Dr. Ashley Emmert

Irritated skin: Hi there. Sometimes staph can secrete what is called a superantigen which can activate the immune system or possibly it is just that abnormal skin ta... Read More

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A 32-year-old female asked:

I am experiencing severe nasal congestion. i'm very prone to sinus infections. can i take phenylephrine and pseudoephedrine together to max results?

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Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

No: There was a recent study showing that phenylephrine was not effective for congestion. I would just take the pseudoephedrine. You could combine that ... Read More

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A 25-year-old female asked:

I've had post nasal drip and sinus head ache for six weeks. there is also a small cyst-like object on the back right wall of my throat. do i need antibiotics, or is it something i can treat over the counter?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Headache: Sinus headaches are often not really from sinus congestion and post nasal drip can be from allergies. If the cyst like object is growing I would get ... Read More

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A 24-year-old male asked:

My eczema has flared up again, how can i control it urgently?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Ezema: St rapid creams would be nice the first line along with moisturizers.

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A 58-year-old male asked:

I just discovered black small threads in my stool, i have had off/on issues for the past 2 weeks, any cause for concern?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

No: Likely from something you are. Are you having other symptoms?

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A 44-year-old female asked:

When im in a house with dog and hair all over floors, furniture, etc. i feel itchy eyes, throat, chest hurts for hours. can adults develop allergies?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Yes: You can develop allergies at any point in your life.

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A 36-year-old female asked:

I am experiencing hives (urticaria) and swollen face. the following also describes me: skin rash. what should i do?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Rash: Hives can occur for multiple reasons and depending on how long they have been going on the treatments can be different. What parts of your face are s... Read More

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A female asked:

Is it ok to take singular and loratadine together?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Yes: It is safe to take those mess together

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A female asked:

I have had eczema my whole life. i used elocon cream for 21 years . i have severe breakouts without the cream . is this topical steroid withdrawals?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Eczema: Eczema is a chronic disease and this course is quite common with the disease. Make sure you are taking good care of your skin and using a cream or oi... Read More

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A 37-year-old male asked:

Please provide some do's and don'ts on dealing with skin allergies.

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Ignore: For patients with sensitive skin it is a good idea to avoid products which contain dyes and perfumes.

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A 30-year-old female asked:

Can you take nyquil an hour after drinking coffee?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Yes: You can take NyQuil

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A male asked:

Tick like itchy sore in naval for a week. rash circling with a 3 inch radius. peroxide is very active when applied?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Itchy: I would not put peroxide of the area any more as this can be irritating. You may need antibiotics if there is an infection so you should have this lo... Read More

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A 27-year-old male asked:

In case of nasal polyps.. a patient should be prescribed nasal corticosteroids for how long??

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Polyps: Nasal polyps can be responsive to nasal steroids but it takes larger doses of the nasal steroids. If the nasal steroids do help the polyps and they a... Read More

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A female asked:

My 22mth old daughter has eczemas we use the cetaphil and the cutivate cream together is it safe to use the cutivate all the time because when i stop ?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Cutivate: Hi. It is safe to use the Cetaphil all of the time on your daughter's skin but steroid creams can have side effects. Where is the eczema located and... Read More

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A 39-year-old male asked:

Is the new flonase senimist better then regular flonase ? should i buy the new one ?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Maybe: They both contain the same drug but some people feel that the finer mist stays in their nasal passages more.

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A 55-year-old female asked:

I am experiencing lip swelling.

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Swelling: There are a lot of things that can cause this. Some medications are especially relevant. Also topical products. Need more information for a more e... Read More

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A 20-year-old female asked:

I am experiencing runny nose (worsened by: recent exposure to allergens) , cough (worsened by: lying flat) (quality: no phlegm or mucus) and sore...

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Allergies: Allergies can cause all of these symptoms.

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A 42-year-old female asked:

Dad prescribed spiriva, symbicort, ventiloin inhalers ,copd bad, lung function bad, he can't afford, no help, has medicare, wont approve. help needs!

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Drugs: Some of the drug companies have programs to help provide drugs for people who can not afford them. I would look at the website for the drugs and you ... Read More

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A female asked:

My vagina is puffy on the inside and i'm scared it could be a std... i was wonder could you help?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Vagina: why do you think that your vagina is puffy? Have you had recent unprotected sex that you are worried about a std?

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A female asked:

Rash on back of hands from chemicals used when cleaning.had rubber gloves on but think got inside gloves,itchy small red bumps now, seem to spread. hu?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Rash: This could be a rash due to irritation from the chemicals that you were using or a contact dermatitis. Make sure that you cleaned the area well. If i... Read More

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A 44-year-old female asked:

Is a consistent eosinophils count of 5% enough to negatively impact my health?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Hard to tell: An elevated eosinophil count can be normal but can also be a sign of disease. It is more the absolute number of the cells than the percent that matte... Read More

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A female asked:

Metronidazole started breaking out in hives & rash w/in 24 hr how to flush out of my system & how to stop symptoms? dr rx cipro is that similar rxn?ty

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Rash: If you stop the drug it should stop the reaction in less than a day. Cipro is not in the same antibiotic group as metronidazole.

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A 18-year-old female asked:

I have a sore throat and massive tonsils with mucus, is it normal that my neck glands are so swollen i can't move my neck to look up or side to side?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Possible infection: You should see a doctor as you may have strep which needs antibiotics.

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A 19-year-old female asked:

Is itchiness, a rash and a little bit of throat closure a sign of anaphylaxis? ive had these symptoms from motrin before, but it was not that severe.

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Yes: Those can be a sign of an allergic reaction

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A 27-year-old female asked:

I am experiencing abnormal vaginal discharge (quality: itchiness) , genital sores, vaginal blister, urethral discharge and back pain (side: lower)...

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

See a doctor: This could be an infection and you should be seen.

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A female asked:

Dr prescribed my 10 ur old amoxicillin & ibuprofen for uti. she has severe allergies & usually takes benadryl at bedtime. is it safe to give it to her?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Yes: Amoxicillin and ibuprofen are safe to take with Benadryl.

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A female asked:

I am taking the zpack and an anti-inflammatory steroid methylprednisolone. can i take nyquil while on these medications?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Yes: You can take these medication together

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A 27-year-old male asked:

Is it normal to have a heart rate of 120-130 when under stress or during fear? it sometimes occur suddenly. once or twice a week. heart problem?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Maybe: Your heart rate can increase when the body is under stress.

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A 23-year-old female asked:

Pull out method on ovulation day. what are the chances of pregnancy? he pulled out 2 seconds before ejaculation.

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Maybe: Sperm are in preejaculate fluid.

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A female asked:

My d is experiencing blood on end of stool & on tissue. 3rd day in a row but only on morning bm! have gp appointment for 5 days, is this soon enough?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Yes: As long and it is just small amounts of blood on the tissue and not large amounts it is likely ok to wait. This can be caused by hemorrhoids.

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A male asked:

How long does it take penecillin to kill the virus? so i won't infect my partner through kissing?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Penicillin: Penicillin does not treat viruses it treats bacteria.

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A male asked:

Can i use saline hours after using flonase?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Yes: You can use saline in a sinus rinse after using the Flonase but I would wait for at least on hour. If you are just using the sinus spray like wetting... Read More

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A 28-year-old female asked:

I am experiencing red circle /area on scalp and flaking skin in that area. not itchy. used to have psoriasis on back of neck but this looks different?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Rash: This could possibly be ringworm which is a fungus? Are the borders raised?

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A 92-year-old male asked:

My grandfather is experiencing hand pain. and had cat bite.

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Cat bite: When was the cat bite? It is possible that your family member needs antibiotics as hand bites can become infected.

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A member asked:

My husband. has had lump on top of his head for 3 days now he didnt hit it or have eny accident. its sore to the touch hurts al day. pls help?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Get it checked out: Hi. It is possible that this could be an infection and may need treatment. I would get this checked by a doctor.

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A 25-year-old female asked:

Can acid reflux cause your nose to run while eating and after eating sometime?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Maybe: There is a condition called gustatory rhinitis which is a form of non-allergic rhinitis which can also cause this symptom. It is possible that you ca... Read More

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A 59-year-old female asked:

I suffer from sinus pressure and post nasal drip and cough. i have seasonal allergys that last all year. winter is the worst. what can be done?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Allergies: There can be year round allergens such as animals or mites. You should see an allergist for options

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A 23-year-old female asked:

Should i stop using flonase if it makes my nose bleed? would rhinocort be a better option?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Maybe: Flonase does contain alcohol which can irritate some peoples noses. Rhinocort can also cause nasal bleeding but it does not contain the alcohol which... Read More

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A female asked:

Can i cut the medrol dose pack in half ? ie... still take it every day as recommended yet cut each daily dose in half?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

No: That low of a dose is unlikely to be effective. It also depends what you are taking it for.

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A 36-year-old female asked:

Good morning. this past week i've had laryngitis, accompanied with persistent coughing and green phlegm. (sounds so lovely, lol). it's particularly ?

Dr. Ashley Emmertanswered

Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience

Viral illness: It is still viral season out there and your symptoms sound like you have a virus. If the symptoms persist beyond a week or you start to have shortnes... Read More

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A 34-year-old female asked: