May 16 2009

How does desensitization therapy and allergy shots work for people with allergies?

Allergies
noomi asked:


I have allergies all year round! Now allergy shots…the goal is to give gradual exposure so that the body can “get use to it” and become desensitized. It’s supposed to make the body react less to the allergens. But why haven’t the body “gotten use” to the allergens after years of exposure and symptoms already? Claritin and Zyrtec isn’t working…even with a combo usage of Sudafed. Help!?

You Like It ? Then Please Share:
  • Digg
  • del.icio.us
  • Facebook
  • Google
  • Furl
  • Live
  • MySpace
  • Reddit
  • Slashdot
  • StumbleUpon
  • Technorati
  • Yahoo! Buzz
May 14 2009

Can you get rid of allergies forever by taking medicine?

Allergies
Confused asked:


A family member of mine is allergic to short haired dogs. I like a certain breed, but it happends to be short haired. I have been looking at this breed for several years now. I really don’t like the longhaired breeds. I looked and I am pretty stuck on this breed. Can we get rid of these allergies for good?

You Like It ? Then Please Share:
  • Digg
  • del.icio.us
  • Facebook
  • Google
  • Furl
  • Live
  • MySpace
  • Reddit
  • Slashdot
  • StumbleUpon
  • Technorati
  • Yahoo! Buzz
May 05 2009

How long before allergies start should you start taking your med’s?

Allergies
Joel B asked:


I have been prescribed allegra and I am wondering if you have to start taking it before your allergies start?

You Like It ? Then Please Share:
  • Digg
  • del.icio.us
  • Facebook
  • Google
  • Furl
  • Live
  • MySpace
  • Reddit
  • Slashdot
  • StumbleUpon
  • Technorati
  • Yahoo! Buzz
Apr 24 2009

How do gaining immunity to allergies and getting worst reactions differ, since both require prolonged contact?

Allergies
PrinceofPersia asked:


I’ve been led to believe that prolonged contact with an object you might have allergies to would lead to greater allergies in time, but also that taking small doses of the said substance over a long duration would build up an immunity. Where do these two facts intertwine?
To list a specific object, poison oak/ivy

You Like It ? Then Please Share:
  • Digg
  • del.icio.us
  • Facebook
  • Google
  • Furl
  • Live
  • MySpace
  • Reddit
  • Slashdot
  • StumbleUpon
  • Technorati
  • Yahoo! Buzz
Apr 23 2009

What are the most promising treatments for food allergies, including alternative?

Allergies
Matthew C asked:

I have food allergies to most raw fruits, vegetables and nuts. My allergies include: tomatoes, peanuts, apples, pears, melons (all kinds), bananas, berries (all kinds), spinach, lettuce. I gradually became allergic to most of these over time with increasingly adverse reactions; mouth and throat itching and swelling.

You Like It ? Then Please Share:
  • Digg
  • del.icio.us
  • Facebook
  • Google
  • Furl
  • Live
  • MySpace
  • Reddit
  • Slashdot
  • StumbleUpon
  • Technorati
  • Yahoo! Buzz
Apr 22 2009

What do i use to wash my clothes if i have allergies?

Allergies
Rafael S asked:


Well, i have allergies and i have heard that certain detergents cause allergic reactions. Furthermore, what will clean my clothes but not give me allergies.

You Like It ? Then Please Share:
  • Digg
  • del.icio.us
  • Facebook
  • Google
  • Furl
  • Live
  • MySpace
  • Reddit
  • Slashdot
  • StumbleUpon
  • Technorati
  • Yahoo! Buzz
Apr 20 2009

Food Allergies

Allergies
RaE asked:

Okay, my boyfriend of 6 months is allergic to eggs. I was wondering, for our anniversary, are their any cake recipes that substitute eggs for something else? I would really appreciate the help!!!

You Like It ? Then Please Share:
  • Digg
  • del.icio.us
  • Facebook
  • Google
  • Furl
  • Live
  • MySpace
  • Reddit
  • Slashdot
  • StumbleUpon
  • Technorati
  • Yahoo! Buzz
Apr 12 2009

Dog Allergies

Allergies
pele asked:

i have mild allergies to dogs and just wondering what breed of dogs are best suited to people with allergies.
we had a couple dogs while i was growing up (and my mom still has one) but my inlaw’s dog does havoc on my immune system.
oh and toys are not an option
thanks in advance

You Like It ? Then Please Share:
  • Digg
  • del.icio.us
  • Facebook
  • Google
  • Furl
  • Live
  • MySpace
  • Reddit
  • Slashdot
  • StumbleUpon
  • Technorati
  • Yahoo! Buzz
Apr 09 2009

People with allergies/environmental sensitivities: How do you manage?

Allergies
highmaintenance asked:


My allergies are peanuts, nuts, soy, latex, and other seeds and fruits. I am sensitive to toxins/chemicals in the air such as off-gassing from new rugs. Wondering if there is anyone who deals with something like this, and how would you travel? We’re planning a 14 hour drive, and I don’t want to miss it, but I don’t want to go and be completely stressed out the whole time. Please answer only if you have similar conditions (you or a family member). Thank you.

You Like It ? Then Please Share:
  • Digg
  • del.icio.us
  • Facebook
  • Google
  • Furl
  • Live
  • MySpace
  • Reddit
  • Slashdot
  • StumbleUpon
  • Technorati
  • Yahoo! Buzz
Mar 24 2009

Allergy Relief In Your House

It is possible to have major allergy problems when you are exposed to mold so it is important to know the symptoms you you notice. Many may not at first understand that this is possibly related to a mold problem however if you have a recurring sickness that seems like it can be your allergies acting up then you may have a mold problem in your home and you do not even know it. If you know what the symptoms are from mold exposure than you will have a easier time seeing your sickness for what it actually is. Many people live with mold in there house and it keeps them sick and they do not even know about it. If you have symptoms, alergy relief is available online.

If you are subjected to mold there can be many flu like symptoms that you will notice and in worse cases you can have an upper respiratory infection that is derived from the exposure tothe mold. You need to have your dwelling tested if you observe these issues with your heath on a repeating basis because solving a mold issue that you have in your home may solve your health issues. Also if you wait it can get much worse and in some very bad cases can cause cancer or even death if the mold is not removed from thehome.

Remember that you might have a mold issue and think that it is bad allergies or even respiratory problems. You need to make sure that you have your dwelling tested if you think that you may be getting sick a lot and you suspect that mold may be the issue. Once your home is treated then you will reduce the amount of sickness you have with your allergies. If you have allergies relief is available.

You Like It ? Then Please Share:
  • Digg
  • del.icio.us
  • Facebook
  • Google
  • Furl
  • Live
  • MySpace
  • Reddit
  • Slashdot
  • StumbleUpon
  • Technorati
  • Yahoo! Buzz

WordPress Themes