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The use of anti-histamine, adrenaline and steroids quickly reduces the symptoms of

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Fungal diseases

B

Viral diseases

C

Allergy

D

Helminthic diseases

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C

Allergic reaction is due to the release of chemicals like histamine and serotonin from mast cells and use of drugs like anti-histamine, adrenaline and steroids quickly reduces the symptoms of allergy.
Fungal diseases, viral diseases and helminthic infections can be prevented by personal hygiene.
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