histamines
Immune response molecules
Histamines are compounds released by cells during allergic reactions and immune responses.
They cause the familiar symptoms: itching, swelling, runny nose, watery eyes.
Antihistamines block their effects.
Histamines also regulate stomach acid and act as neurotransmitters in the brain.
Some foods contain histamines or trigger their release: aged cheese, fermented foods, red wine.
Immune response trigger
- anaphylaxisSevere systemic allergic reaction
- epinephrineAdrenal stress hormone
- immunoglobulinDefensive blood protein
- hypersensitivityExaggerated response to stimuli
allergic reaction · desensitization · immunotherapy · hives · urticaria · welts · food allergy · pollen
Irritating skin sensation
- pruritusMedical term for itching
- hivesRaised itchy skin reaction
- urticariaRaised itchy skin welts
- rashHeedless or skin irritation
eczema · dermatitis · welts · redness · flushing · skin reaction · bumps · wheals
Body fighting foreign threats
- cytokinesImmune signaling proteins
- prostaglandinsLipid-derived signaling compounds
- vasodilationRelaxation of vessel walls
- permeabilityAbility to transmit fluids
redness · swelling · edema · acute · chronic · autoimmune · tissue damage · inflammatory
Sudden forceful nasal expulsion
- nasal congestionBlocked airflow through nostrils
- rhinitisInflamed nasal membrane
- hay feverAllergic rhinitis from pollen
- sinusitisInflamed nasal cavities
runny nose · mucus · postnasal drip · itchy nose · nasal spray · decongestant · pollen · dust
Difficulty digesting specific substances
- nauseaPre-vomiting stomach discomfort
- crampingInvoluntary muscle contraction
- bloatingSwollen, expanded state
- fermented foodsEdibles processed by microorganisms
aged cheese · wine · sauerkraut · tyramine · cured meats · vinegar · alcohol · digestive upset
allergen
Immune response trigger
- anaphylaxisSevere systemic allergic reaction
- epinephrineAdrenal stress hormone
- immunoglobulinDefensive blood protein
hypersensitivity · allergic reaction · desensitization · immunotherapy · hives · urticaria · welts · food allergy · pollen · dander
itching
Irritating skin sensation
rash · eczema · dermatitis · welts · redness · flushing · skin reaction · bumps · wheals · scratching
immune response
Body fighting foreign threats
- cytokinesImmune signaling proteins
- prostaglandinsLipid-derived signaling compounds
- vasodilationRelaxation of vessel walls
permeability · redness · swelling · edema · acute · chronic · autoimmune · tissue damage · inflammatory · mediator
sneezing
Sudden forceful nasal expulsion
- nasal congestionBlocked airflow through nostrils
- rhinitisInflamed nasal membrane
- hay feverAllergic rhinitis from pollen
sinusitis · runny nose · mucus · postnasal drip · itchy nose · nasal spray · decongestant · pollen · dust · inhalant
food intolerance
Difficulty digesting specific substances
- nauseaPre-vomiting stomach discomfort
- crampingInvoluntary muscle contraction
- bloatingSwollen, expanded state
fermented foods · aged cheese · wine · sauerkraut · tyramine · cured meats · vinegar · alcohol · digestive upset
- Immune Moleculesantibody, antigens, complement, interleukins, complement proteins
- immunityimmune, immunity, immune system, immune response, immune cells
- cell partsnucleus, cytoplasm, mitochondria, ribosomes, cell membrane
- defensive chemicalsvenom, toxin, toxins, poison, repellents
- immunologyimmune system, immune response, antibodies, antigens, immunity
- Wine Chemistrytannins, acidity, phenols, sulfites, alcohol
histaminesantihistamines
Drugs blocking allergic responses
cortisol · epinephrine · corticosteroids · immunosuppressants · adrenaline
histaminesantihistamines
Drugs blocking allergic responses
diphenhydramine · cetirizine · loratadine · Benadryl · H2 blockers