Question 1

i get 'common cold' symptoms for a day after i swim in a pool the last 4-5 times. sore throat, sinus, sneezing. could it be a chlorine allergy?

Accepted Answer

No but: Chlorine can irritate your nose and trigger asthma for those who have the condition.  It is not an allergy however. I suspect that you may have a hay fever issue which is worsened by the chlorine exposure.

Question 2

can blepheritis be irritated by chlorine in pool?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Any irritant could aggravate blepharitis.

Question 3

if i have chronic tinnitus that happened out of nowhere will it effect my hearing test ? will i still pass it.? what are the chances of it going away ? its been 5 months after a sinus wash i think i might of irritated my middle ear?

Accepted Answer

: Odds are that your tinnitus is related to noise trauma. Unlikely sinus wash played a part. Will not affect your hearing test results, can be matched by audiologist. Whether it resolves depends on further noise exposure and other incitors Use ear plugs/headphones if anticipate loud noise exposure. Can mask the tinnitus with fans, radio. at bedtime.

Question 4

i have a bump on each inner part of my eyelids and they become irritated and swell everyother day, doctor said there  a sinus, what else could it be?

Accepted Answer

Chalazion: It is most likely from a  chalazion. They are similar to styes but are deeper in the eye lid. You can try to do warm compresses for 5 min at a time to see if they will go away. If they don't improve see your eye doctor. From the sounds of it, they don't have anything to do with your sinuses.

Question 5

i have sinusitis and my nose has been runny and congested eversince i went to go visit a friend who has a carpet at her place. i am suspecting the carpet could have irritated my sinus. i have no other symptoms, what can i use to treat?

Accepted Answer

: It would be advisable to see an ENT/Allergist for a complete evaluation and recommendations for treatment.

Question 6

im 23, had constant pnd/sinus issues for years and still do. ive had a single reddish bump on the back wall of my of my throat, almost directly in the middle of my throat. could it be irritated or something more serious?

Accepted Answer

Redness : Probably nothing at your age but if it persists let your physician have a look at it. Good Luck

Question 7

hello,
i was recently diagnosed with herpes type 2. but lately i've been noticing a odor that almost smells like bleach or chlorine that is very strong. it has also been very itchy and irritated. i don't know if this could possibly be from my detergent or

Accepted Answer

Bacterial vaginosis?: The main cause of strong vaginal odor is bacterial vaginosis, i.e. overgrowth of mostly normal vaginal bacteria. BV is more common in people with other genital infections, including herpes or other STDs; and some STDs can cause such odor themseves, especailly trichomonas. It's not from your detergent. You'll need to see your doctor for diagnosis and proper treatment. Good luck~

Question 8

not sure if it's sinus but my rt nostril it's a little irritated and the pain shoots up to my eye and temple. what can it be?

Accepted Answer

Not sinus: This sounds like referred pain from inside the nose. Perhaps there is a tender ulceration or scab that acts as the trigger. An otolaryngologist (ENT) specialist can examine the area best.

Question 9

swam in gulf of mexico and hotel poolyesterday. today my eyes feel irritated and stuffy. like the start of pink eye. this from salt/ chlorine or germ?

Accepted Answer

Eyes: May be from the chlorine or something in the gulf. Suggest cool compresses and OTC eyewash but you should check it out if it persists

Question 10

is it possible for me to have an acquired allergy to my dog or food or something that shows up as a maculopapular rash and causes irritated sinus&eyes?

Accepted Answer

Allergies : Yes , allergies to dog dander , foods, etc often develop and may worsen over time and manifest as red rashes , puffy watery eyes, sinus problems, etc.  See an allergist or dermatologist if you suspect an allergic reaction is the cause.

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I get 'common cold' symptoms for a day after i swim in a pool the last 4-5 times. sore throat, sinus, sneezing. could it be a chlorine allergy?

A member asked:

Can blepheritis be irritated by chlorine in pool?

A member asked:

If i have chronic tinnitus that happened out of nowhere will it effect my hearing test ? will i still pass it.? what are the chances of it going away ? its been 5 months after a sinus wash i think i might of irritated my middle ear?

A member asked:

I have a bump on each inner part of my eyelids and they become irritated and swell everyother day, doctor said there a sinus, what else could it be?

A member asked:

I have sinusitis and my nose has been runny and congested eversince i went to go visit a friend who has a carpet at her place. i am suspecting the carpet could have irritated my sinus. i have no other symptoms, what can i use to treat?

A member asked:

Im 23, had constant pnd/sinus issues for years and still do. ive had a single reddish bump on the back wall of my of my throat, almost directly in the middle of my throat. could it be irritated or something more serious?

A member asked:

Hello, i was recently diagnosed with herpes type 2. but lately i've been noticing a odor that almost smells like bleach or chlorine that is very strong. it has also been very itchy and irritated. i don't know if this could possibly be from my detergent or

A member asked:

Not sure if it's sinus but my rt nostril it's a little irritated and the pain shoots up to my eye and temple. what can it be?

A member asked:

Swam in gulf of mexico and hotel poolyesterday. today my eyes feel irritated and stuffy. like the start of pink eye. this from salt/ chlorine or germ?

A member asked:

Is it possible for me to have an acquired allergy to my dog or food or something that shows up as a maculopapular rash and causes irritated sinus&eyes?

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