Question 1

were my allergies caused by exposure to glade?

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Fragrance "allergy": More details please. Are you saying use of a household aerosol scent was associated with upper respiratory symptoms? Many find fragrances quite irritating and trigger rhinitis. It can be very specific; patients have told me only certain perfumes or colognes bother them - after I point out that I notice they are wearing fragrance during the office visit. If other, let us know.

Question 2

what could cause a sudden onset of basic allergies?

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Depends ...: It's a little hard to answer without knowing the symptoms you developed..Where you live...Have you had changes at home(ie. Got 3 new cats or?). But, anyone can develop allergies at almost any age. Depending on your symptoms there are good over the counter medicines to try(allegra, zyrtec, nasalcrom, (cromolyn) zaditor)..But always read the labels. Here's a good website to check out:    www.Acaai.Org.

Question 3

do dogs or cats cause more allergies? we want a pet.

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Tough answer: Both dogs and cats can cause allergy problems. If one does not have problems around dogs and cats now then it probably ok to get a dog or cat. If dogs or cats cause problems now then it would be prudent not to get a per.

Question 4

does formula mineral wear eyeshadow's cause allergies?

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Contact allergy : Many types of makeup can cause a contact allergy.  Get this evaluated by an allergist or dermatologist that does contact allergy patch testing.  Alternatively switch to a different brand and see if this prevents problems.

Question 5

can combination of foods cause allergy even if either one of them did not by itself?

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Possible: It is possible for a food combination to cause problems.  I would address you to www.immunolabs.com.  A very informative site which discusses all about food allergies.

Question 6

what do you suggest if my neighbors schnauzers cause my allergies to get really bad?

Accepted Answer

Hard To Say: More information would be helpful.  The best treatment is avoidance, but if you are not taking a medication for allergies, pre-medicating with an OTC antihistamine like Allegra (fexofenadine) or Zyrtec could help.  Don't touch the dogs if you can help it.  See an allergist and they can help you explore other therapies including immunotherapy to desensitize you to dog.

Question 7

ginger allergy known to cause problems?

Accepted Answer

Unusual.: Ginger allergy is possible and would cause the same symptoms as other food allergy including mouth and throat itching, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, skin itching, breathing problems and/or hives.

Question 8

can colds or allergies cause loss of smell?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Not the first cold or the first allergy.  But over time getting chronic allergies and colds irritates the nasal mucosa and ends up slowly killing the olfactory cells which are responsible for smell which are located in the upper part of the nasal mucosa.

Question 9

can allergies cause similar symptoms to sinusitis?

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Yes: Upper airway allergy may cause symptoms similar to those of "sinusitis".

Question 10

can consuming too much coffee and chocolate cause allergy?

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Unlikely: Allergy to coffee is unusual and usually related to coffee bean processing. Drink up!  chocolate allergy is usually related to milk or another ingredient such as peanuts or nuts.  True chocolate allergy is unusual.  The amount of coffee drank or chocolate eaten will not impact whether you will develop allergy, so enjoy.

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