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I Don’t Think Anyone Has Asked This Before But Is There One Antihistamine (besides Benedryl) That Seems To Work Best For Food Allergies?
Maybe I’m having a tougher time now because it’s ragweed season but I had to call 911 two days ago for anaphylaxis 😢
Thank you. I take Zyrtec daily
Is There A Decent Test For Dairy Intolerances?
Is there a reliable test for dairy intolerances or reactions to the protein in dairy similar to the ones available for testing for celiac/reactions to gluten? I've done IgE testing for allergies. It wasn't very conclusive. Was wondering if there were other scientifically proven tests available.
I've always wondered the same about myself... do I have celiac disease? Since I found all my allergies and intolerance by elimination diets, I've never been "officially diagnosed" by a medical doctor… read more
How Do You Get Over Feeling Neasuos And Feeling Sick All The Time
i found probiotics, Vitamin D, and manganese helpful.
Does Anyone Else Get Hives And Can’t Determine Why?
My hands, fingers, forearms itch like crazy all night long. I have hives all over my arms, shoulders, waist, chest. They come and go so quickly at times. The hives and itchy skin aren’t related, according to my allergist. I’ve been taking 20mg of Claritin AND 20mg of Zyrtec every day and they helped for a while but my symptoms are back again. Doctor prescribed a medication called doxepin and wants me to take two capsules at bedtime and stay on the Zyrtec but stop taking Claritin. I’m not… read more
I used to have hives like what is in your neck all the time on my upper right thigh. It wasn't my nut allergies, I was so careful.
Come to find out it was stress related.
It may help you to check… read more
Does Anyone Have A Reaction To The Food That Causes A Reaction Hours After Ingesting The Particular Food?
I have a severe tree nut allergy, and I tried the challenge approach in the allergist's office. After 5 hours I ingested one whole almond, but because I did not show any symptoms in the office he told me I could eat almonds (ha, ha). I didn't have a reaction until 2 hours later. My tongue began swelling. Needless to say, I stay away from all tree nuts!
My face, lips, or throat swell.
How Do You Find Out What Is Causing You To Have A Itchy Rash I Mean It Could Be A Number Of Reasons Why. ?
A food diary helps a lot. Make sure you include all ingredients. An example is I can't use regular salt as it has dextrose added to it (caking) and it is made from corn. Also, make note of what… read more
Any Tips On Navigating The Adult Social World With Food Allergies? Such As Dinner Invites?
I'm thinking forward 15+ years to when my daughter and her husband get invited to a friend's house for dinner. How would she accept if she doesn't know them well enough to trust their cooking to be safe? Does she just always offer to host? Bring her own food? Eat before coming over?
Make sure they know about your food allergies and always bring at least one dish with you so you know you can eat it safely. Also, we have shown up late and already feed. If they are good friends… read more
Does Anyone Have Advice How To Help Others Understand How Severe An Allergy Can Be!?
I am newly diagnosed (less than three weeks) and my husband just is not getting how severely allergic I am to shellfish! He made me react twice. The first time was a learning curve! Second time he used a pan and didn't clean it well I used it later to cook land I ended up in the hospital! I know it takes awhile for everyone to learn to live with allergies but does anyone have advice that would help to speed the process along! Thanks so much!!!
I’m still trying to figure this one out with my husband… He was good about it when we first married, but the last few years have been awful with reaction after reaction. He’s seen them. I’ve even gone… read more
What Medical Diagnosis Catagory Do I Fall Into?
I have been sick for early 12 years. I have so many food intolerances including gluten, sugar alcohols, and even intolerances to facial creams, sunscreens, and just about every topical lotions that absorb into my skin. Recently I purchased a L’Oreal product that was gluten-free and fragrance free but I still broke out in hives and a burning rash. My primary care placed me on prednisone. What in the world is going on with my body? The 25+ doctors over the years have no idea. I’m beyond… read more
It also sounds like your immune system is very compromised. One must stay away from cortisone as this only hides the problem temporally and take lots of immune boosters that hopefully will work for… read more
Where Do I Start?
I have recently been diagnosed with Rheumatoid arthritis and my inflammation levels are not coming down. I am waiting to see a Rheumatologist but my one doctor thinks I might have Fibromyalgia as well. A lot of people have told me that I need to try and figure out if something I am eating is causing the inflammation. How do I do the elimination diet? Where do I start?
I agree with a food diary, also noting how you feel after eating whatever it was you ate. Just note that you may have delayed reactions, such as a few hours until the next day. For example, I am… read more
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