When Allergies Attack Infographic
Allergies and asthma are diseases that often happen to people in America.
People can suffer from allergies when their immune system reacts to a foreign substance, such as certain foods, pollen, pet dander, and bee venom.
When allergies attack, the body will react differently, including feeling itchy, sneezing, wheezing, swollen, and getting out of breath.
On the other hand, asthma is a chronic condition where the airways in the lungs get inflamed or narrowed, so it’s hard for sufferers to breathe out.
Keep reading to know the triggers and related illnesses regarding allergies and asthma.
The Percentage of Allergies and Asthma Sufferers in the U.S
- 7.7% of Americans have asthma.
- 55% of Americans tested positive for one or more allergens.
- More than 2 million adults aged 65 and over have asthma.
- 1 in 5 people has either allergy or asthma symptoms.
Triggers
The primary triggers of allergies and asthma are genetic factors, pets, and indoor pollution. Let’s break them down one by one briefly.
Genetic Factors
Many cases of allergic patients get the condition hereditary, especially if both parents also overcome specific allergies.
- 33% of children with one allergic parent develop allergies.
- 70% of children with two allergic parents develop allergies.
Pets
Pets, mainly cats and dogs, can also trigger allergies and asthma.
- 39% of American families have one or more dogs.
- 100% of American households contain detectable levels of dog and cat dander.
- 36% of American households have one or more cats.
Indoor Air Pollution
Little did we know that air pollution can also happen indoors, including at home. Dusty homes and excessive use of pesticides can cause indoor air pollution.
In America, indoor pollution exceeds levels of outdoor pollution by 2 to 100 times. Many households use pesticides inside and outside the home.
Related Illness (Health Care and Business Costs)
Allergies and asthma can lead to a more severe conditions if patients don’t take appropriate medical treatments.
- Asthma causes 10.5 million missed school days per year.
- 44% of people hospitalized for asthma are children.
- In America, 1.8 million ER visits were related to asthma in 2004.
- $7.9 billion becomes the estimated annual cost of allergies to the healthcare system and businesses in America.
Wrapping up
Allergies and asthma patients must receive appropriate medicine and treatment to avoid severe conditions.
They should observe their surroundings, such as the food they eat and the flowers or pets around them.
Read more about allergies and asthma attacks in the infographic below.
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