Allergies have consumed my head and there is so much freakin pressure.\nThere shold be a law against daffoldils in the office for people that suffer from allergies.
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I have no allergies, but I do feel like crap and I am having a pretty bad day so far! aT LEAST THE WEEK IS OVER...\n\nTake care and feel better soon,\n\nDiego
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I think that this is discrimination. This is one more way for the government to control our personal habits. \n\nGET ISSUE 4 ON THE BALLOT NEXT TIME - GET IT PASSED!!!!
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allergies are a response to allergens (ie pollen, pet dander etc.). In response to allergens, your allergies are cause by the bodys release of histamines. Some allergies can be acquired over time or indicative immediately after exposure to an allergen. \n\nAllergens are typically caused non-living factors like food, medicine, pet dander and not by living factors like bacteria or viruses. Bacteria and Viruses are classified as "infections" and not allergies.\n\nIf your coworker has a cold, then yes you can get that. It's caused by a virus that can be spread in mucous and water droplets from the lungs, but if its only allergies you are completely fine!\n\n[edit]\n\nIn regards to Germacidal's post...\n\nYou can receive an infection secondary to an allergy, but the allergy it self is not the cause. To receive an infection, you must come in contact with a bacterium or viron that successfully penetrates into your body.\n\nSecondly, just because you have a severe allergy to plant pollen or other airborne allergens does not indicate your likeliness to get an infection. \n\nBe sure to wash your hands often especially before eating and drinking. This should decrease your chances of contracting an infection...
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It's that time of year!!  Yeah, it sucks, but that's how it goes....  I'm in the midwest, and the pollen counts this year just until now are almost to what they were over the better part of the entire allergy season last year... SO, for those of us with allergies, it's a little rough.  Depending on your body, there are plenty of good allergy meds out there to take.  You can take an OTC antihistamine, or get something like Claritin for antihistamine.  There are some steroid nasal sprays that work well without drying out your sinuses/eyes, too (Nasonex for example), or there are some newer drugs out that block leukotrienes that aren't as widely prescribed as the aforementioned two types.  Take something, get plenty of kleenex, maybe some visine if you have itchy eyes...  Good luck!  :)
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You might want to consider having  your sinus check first,there is a laser treatment out there now that help with allergies i think it might cost the same as a nose job.Did you know  a nose job is call rhino-plaster?
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Your allergic...I worked for an allergist for 5 yrs. You don't need to see an allergist but just stay away from those foods. If the reaction gets worse then go see the allergist to be tested and to get an epi-pen.
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sounds like an allergic reaction to certain foods.Watch what you eat when this happens and try to eliminate it from your diet.
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An allergy perhaps?  Hayfever?
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You would seem to have a real mix of physical allergy and a developing psychological problem with food.\n\nAsk for more specific allergy testing if possible.\nFor severe allergies, it may help you to carry an adrenaline injection (they are available ready to use for just this type of situation). Sounds OTT but it may help you relax a little around food.\n\nYou will need vitamin supplements (most bulked with small amount of lactose so be careful if this is part of the issue)\n\nNow what to eat?\n\nA natural smoked kipper is a traditional breakfast meal, and will certainly cleanse the palate. Obviously fruit and veg seem OK.
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What they usually do for my daughter is draw a grid on her arm and put droplets of water containing the potential allergen in them onto the spaces.  They are then slightly pricked with the edge of a blade and she waits in the waiting room for 15 minutes.  They always do a control one so that you know it has worked.  The control one will bump up and so will any others that you are allergic to.  If you are allergic to certain things you will have to determine how allergic you are.  For instance if you may be susceptible to anaphalactic shock then you will need to carry an epipen around with you in case you come into contact with that substance (ie peanuts).  If you have a mild allergy piriton or similar should be fine.
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Assuming he has seasonal allergies, he could try a supplement with proanthrocyanins and quercitin, like products "allerquell" or "grape seed extract".  Most importantly he should AVOID triggers and pro-inflammatories such as dairy products, citrus juices (orange, grapefruit, etc.), high histamine fruits like strawberries, red meat, processed sugars and processed white breads.  Encourage more intake of fresh non-fried fish, lime or lemon water, fruits like peaches, pears, banana, blueberries, cranberries.  Consider an EFA (essential fatty acid) supplement containing omego 3-6-9 if his fish intake is low (less than 2 serving per week).  \n\nObviously, he should get lots of rest, as staying up long nights depletes his energy.\n\nHis main living areas (bedroom, living room) should be allergen reduced by keeping windows entering into these spaces closed; no pets or people's dirty clothes carrying dander and pollens allowed into these areas; dry clothing in a dryer (not clothesline).  Ensure he washes before going to bed to reduce pollen and dander exposure to him overnight.\n\nGive this a month and see if it helps.  Good luck.
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You must contact your GP. If its convenient take a friend along for support. As far as I know back-dated sickness lines are valid- after all you could have been in a coma for the previous week. Failing that, insist on a home visit from your GP. 'Phone or write to your employer-they may be unsympathetic but it shows you have been trying to manage the conduct of your abscence. Assuming you get a long-term sickness note, (even two weeks), use the time to make a note of the demands made on you and why you consider them unreasonable. Contact your union rep or professional representative- they should be able to give you legal advice and support in any tribunal. It is the duty of your employer to ensure safe and secure working conditions for you and this certainly includes work-related stress. You will probably not lose your job, so do not worry on that account. So get in touch with your GP first, you'll feel alot better having made that first step. Remember stress is an illness, as much as flu, measles, chickenpox etc, it can and does happen to anyone and its NOT a sign of weakness! Good Luck!
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If you're suffering now you're likely to be allergic to tree pollen.  Classic "hay-fever" is an allergy to grass pollen, which I suffer from, and comes on later in the year.  Prescription drugs turn me into something out of The Hills Have Eyes, so I can sympathise with your wish for something natural.  Homeopathic remedies worked for me for couple of years, but don't any more alas.  I got through last season with a eye drop remedy called Hay-Crom and Beconase nasal spray, but these rarely work for more than one season at a go -- pills like Clarityn stop working after a week or so.  Because you mention the heating it sounds like you may also have a dust or pet-hair allergy which is making things worse.
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it might be allergies! talk to a doctor.
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I commend you for preparing for your appointment with the allergist.  Being an informed patient fosters communication with doctor(s) and helps you make informed choices about your treatment plan(s).  I hope the following information is helpful in getting you as healthy as possible.  \n\n\nFirst of all, here are some "basics" that were helpful for me to know:\n#1: A better term for "allergies" is "hypersensitivities".\n\n#2: Allergies are grouped by the kind of trigger, time of year, or where symptoms appear on the body. \n\n#3:  Types of Allergies: \na) Indoor (aka “Nasal” Allergies)\nb) Outdoor (aka “Hay Fever” and “Nasal” Allergies) \nc) Food & Drug \nd) Latex \ne) Insect\nf) Skin\ng) Eye\n  \n\n#4: There are two ways to test for hypersentivities*:\na. Skin \nb. Blood \n\n\n#5: Hypersensitivities/ Allergies change with time.  Yup, just because you are not allergic to something in the past doesn’t assure you will not develop hypersensitivity down the road.\n\n#6: Hypersensitivities/ Allergies can be managed.  There is/are no cure(s).\n\n#7: Treatment does not make you hypersensitive -/ allergen-free.  There is/are no cure(s).\n\n#8: Most allergists do NOT test for or help with food hypersensitivities.  \n\n\n\nSo, with all that in mind, it is IMPERATIVE to know WHY you and your primary care physician (PCP) need the expertise of an Allergy & Immunology specialist.  Is it because: \n#1: You have never been diagnosed or tested?\n\n#2: You and your doctor want to rule out food hypersensitivity?  \n\n#3: You and your doctor suspect a NEW hypersensensitivity to certain foods, pets, drugs, etc.?\n\n#4: A preexisting condition - asthma, environmental hypersensitivity, skin disorder, etc. – require medications such as epinephrine and/or other prescriptions?   \n\n\n\nOnce you’ve ascertained the reason why you are seeing an allergist, here are some questions you may want to ask the allergist BEFORE your appointment:\n#1: Do you test for food allergies?\n\n#2: Do you treat food allergies?\n\n#3: Do you view food hypersensitivity as seriously as environmental hypersensitivity?\n\n#4: (If the allergist does treat food allergies.)  Do you prescribe epinephrine for severe food reactions?\n\n#5. Is there anything I need to do with my medication(s) to prepare for my appointment? \n\n#6. Do you practice/ prescribe alternative treatment (aka Naturopathy***)? \n\n\n\nTo make the most out of doctor visits, it always a good idea to:\n#1. (Especially on your initial visit)\nProvide thorough information (past & present) related to your hypersensitivities/ allergies**.  \n\n#2:  Provide an accurate and detailed list of all prescribed and over-the-counter products (include vitamins, minerals, dietary supplements/ shakes, herbs, etc.) you are currently taking.\n\n#3.  Update your list every time you see a provider\n\n\n\nLastly, if you have additional questions or would like more information, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) now provides online access to an allergy specialist.  Questions can be submitted online at http://www.aafa.org/ask_allergist_online.cfm
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I live in northeast Alabama and I have bad seasonal allergies and right now I am doing the best I've done all year. I don't know what could be blooming right now over there I think that most everything is dead now. I wonder if your having indoor allergy problems. It could be mold.
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ask if you can change classes if its offered at a different time or otherwise you will have to talk to the teacher and have her move him somewhere away from you,  maybe sit by an open window.  Or you could talk to him personaly and explain your allergy to him, and maybe he will be cool about it and skip the cig. before that class.