Eosiniphilia is a rare condition where the body produces an excessive amount of eosinophils. Eosinophils are a variety of white bloods cells found naturally in the bloodstream and their numbers increase as a result of several conditions. Allergic conditions like asthma are one of the common causes for eosinophilia. Certain skin conditions, viral infections and even a reaction to certain kinds of medications can trigger eosinophilia. When a certain infection or allergic condition manifests, the body's natural defense is to increase the production of white blood cells to fight the invading virus or parasite. In the case of an allergic disease however, eosinophils may tend to accumulate in various tissues in the body and cause harm. In the case of asthma for instance, eosinophils may accumulate in the lungs and block its airways, causing breathlessness and wheezing. It is therefore essential to identify the underlying condition that has led to eosinophilia as it is generally treated symptomatically. You should seek medical advice to find out about specific allergies or diseases that may have led to an increased production of eosinophils, as your treatment may vary depending upon this. Other kinds of infections that cause eosinophilia may manifest as frequent diarrhea, rashes, high temperature, cough and abdominal pains. If you are experiencing frequent infections or if you have persistent mouth ulcers, you may be suffering from eosinophilia. Some uncommon symptoms of eosinophilia are cold sweats, skin rashes, enlarged lymph nodes or even weight loss.
To care for eosinophilia at home, it is important to identify the underlying cause of the condition. Take care to strengthen your immunity and increase your consumption of green, leafy vegetables and fresh fruits to ensure that you get adequate vitamins and proteins. You should however, take care to avoid foods that may increase the production of mucus in the body like yogurt or even bananas. It is very important to safeguard yourself against allergies as the condition is most often a reaction to allergic disorders. Read the labels of food products and medicines carefully before you buy them. If your doctor has helped you identify the kinds of medication or food substances that you are allergic to, avoid including the same in your diet. Try and maintain a clean environment at home by making sure to keep it dust free. Pollen, feathers or even fur are common allergens that you should safeguard yourself against. You may also practice yoga in order to build your immune system and keep your body healthy.
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