Question 1

has anyone had an allergic reaction from lemon eucalyptus insect repellant spray or lotion?

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Possible: If you feel you are allergic limit exposure and test to other unrelated product.

Question 2

why im i allergic to latex?

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Not sure: Unfortunately no one can give an answer as to why one develops an allergy to any allergen. At the most basic level, for some reason, one now sees an innocuous substance as an allergen.

Question 3

what is my child allergic to?

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: Unknown. You've posted on a forum for general medical/dental questions and answers. For specifics on your child's allergies, take them to an allergist.

Question 4

could you be allergic to cold?

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Yes: Some people have cold urticaria.

Question 5

can you be allergic to earrings?

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As a concept?: Fashion aside, yes you can be allergic to some of the less expensive metals used. Look for posts made from surgical/stainless steel, silver or gold. Avoid nickel, as the most common cheaper metal used that is notorious for allergy / sensitivity reactions.

Question 6

can someone be allergic to weed?

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Yes: Weed allergy is very common.  The most common weed is usually ragweed which is found in abundance is most of the U.S. Except southern california.  Weeds usually pollinate in the late summer (mid-august) until the first frost.  An allergist can assist in identifying weed allergy and developing a treatment plan.

Question 7

why am i allergic to carbonation?

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Not sure: I have not seen any data that suggests one can be allergic to carbonation.

Question 8

what r the symptoms of cat allergi?

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Allergic symptoms: Humans can be allergic to one or more allergens produced by cats. The most common of these allergens are  secreted by the cat's sebaceous glands and  expressed in saliva. An allergic reaction is a histamine reaction that is usually characterized by coughing, wheezing, chest tightening, itching, nasal congestion, rash, watering eyes, .

Question 9

can someone be allergic to orchids?

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Possible, doubtful: I have never read or seen anyone with allergy to orchids but anything is possible in medicine. In general, flowering plants are not the allergenic ones.

Question 10

can someone be allergic to contacts?

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Usually not: Contact lenses may cause irritation and infection but usually not allergic reactions. You can be allergic to the contact lens solution.

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