Allergy Nursing Newsletter
2002 Archives
December 19, 2002
Advice for the cat allergy sufferer who wishes to visit relatives that own cats during the holidays.
Deciding whether to treat an allergy to cat
December 11, 2002
An example of soldiers in battle helps answer this question.
How do allergy shots work? How many? How often?
December 4, 2002
Help for those who love a cat as well as a family member or friend who is allergic to it.
Guess who's coming to visit? An allergic guest!
November 13, 2002
About 6 months ago,I started experiencing severe bronchial systems.... Can allergies or mold cause problems with the voice box and vocal cords?
Mold and upper respiratory problems
November 6, 2002
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October 30, 2002
He was tested about 1 1/2 years ago...started shot therapy...continues to get sinus infections. Should I be concerned?
Evaluating results, revising plan
October 23, 2002
The skin prick came back negative for all foods. The RAST came back with low equivocal.... Should I completely avoid these foods?
Low or borderline food test results
October 17, 2002
How long does a latax allergy last after coming in contact?
Latex allergy -- incidence & reactions
October 9, 2002
I have mold growing on the bathroom ceiling. What can I do?
Getting rid of the mold -- safely
October 2, 2002
I was taking amoxicillin and at the end of the antibiotic tx, I broke out in hives over my entire body....
Medication allergies
September 19, 2002
Every time I walk into the office to work, I have a harder time breathing.... Is it something from the air conditioning units?
Mold and air circulation, a guest response by Mike McMahon, Indoor Air Specialist
September 11, 2002
May God bless all of you around the world with his renewed hope as you remember 9-11. God willing, we'll be back next week with Allergy Nursing Newsletter!
Remembering 911
September 4, 2002
I have inhaler controlled asthma and many allergies, seasonal/pets/foods. My allergist mentioned that allergy shots are not an option. Why would that be?
When shots are not an option
August 28, 2002
I have both Sjogren's syndrome and severe allergies. Sjogren's drys out my mouth and nose. Standard antihistamines also dry the nose and mouth. Can you please suggest one that won't, or an alternative.
Antihistamines, dry mouth, & sjogrens syndrome
August 21, 2002
I'm often asked if I've had any health problems related to the mold in my home, or the clean-up of it; I've discussed this as well as health conditions commonly attributed to mold.
Living with mold -- health problems
August 14, 2002
I recently had a skin allergy test and then found out I was pregnant... What can an expectant mother take for severe allergy...?
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and allergies
June 19, 2002
What part of a cat makes people allergic...the fur? Dander?
Cats, carpets, & Fel d1
June 5, 2002
I tested 2 to cat dander. "My skin test reads 7/20. What do these numbers mean?
Skin Testing - what the numbers mean
May 22 and 29, 2002
(During the last two weeks of May, I've written my own "moldy story.")
A moldy story
May 15, 2002
I have been diagnosed with mold allergys. The doctor would not put me on allergy shots because most of my symptoms were just severe fatigue and nausea.
Mold and "Dr. Detective"
May 8, 2002
Is it OK to continue to take antihistamine medications during immunotherapy?
Antihistamines and immunotherapy
May 1, 2002
Why are allergy injections given sub-q and are they supposed to be given at a 45 or 90 degree angle?
Allergy shots -- "How?" & "Where?"
April 24, 2002
I have a rash. Here are the symptoms. What could it be?
What is this skin rash?
April 17, 2002
Can babies be allergic to cats? What are the symptoms? Are some cats better for allergy sufferers than others?
Allergy to cats in infants and children
April 9, 2002
Itchy eyes with dark circles around them, a morning cough, and no health insurance -- what can be done?
Medical help or self-treatment
April 2, 2002
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March 26, 2002
Am I allergic to something specific?
Chronic urticaria (hives)
March 19, 2002
Can we get rid of allergy (without using surgery)?
Is there a cure for allergies?
March 12, 2002
What is the difference between allergy to dust mite type Der F and Der P?
Different types of dust mites
March 6, 2002
Every spring when that heavy yellow dust gets on everything I am miserable. What is the plant that produces it?
What is that heavy yellow pollen?
February 26, 2002
A food allergy that is causing asthmatic attacks: Eating anything with black pepper seems to irritate my trachea.
Swelling of the windpipe (trachea)
February 19, 2002
I have taken 2 shots and hate them. What else can I do to help my asthma?
Developing a plan for asthma care
February 12, 2002
Can allergies lead to an ear infection?
Allergies & otitis media (ear infections)
February 12, 2002 (bonus)
Valentine flowers: romance or misery?
Sensitivity to scents and smoke
February 5, 2002
I'm allergic to cedar pollen. What about the wood?
Cedar wood and pollen allergy
January 29, 2002
I was able to take penicillin, then I had a reaction. Is there a test?
Am I allergic to penicillin?
January 22, 2002
Why do people get allergies in the first place?
What causes allergies?
January 15, 2002
I think I'm allergic to wool. If so what would my reactions be?
Allergy to wool
January 8, 2002
One of my students told me that she is "allergic" to cold weather and breaks out in hives. Is there such a thing?
Allergy to cold weather
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