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Cooper Wow, this is such a fantastic project, everyone. The tips are wonderful and so creative, thoughtful and inspiring. Thank you all so much!Great news! http://www.aller-ease.com/ and highly regarded allergist http://www.nyc-allergist.com/ have offered to answer some of our allergy and allergen related questions.Post an allergy/allergen-related question in the comment section below between now and Friday (9/25) and within the next week your questions will be addressed. Thanks!
over 2 years ago - Comment
StacieinAtlanta I was stung by a bee at girl scout camp at the age of 10. I had a horrible reaction. My foot swelled up, my breathing became labored and I spent several days in the hospital being monitored. Ever since then, I have had a prescription for an epi-pen in case I get stung by a bee again. It has been 27 years since that bee sting without incident. Of course I run screaming and flailing like a mad woman any time a bee even comes near me. My epi-pen expired a few years and I have not seen a doctor to renew the prescription. Is it possible to have outgrown this allergy? Should I worry about it? What should I do?
over 2 years ago
StacieinAtlanta My son has been having what I call sneezing jags. He will sneeze 8-10 times in a row and has been doing this several times a day for the past week.
While it seems a little strange, is it really something that I should worry about?
over 2 years ago
StacieinAtlanta Several years ago I was prescribed some eyedrops for allergic rhinitis. I remember the doctor saying something about using them daily but I don't have allergies daily. They kind of come and go (in an annoying sort of way).
Are the eyedrops something that is more effective with daily use or can I continue on an as needed basis?
over 2 years ago
StacieinAtlanta I have a question. I think that I have become allergic to my contacts. I have been wearing them for 10 years without any problems. Then earlier this year, I cannot put them in my eyes without itching, burning, excessive eye watering.
Seriously, is this possible? I did not switch contacts, solutions, place of residence, didn't even have a birthday. :) How could this happen?
over 2 years ago
Emily One of the tips submitted in the Flip for Fall campaign suggested that allergy sufferers should wash their sinuses with a salt water solution to get rid of pollen and whatever else might be bothering the person. Does this practice make a difference?
over 2 years ago
Kimberly@PPM When I was having my air duct serviced the salesman was trying to sell me a $450 air purifier for my bedroom to help with our allergies. He also swore that it would stop my husband from snoring too. Do you think that air purifiers are beneficial or just a whole lotta hoopla? If you do think so, do you recommend any brand in particular?
Thanks,
Kimberly @ Pretty Pink Momma
over 2 years ago
MyFourMonkeys Hi Dr, Bassett! I have a very similar question. My 6 yr old has battled eczema since she was tiny, with the bends of her elbows and knees being the worst spots. We saw an allergist for several months, but besides telling us she was allergic to eggs, it didn't do much good. Taking eggs out of her diet makes no difference, and the eczema seems to come and go at will. She is now seeing a dermatologist and they have her on steroid cream... again. My question is: Are there things we can do at home to reduce her need for the cream? We do the normal things like bathing with only approved soaps, doing laundry with only free & clear detergents, coating her with vaseline twice a day during the colder months to keep her moist, etc. Is there any hope for a less cumbersome routine for her skin, or is this something that we will have to deal with? Thank you!
over 2 years ago
dayeni Hi Dr. Bassett,
My daughter has horrible sensitivities to soaps, detergents, lotions and many fabrics. We wash her clothing and bedding separately and in free/clear laundry soaps. She uses only organic soaps but no lotions can be put on her skin or she instantly breaks out. We've tried everything from organic to baby lotions and even some prescription lotion to no avail. Any suggestions?
over 2 years ago
andTwinsMake5 Hi Dr. Bassett,
My 8 year old daughter has asthma and we know she is allergic to mold, dust, and pet dander. Aside from bothering her asthma at times, she also gets very itchy flare-ups in the folds of her arms and behind the knees. We've found when it is bad, she itches these spots until they are completely raw while she sleeps.
We've put aller-ease covers on her mattress and pillows.
I was wondering if you had any further suggestions in regards to things like what fabric sheets and blankets are best? Should she bathe at night or in the morning? How often should she bathe? Is their a specific brand of lotion you'd suggest?
Thanks!
Stephanie Wagner
@ And Twins make 5!
over 2 years ago