What is chemical/venom allergy?
Sensitivity to certain substances and/or chemicals, such as certain medications, may cause allergic contact dermatitis, itching (urticaria), nasal congestion, watery eyes or more serious reactions including anaphylaxis, an allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and may be life-threatening.
How do members experience chemical/venom allergy?
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Stress
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Fatigue
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Anxious mood
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Dizzy spells
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for chemical/venom allergy*
Who has chemical/venom allergy on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 9 | |
| 30s | 40 | |
| 40s | 65 | |
| 50s | 70 | |
| 60s | 55 | |
| 70+ | 42 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 38 | |
| Female | 241 |