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You may actually \u201cknow\u201d much less than you think.<\/p>\n<p>Misconceptions about allergies and what causes an allergic attack are nearly as widespread as allergies themselves. Here are five common myths about allergy triggers and the facts behind them:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Myth: People with allergies shouldn\u2019t have carpeting in their homes.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Fact:\u00a0Not one scientific study affirms a link between the increase of allergies and asthma and the widespread use of carpet in homes. In fact, several studies not only refute a correlation, they even seem to indicate carpet may actually be beneficial to allergy sufferers. A Swedish study found that when carpet use in that country declined by 70 percent, allergies in the general population increased by 30 percent. Another study, encompassing nearly 20,000 people in 18 different countries, found reduced asthma symptoms among people with carpeted bedrooms. 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