Question

The symptoms of allergy are :

• A. Malaria
• B. Asthma
• C. Itchy eyes and sneezing
• D. Hay-fever

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Itchy eyes and sneezing

The correct option is C.

Explanation for the correct option:

1. A condition in which the immune system reacts abnormally to a foreign substance is called allergy which is caused by pollen, dust, animal dander, latex, certain foods and insect, wheat, etc.
2. Symptoms of allergy are sneezing, itchy eyes, runny or blocked nose, rash or hives, itchiness on skin, etc.

Explanation for the incorrect option:

Option A:

1. Malaria is caused by a parasite known as Plasmodium, which is normally spread through infected mosquitoes which feed on humans.

Option B & D:

1. Hay fever and asthma are allergic diseases, not symptoms.
2. Hay fever also called allergic rhinitis, causes cold-like signs and symptoms, such as a runny nose, itchy eyes, and allergies combined with a breathing condition called asthma.

Final answer: The symptoms of allergy are Itchy eyes and sneezing.