What are common triggers of AIP symptoms?
Common triggers of AIP symptoms include:
- Taking certain medicines, including some sedatives, some antibiotics, and some anti-seizure drugs
- Stress on the body caused by infections, illness, or surgery
- Smoking cigarettes
- Drinking alcohol or using illegal drugs
- Starting new medicines
- Weight loss and fasting
- Monthly cycle hormone changes; symptoms are more common during the two weeks before your period starts