Question 1

was dx with esophageal hypersensitivity that makes it hard to swallow. any lifestyle changes i can make to help this? nortriptyline helps but not much

Accepted Answer

Unclear on diagnosis: If you have a swallowing problem, you need to consult a GI doctor to find out the cause. If this is from a condition known as eosinophilic esophagitis, dietary changes may make a huge difference. If this condition is not controlled, it may lead to permanent obstruction of your esophagus.

Question 2

what are the common types of hypersensitivity reactions?

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Many possibilities: The word "hypersensitivity" often is used to describe an allergic reaction. Possible causes of allergic reactions are sensitivities to foods, insects, medications, etc...

Question 3

what disorder makes you hypersensitive to insults or imagined insults?

Accepted Answer

NPD: Narcissistic personality disorder.

Question 4

can iv flagyl cause hypersensitivity?

Accepted Answer

I V Flagyl: One can be allergic to this medication.

Question 5

what is acute hypersensitivity pneumonitis?

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Inflammation in lung: Hypersensitivity pneumonitis is a lung disease in which an inhaled substance capable of triggering an immune response called and "antigen" is  inhaled and causes an illness that is like pneumonia, with fever , shortness of breath etc.. Symptoms resolve when exposure to the antigen is stopped, but repetitive exposure can result in chronic scar formation in the lung. Steroid medicine can also help.

Question 6

what does a hypersensitive tooth feel like?

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Hot/Cold sensitive: Gererally a hypersensitive tooth will be sensitive to temperatures, especially cold.  The tooth may be particularly sensitive along the gum line where the crown of the tooth and the root join.

Question 7

what can cause hypersensitivity in the leg?

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Neurological : Some thing that irritates the nervous system would cause increased pain or sensitivity in the legs.  Any thing from diabetes to cold exposure could cause this.

Question 8

what could hypersensitivity to beer indicate?

Accepted Answer

Hops or barley: There are some people allergic to hops or barley used to make beer. Its may also be that the alcohol in beer causes nasal congestion that you mistake for allergic rhinitis. Try drinking a clear spirit like vodka or gin. If those cause the same symptoms as beer the cause is the drug effect of alcohol on your nose.

Question 9

what is causing hypersensitivity pneumonitis?

Accepted Answer

Sherlock Holmes: It can be extremely difficulty to identify the source of hypersensitivity penumonitis; there are literally tens and tens of sources for the illness.  Some of the top offenders include:
•bird droppings
•humidifiers, heating systems, and hot tubs
•liquid chemicals used in the landscaping and florist industries
•moldy hay, straw, and grain
•chemicals released during the production of plastics and ele.

Question 10

what can  cause hypersensitivity in the penis?

Accepted Answer

Several causes: I could be a soap or deodorant that you are using. Your definition of hypersensitivity may not be the medical definition. I suggest that you ask your physician to take a look.

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Was dx with esophageal hypersensitivity that makes it hard to swallow. any lifestyle changes i can make to help this? nortriptyline helps but not much

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