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There haven't been reports of anyone experiencing an allergic reaction from this product, according to a press release from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. — Rachel Berry, Cincinnati.com, "Koch Foods recalls chicken due to unnamed allergens," 18 July 2019 Though bedbugs are not known to spread disease, their health effects are real, both emotional and physical, causing allergic reactions, secondary infections and psychological distress. — Susan Glaser, cleveland.com, "‘Is this a bedbug?’ What to do when your child texts you from France with an entomology question," 14 July 2019 Each caterpillar is spiked with up to 700,000 pointed defensive bristles, which are carried by the breeze and may provoke rashes, coughing, allergic reactions, or irritation if inhaled or touched. — Natasha Frost, Quartz, "Europe is under siege from a plague of incredibly hairy, toxic caterpillars," 6 July 2019 Among Meridian’s ingredients: Methylisothiazolinone and methylchloroisothiazolinone, two preservatives that nonprofit Environmental Working Group report are associated with allergic reactions and irritation of the skin, eyes, and lungs. — Stephie Grob Plante, Vox, "Some people held in border detention centers are being forced to bathe themselves with shampoo. The issue is far bigger than personal hygiene.," 3 July 2019 Aspergillosis can range from mild to serious, manifesting as an allergic reaction or infections in the lungs and other organs. — CBS News, "Seattle Children's Hospital mold infections leave one dead, force closure of most operating rooms," 3 July 2019 Health problems can include allergic reactions, lung infections and other organ infections. — Chris Boyette, CNN, "Seattle Children's Hospital operating rooms shut down after a patient dies of mold infection," 3 July 2019 The American Academy of Ophthalmology lists risks that include: trauma to or infection of the eyelid or cornea; allergic reaction to the glue; and permanent or temporary loss of eyelashes. — Beth Teitell, BostonGlobe.com, "When it comes to eyelash extensions, the demand is unreal," 3 July 2019 Caution should also be exercised with other supplements and herbs that claim to increase dream lucidity—they are not backed by scientific evidence and, as with all drugs, there is the risk of allergic reactions and side-effects. — Achilleas Pavlou, Quartz, "A lucid dream researcher’s tips for controlling your dreams," 29 June 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'allergic.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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