Allergy Asthma Colorado, P.C.
7180 E. Orchard Rd., Suite 208
Englewood, CO 80111

T 303-740-0998 or 1-800-543-4629
F 303-740-7250

One of the marvels of the human body is that it can defend itself against harmful invaders such as viruses or bacteria. But sometimes the defenses are too aggressive, and harmless substances such as food, drugs or pollen are mistakenly identified as dangerous. These triggers are called "allergens." The immune system then rallies a defensive response, launching a host of complex chemicals to attack and destroy the supposed enemy. In the process, some unpleasant and, in extreme cases, life-threatening symptoms may be experienced by the allergy-prone individual. These allergic reactions may occur anywhere in the body, but usually happen in the skin, eyes, lining of the stomach, nose, sinuses, throat and lungs - places where the immune system normally fights off invaders that are inhaled, swallowed or come in contact with the skin.