Question 1

what is the definition or description of: omega 3 fats allergy?

Accepted Answer

Omega 3 fats allergy: Omega 3 fats may help prevent coronary disease &amp; dementia.  Allergic reactions can include difficulty breathing, hives and swelling of face, lips, throat, mouth or tongue.

Question 2

is it common to have skin reaction to certain supplements? using nordic naturals brand of omegas and think causing skin allergy how2 know 4sure?

Accepted Answer

Stop taking them: The only way to tell is to stop taking the supplement for at least 2 weeks. If the skin reaction subsided, that'd be the clue. If  you want to be double-sure, try the supplement again to see if the skin reaction returns.

Question 3

hi,my father has severe allergies eating seafood especially fish.should he take omega 3 fatty acid as a supplement or would that also trigger allergy.

Accepted Answer

Would not: especially over the counter supplements with unknown contents and not FDA regulated.

Question 4

can a person with a shellfish allergy have a reaction to sea salt?

Accepted Answer

No: Sea salt is obtained after evaporating sea water

Question 5

hi will these pills called omega-7 sea buckthorn oil interfere or interact with the effectiveness of my birthc pills in anyway?? im on combination pills btw and ive been feeling dry also want to get rid of my hyperpig marks and heard these help

Accepted Answer

No the omega-7 sea b: no the omega -7 sea buckthorn oil should not interfere  or interact with your BCP.  
As far as helping get rid of your hyperpig marks I know of no evidence that this will help.

Question 6

can i do a test for omega 3 in my body , i mean in blood test. and how much wants the fish oil to compense my needs if i don't eat any sea food ?

Accepted Answer

No need: Omegas have been recently discredited as cardiovascular protectors. A large study completed this year by the nih found no improvement in outcomes. So the demographic data that has indicated beneficial results of seafood consumption still applies; so eat ocean fish, not omegas.

Question 7

13 month old with flu like symptoms. scratches nose vigorously. can i give him aller guard? (allergy nasal spray). it contains 2% ectoin, sea salt and water.

Accepted Answer

Allergy: Ectoine is a compound that does stabilize the cell membrane. In this case the histamine cells of the nose. Should not be problem.

Question 8

most effective medicines for spring time allergies?

Accepted Answer

Many: There are various antihistamines that are good for seasonal allergies many of which are over the counter such as Claritin Allegra or zyrtec. If those do not help there are prescription antihistamines and nasal sprays which can help.

Question 9

is there an otc medicine i can take for winter allergies?

Accepted Answer

Yes: I presume you must be referring to dry, itchy skin that occurs in winter also called the winter itch. It is not an allergy but caused by drying of the skin due to evaporation of skin oils. This is due to the low humidity and use of dry indoor heat. The treatment is regular application of a good skin moisturizer daily after bath and also using a humidifier to reduce dryness.

Question 10

could allergy to a specific drug ingredient develop over time?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Drug allergy is a complex issue, so many drugs r in the market with many active / inactive ingredients, fortunately enough only few people develop drug allergy, if at all in doubt stop the medicine review it with ur doctor to replace it, if it is an absolute necessity to take the drug in question consult an allergist.

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What is the definition or description of: omega 3 fats allergy?

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Is it common to have skin reaction to certain supplements? using nordic naturals brand of omegas and think causing skin allergy how2 know 4sure?

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Hi,my father has severe allergies eating seafood especially fish.should he take omega 3 fatty acid as a supplement or would that also trigger allergy.

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Can a person with a shellfish allergy have a reaction to sea salt?

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Hi will these pills called omega-7 sea buckthorn oil interfere or interact with the effectiveness of my birthc pills in anyway?? im on combination pills btw and ive been feeling dry also want to get rid of my hyperpig marks and heard these help

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Can i do a test for omega 3 in my body , i mean in blood test. and how much wants the fish oil to compense my needs if i don't eat any sea food ?

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13 month old with flu like symptoms. scratches nose vigorously. can i give him aller guard? (allergy nasal spray). it contains 2% ectoin, sea salt and water.

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Most effective medicines for spring time allergies?

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Is there an otc medicine i can take for winter allergies?

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Could allergy to a specific drug ingredient develop over time?

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