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Post by momof3pits on May 3, 2015 20:09:11 GMT
DH has so many seasonal allergies that he's a miserable mess this time of year. I think the dogs also bring in all the outdoor pollens so that doesn't help. Thanks for recommendation to lint roll the pillowcases. That is a great idea!!!
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Post by likescarrots on May 4, 2015 14:58:28 GMT
DH has so many seasonal allergies that he's a miserable mess this time of year. I think the dogs also bring in all the outdoor pollens so that doesn't help. Thanks for recommendation to lint roll the pillowcases. That is a great idea!!! My dr also emphasized that i should take a shower once I'm done outside for the day, as pollen will stay in your hair and clothes. |
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Post by beaglemom on May 12, 2015 22:50:46 GMT
How did the testing go?
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Post by jesq on May 13, 2015 1:05:52 GMT
For the most part, no surprises. Allergic to cats, dogs, trees, dust, and mold. The only strange thing was I did not react to the venoms, except honey bee at the highest level. They do those incrementally, five different insects at four different strengths. At the end, it was inconclusive, so I had to get bloodwork, which showed no allergy.
The last time I was stung, however, I had a systemic reaction. I was then tested and declared to be highly allergic. I had two years of shots, then stopped. Apparently, you are supposed to have five years, for lifetime protection. So I am in the process of getting my records from my old, retired doctor, so the new one can see exactly what was going on then.
As an aside, do medical personnel not have pets? I have had three different doctors and/or nurses cavalierly tell me to get rid of my cats. Those are my babies and they're not going anywhere. I can put up with a little discomfort in exchange for all the joy they bring us.
ETA: I would probably benefit from shots for the non-insect allergies, but not tremendously, since the cats are always here. If I have to get them for the bees, I'll l probably get the other ones as well, but if not, I'll just double up on my Zyrtec, which the doctor said was perfectly fine.
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Post by ntsf on May 13, 2015 1:11:25 GMT
I have never had a pet or will ever have a pet due to allergies and personal preference. I think it is perfectly sensible to suggest not having cats..they are there to help you be well. if you don't follow medical advice..that is your choice, but they would be negligent not to tell you the truth about what would be best for your health.
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Post by Deleted on May 13, 2015 1:15:58 GMT
I have had three different doctors and/or nurses cavalierly tell me to get rid of my cats. Those are my babies and they're not going anywhere. I can put up with a little discomfort in exchange for all the joy they bring us. I agree! 3/6 of us in our family have allergies and we've never considered NOT having our cats. Being around my cats all the time actually reduces the severity of my allergies, compared to when I'm not around them and then have to be in contact with a cat (like when I was living in on-campus residence in university and couldn't have a cat, I could barely breath when I went back home). |
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