Allergy History: How to Determine Allergic Problem in Patients

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The most crucial element in the assessment process of a possible allergic problem is patient’s allergy history. An allergy history is made up of a chief problem, resolve of seasonality or diurnal variation of symptoms, detection of triggers, occupational asthma exposure, and reaction to medicines, family history, and some other relevant medical history. An allergy history looks for to define the patient’s chief complaint(s) and concentrates on the details with regards to those complaints. There is a lexicon typical to patients with allergy complaints. Sinus dizziness strain and headaches are often cited as symptoms. The history taker should be attuned to the patient’s viewpoint as a possible allergy sufferer. Exactly where and when does the symptom happen? Or is it happened during sleep? (more…)

The Possible Link Between Beauty Products and Allergies

Looking good can be hazardous to your health. There are certain cosmetic products such as makeup, skin cleansers, soap, moisturizers, sunscreens, deodorants and perfumes that people with Asthma and Allergies cannot use. The problem lies with the allergic reaction they receive when using these products. I have one client who cannot use any form of makeup or she ends up in the Emergency Room. She looks good without makeup anyway. (more…)

Allergies to Scents, Fragrance and Chemical: Allergy Reactions

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Have you ever stepped into a crowded elevator, inhaled a whiff of fragrance and suddenly found yourself struggling to breathe? If this has happened to you, you are probably have scent allergies or fragrance allergy. Since these triggers are all around us, it is difficult to avoid unpleasant reactions. It is estimated that between 15 and 30 percent of Americans are allergic to certain everyday chemicals. Among asthma sufferers, 72% report that perfumes and colognes trigger attacks. Find out where these hidden allergens lurk and how to protect yourself. (more…)

What to Do if Your Coworkers’ Perfume affecting your Asthma?

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I don’t know if anyone else has thought of doing this after being exposed to a cologne-doused coworkers or colleagues in your office or job’s environment. People are reluctant to complain to management or HR about problems like this, figuring nothing will be done.

Well, there is strength in numbers you know. If you don’t have immediate numbers of friends with breathing problems you can call on to complain along with you, (more…)