What is the worst season to have those allergies?
Q. I have mine at summer. Those allergies I mean are sneezing, stuffy/runny nose...those. By the way, does everyone have those seasonal allergies?
Asked by milk tea bbt (: - Fri Sep 28 19:28:19 2007 - Allergies - 8 Answers - Comments

A. Right now, in fact, in the Northern Hemisphere, is the most uncomfortable time for folks with seasonal allergies. The end of summer and beginning of autumn is when many allergen-producing plants such as goldenrod are shedding their irritants and that's borne out by the increase in doctor visits with complaints regarding symptoms that tie into allergic reactions to environmental contaminants. Ain't it a pity that the prettiest season of the year coincides with so much misery?
Answered by anoldmick - Fri Sep 28 22:35:42 2007

My poor dog has seasonal allergies. Any home remedies I am can give her?
Q. I have an Akita mix, and I have read that they are more likely to get seasonal allergies. But every year about this time she just scratches and scratches. I have given her oatmeal baths, which seems to help for a bit. I have thought about giving her just regular old benedryl, but I am not sure how much to give (she weighs maybe 50 lbs). Any suggestions for either home remedies or products I can buy to help her? I am having a temp money crunch and cant afford to take her to the vet at this moment.
Asked by pepper_0713 - Wed Sep 26 11:08:06 2007 - Dogs - 8 Answers - Comments

A. i have the same problem with my husky it is a long battle with him and it startes around june/july and he is still suffering. he weighs 96 lbs and the vet says i can give him up to 3 benadryl a day. he has been on prenisone for a few mths which really helps but the side effects are peeing a lot and thirst. i bought him some oatmeal conditioner that you rub on his skin and leave on it soothes his spots also i changed his diet to lamb and rice mix and cut out beef,pork,chicken etc and only give it to him when i cook it.try to keep your dog out of long grass,weeds and wet areas on the ground as it triggers his itch. i just started walking him again since it got cooler and he is happy but is still scratching but not as bad. prenisone is a good… [cont.]
Answered by john n - Wed Sep 26 11:26:19 2007

Can an allergic person overcome allergies to his pet by building a tolerance over time?
Q. I bought a dog, but am having pretty bad allergies. I do not want to go the allergy shots route, or constantly take medication, or have to limit how I play with him. I'm suffering now, but am wondering, if over time, I may build a tolerance and grow immune to his dander, saliva, and other allergens? I recall I used to go to my friend's house a lot, and had real bad allergies from his cats. But over time, the allergies became a lot better. I thought it was because I built a tolerance to them.
Asked by braindead_romantik - Wed Nov 21 05:26:43 2007 - Dogs - 7 Answers - 2 Comments

A. I have been allergic to cats all my life and I have never built any sort of immunity to them. I think you should go to a allergist and they can help you build immunity to your allergies by injecting you with allergens. This therapy is called "Immunotherapy" It's not an instant cure but it can take anywhere from one year to two years to see an improvement. But over time you will see an improvement. Some people improve after only a few months of therapy. Hope this has helped.
Answered by Tee - Wed Nov 21 05:44:40 2007

What are the chances of getting rid of bad cat allergies with allergy shots?
Q. I have always had really bad allergies to cats but I love them so much so it is really hard to have allergies. I am a wreck if I am in a house that has/had a cat(s). I heard that there is treatment with allergy shots over a 3 year period but there are no guarantees that it will work and it would cost me about $1200 in total to do. Do you think it is worth it? How high is the success rate?
Asked by The Apprentice - Thu Jul 28 19:31:05 2011 - Allergies - 1 Answers - Comments

A. It takes about 5 yrs worth of shots to get rid of allergies. They have studied and found that after 5 yrs, the shots don't do any good.
Answered by mrsj - Mon Aug 1 07:56:26 2011

How long before allergies start should you start taking your med's?
Q. I have been prescribed allegra and I am wondering if you have to start taking it before your allergies start?
Asked by Joel B - Wed Mar 18 13:42:17 2009 - Allergies - 3 Answers - Comments

A. The standard rule of thumb for long-acting H1 blockers is a minimum of 30 minutes prior to anticipated allergen exposure. This allows time for the medication to enter the digestive system and begin distributed systemically through the tissues. Ideal time frames would be on the order of 60 minutes. Long-acting medications such as this are most effective if they are in already in place, blocking the H1 receptor, prior to histamine release (antigen exposure). They do not compete as well once histamine has been released, compared to medications like Benadryl, which is used to counteract conditions like anaphylactic shock.
Answered by intelex - Wed Mar 18 14:44:13 2009

How come when People have allergies they pick their nose when it itches?
Q. How come When People have allergies and their nose is itchy why do they pick their noses? They don't even use a kleenex which my mom does and I get irritated when she does that in public.
Asked by Princess April Ann - Fri Mar 14 19:08:34 2008 - Allergies - 2 Answers - Comments

A. Ew... I didn't know ppl did but get tissue and bring them w/ u and when you mom is reaching 4 sum gold giv her 1. lol
Answered by Haley - Fri Mar 14 19:17:39 2008

My husband is suffering from a severe case of seasonal allergies. How can we find out what he is allergic to?
Q. We've tried herbal remedies, i.e. grapeseed extract, allergic tonic and etc. However, they don't seem to be that effective. He's used Zyrtec in the past and it was helpful. I am wondering if allergy shots are the most effective way to combat allergies? I would appreciate any advice from fellow allergy sufferers. Thanks.
Asked by cstacey_sf - Mon Apr 30 23:20:50 2007 - Allergies - 8 Answers - Comments

A. Your primarty care doc or an allergist can have a RAST test done. With one tube of his blood they will find out everything he is allergic to. It's a great tool to enable his doctor to prescribe him the appropriate medication. Allergy shots can help, but they still have to know exactly what he is allergic to before he can start that treatment. You do become immune to your allergy medicine. I use Claritin one year and Zyrtec the next. Right now I'm taking Singulair (pill form, not inhaler) and it works great. Next Spring I might have to go back to Allegra if the Singulair quits working for me. It's a pain, but eventually you learn how to deal with all of it and find the right medications you can rotate. I did allergy shots but we moved cross… [cont.]
Answered by wwhrd - Tue May 1 00:03:21 2007

How do you deal with allergies and contacts?
Q. My new contacts are irritating and itchy due to allergies. I take Allegra and use Alaway drops, but they still itch. Anyone have any tips or tricks?
Asked by Kat - Wed Oct 29 11:14:28 2008 - Optical - 3 Answers - Comments

A. Do you have soft or hard contacts? That usually makes a big difference.
Answered by Linny - Wed Oct 29 11:18:01 2008

how do you tell the difference between allergies and pinkeye in babies?
Q. my son has a runny nose, and his eys are watery but not red like with pinkeye so i thought allergies, but this yellow green fluid is leaking out of his tear ducts and every time he sneezes is it comes out more.is that pinkeye? or does he just have really gross allergies? i don't know whether to call the doctor yet or not. what do i do?
Asked by jmfox24 - Wed Apr 28 23:47:40 2010 - Allergies - 2 Answers - Comments

What is the difference between the common cold and allergies?
Q. I know this question sounds stupid but when I tell people I have a cold I always hear "It could be allergies." I know the cold is the rhinovirus and an allergy is not a virus. My question is, are there different symptoms for a cold vs. allergies? I really don't think I am allergic to anything but I am curious about how people come to that conclusion. They seem to have the same symptoms, so how do you know what it really is?
Asked by dmc81076 - Thu Aug 24 12:46:16 2006 - Other - General Health Care - 6 Answers - Comments

A. The people you are talking to don't really know--it could be either and the symptoms are similar. They probably either think its weird that you have a cold when no one else does in the middle of summer, or they suffer from allergies and know its a bad time for them in your area. But if you keep having symptoms but don't ever attempt to treat allergies, its worth a try. If you get the symptoms for a little while and they are gone in a week or so, it is probably a cold. If you feel like you are never getting rid of your cold--you have it for weeks, it's probably allergies. If it gets worse in certain places or environments (indoors-especially if it is some indoor places and not others, freshly cut grass, woods), it's probaby allergies. To… [cont.]
Answered by wayfaroutthere - Thu Aug 24 13:01:11 2006

How to help prevent allergies from a cat?
Q. My mom has allergies to cats, but I want one so bad. Is there anyway I could get a cat and keep her allergies on a down low? I want a black cat if that helps.
Asked by - Wed Jun 15 18:47:20 2011 - Cats - 4 Answers - Comments

A. Most likely what your mom is allergic to is the dander a cat gives off. Female cats produce a lower level of allergens than males, and neutered males produce a lower level of allergens than unaltered males.A recent study shows that cat owners with dark-colored cats were more likely to report allergy symptoms than those with light-colored cats. I think your best bet would be to talk to your mother, see if she would consider getting on a allergy pill. I know I am allergic to cats but if I use clartin that my allergies are not near as bad! Also, if you get a 'naked' cat aka hairless cat or shave a cat it would be less likely to provoke your mothers allergies. Good luck!
Answered by Jenna Marie - Wed Jun 15 18:55:28 2011

Can pollen allergies be passed on to others?
Q. Well, I don't know if I still am but every Spring I got my allergies. Mid-way through Spring, I stopped taking my medicine and I was just fine. But that same day, my sister, who was not allergic to anything, suddenly got an allergic reaction to pollen. I asked my mom and my health teacher if they knew if that was possible but they said they never heard of anything like that happening and think it was just an interesting coincidence. I think that may be true but I would like someone else's opinion about this. Thanks to whoever answers this.
Asked by SJY - Sun Feb 17 16:49:49 2008 - Allergies - 3 Answers - Comments

A. Allergies are not communicable in the sense that bacteria are. You cannot catch someone's allergy the way you can catch their cold. However, allergies can be inherited, so perhaps your sister became allergic simply because you have the same parents. Or maybe she just wanted to hog all the attention :o)
Answered by Blixa - Sun Feb 17 16:57:02 2008

How did the human beings get allergies in the first place?
Q. I was just wondering how us, human beings, have allergies. Did the pre-historic people had it too? And how did these allergies develop?
Asked by I Like Asking Questions - Thu Jul 23 01:39:12 2009 - Biology - 5 Answers - Comments

A. The really, really, simplified answer is that allergies are a product of your immune system - most of the processes are designed to protect you from harmful things, but sometimes, the immune system initiates a response when presented with something relatively harmless, or overreacts, leading to what we would call an allergy (more appropriately, a hypersensitivity reaction). It's not completely understood, and probably has both genetic determinants as well as environmental ones, but in any case, it's something that has been around since there have been immune systems, so most likely, prehistoric humans had allergies as well, just like any modern human (or any animal, really), but probably to different things (the most common allergens… [cont.]
Answered by atstdriver - Thu Jul 23 01:55:00 2009

Is the success rate high for getting rid of cat allergies with allergy shots?
Q. I am considering getting allergy shots for my bad cat allergies because I absolutely love cats but can't be around them because I get severe allergy problems. Irritated skin, irritated eyes and severe sneezing. I have heard allergy shots over a 3 year period may eliminate the allergy altogether but it is costly and not 100% guaranteed. Is the success rate high for getting rid of cat allergies with allergy shots? Do you think it is worth it? Thanks for answering.
Asked by Lisa - Wed Aug 3 12:00:40 2011 - Cats - 1 Answers - Comments

A. thats a doctor question...
Answered by Tinkerbell - Wed Aug 3 12:24:08 2011

What is the differences between allergies and recurring sinus infections?
Q. I just had sinus surgery but I still continue to get recurring sinus infections I rarely get any allergy symptoms. I don't get ichy eyes, running nose, or sneezing. I dont know if the doctor just didn't do the operation right or what. Cause I doubt I have allergies.
Asked by mookie - Mon Nov 13 23:03:15 2006 - Allergies - 2 Answers - 1 Comments

A. infections usually have color to them whereas allergies run clear.
Answered by rynay - Mon Nov 13 23:05:56 2006

What is the best way for curing my allergies ? Any natural treatment for allergies?
Q. I have nasal blockage and allergies and my doctor give me some tablets to take for 90 days.After the course of medicine there are red spots all over my body. What is the best way for curing my allergies ? Any natural treatment for allergies?
Asked by Sevan Kayla - Sat Jul 17 04:53:21 2010 - Allergies - 2 Answers - Comments

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Answered by Desoja Lauren - Sat Jul 17 14:14:19 2010

What is a good allergy medication for pet and seasonal allergies?
Q. Hello i recently purchased a chinchilla and i seem to notice a few slight allergies to him and his hay and dust. I am also having seasonal allergies at the same time so i am unsure whats actually causing it him or the world. Is there one medication that works for all of the above? I am not allergic to dogs i have two of those no problem but ever since moving from california to new hampshire i am just drowning in allergies.
Asked by Katie - Sat Jun 4 11:02:39 2011 - Allergies - 1 Answers - Comments

A. Try Zyrtec or Claritin. They can both be purchased over the counter at your local grocery store.
Answered by Elliot - Sat Jun 4 11:40:29 2011

What is the best pet for someone with allergies?
Q. I would like a pet I can actually pet. I love dogs and cats, but have found my allergies and asthma act up around them - are there certain breeds I should look for? I've tried fish and lizards, but they just aren't very pet-like, though I enjoy having them around. Are there dogs and cats that are better for people with allergies? Maybe certain short-hair breeds? Or other pets that are great? Thank you for any help! :)
Asked by JStrat - Tue Jul 25 16:23:56 2006 - Other - Pets - 45 Answers - 2 Comments

A. Any of the hairless dog and cat breeds are good. They take a little getting used to but are really sweet pets. Poodles are also good, but please, please, don't get a poodle cross breed. There are so many health problems related to them because of the crossing.(You cross one type of dog that's already prone to problems, with another that is also prone, and you double the problem) Look into Devon Rex or Sphinx cats, Chinese Crested, American Hairless Terriers, Mexican Hairless dogs, or Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs. There is also a breed of hairless guinea pigs. And of course hairless rats. Birds are also good companions. They are very affectionate is raised properly, so find a reputable breeder, not pet store bought.
Answered by Alysse - Tue Jul 25 16:56:58 2006

Why do my pollen allergies start at different times?
Q. Last year my spring allergies started pretty much the first day of the season (Northern NJ, bad place for tree pollen). This year, they barely started in mid April at the beginning of the season and stayed pretty low key until today, May 10th, and all of a sudden they are disastrous. How come my allergies didn't fully blossom until today even though the pollen counts have been higher this year?
Asked by Benjamin B - Wed May 10 10:12:15 2006 - Respiratory Diseases - 3 Answers - Comments

A. It all depends upon which tree you are specifically allergic to...it may be late blooming this year. Different weather patterns will bring out one specific plant one day and another a different day. Some news/weather channels will show when pollen will be especially bad that day, but not being from where you are I wouldn't know the channels.
Answered by Sheridan - Wed May 10 18:28:39 2006

How do food addictions and allergies work?
Q. I read that food allergies can become addictions because our bodies craves the food we are allergic to (some, not all obviously) and can lead to the addiction of that food. This is counter intuitive on so many levels lol So maybe I understood incorrectly. Can someone explain the link between food allergy and addiction? Is this pseudoscience or real? How does it work? Serious answers only.
Asked by professionalkiwi - Sat Jun 6 13:27:46 2009 - Allergies - 2 Answers - Comments

A. I'm allergic to eggs, nuts, peanuts, and tree nuts and I've never heard of this. I'd say it isn't true because once you eat a food your allergic to it makes you feel so uncomfortable and bad that you'd never want to feel that way again. For example once I ate once of those really big Laffy Taffy and who knew those have eggs in them and the little ones don't. Anyway my throat swelled up and it was difficult to breathe. I don't think I'd become addicted to something that makes me feel that awful.
Answered by Rachel - Mon Jun 8 19:19:42 2009