Allergies Health Center

Allergy Symptoms

Allergy symptoms can be categorized as mild, moderate, or severe.

Mild Allergy Symptoms

Mild allergy symptoms can include:

• Rash
• Localized itching
• Congestion

Mild allergic reactions do not spread to other parts of the body.

Moderate Allergy Symptoms

Moderate allergic reactions can include symptoms that spread to other parts of the body, including:

• Widespread itching
• Difficulty breathing

Severe Allergy Symptoms (Anaphylaxis)

Anaphylaxis is a rare, life-threatening emergency in which the body's response to the allergen is sudden and affects the whole body. Allergy symptoms may within minutes progress to more serious symptoms, including:

• Itching of eyes or face
• Varying degrees of swellings that can make breathing and swallowing difficult
• Abdominal pain
• Cramps
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Mental confusion or dizziness