms vary according to time of day or the season and possible exposures such as having a pet in the household.

Testing may reveal the specific allergen(s).

  • Skin testing is the most common method of allergy testing. This may include intradermal, scratch, patch, or other tests.
  • RAST
  • Occasionally, the suspected allergen is dissolved and dropped onto the lining of the lower eyelid (conjunctiva) as a means of testing for allergies.
  • Other testing to determine the specific allergen may include various types of "use" or "elimination" tests where suspected items are eliminated and/or introduced while the person is observed for response to the substance.

This disease may also alter the results of the following tests:


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