Question 1

what should i do if i have an infection from earrings or allergy to tape?

Accepted Answer

Infection v Reaction: Depends on how long the earring/ tape has been in, how serious the infection, or if it not infection at all but a reaction to metals in the earring ( nickle).  If it's a new pierce the earring should be taken out ; the area disinfected ; kept clean.  If there is fever, significant pain, swelling or redness antibiotics or drainage may be needed.  Metal/tape allergy: remove earring or tape.

Question 2

do i have a latex allergy or glue allergy if tape leaves a rash on me?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: You could be allergic to the adhesive in the tape, or the tape fabric itself, or something else. The only way to know for sure is to see a dermatologist or allergist for patch testing.

Question 3

i had a baby 6 days ago, since my epidural  i have developed a rash at the injection site, abd now is on my neck. is this normal. no allergies to tape?

Accepted Answer

Not normal: could be meds, tape or iodine or other cleansing solution. try benadryl (diphenhydramine). if not improved, see your doctor

Question 4

what happens if someone has a latex allergy, can you duct tape their mouth shut?

Accepted Answer

Never: You should never duct tape someone's mouth shut, even if they are not allergic to latex.  People with severe allergies in the nose might not be able to breathe at all if you do this.  Not all tapes or adhesives have latex, but you would have to find out from individual manufacturer.

Question 5

allergc to the plastic tape that holds down ivs, latex-free diapers, & heart electrodes. hives instantly. so what is my allergy? if not latex, what?

Accepted Answer

Adhesive: You may be allergic to adhesive materials.

Question 6

what are allergies?

Accepted Answer

See detail: Allergies are caused when a person makes an allergic antibody known as immunoglobulin e against a protein.  This protein can be a food, pollen, mold, or medication.  Allergic reactions can cause itching, swelling, redness in eyes, nasal passages, skin, GI tract, and in the lungs.

Question 7

what causes allergy?

Accepted Answer

Immune reaction: Your immune system normally makes igg antibodies that recognize foreign proteins.  In patients with allergy, the immune system switches to making a ige antibodies for certain proteins.  The ige antibodies act as a detector of the specific protein that they are made to react with and trigger the allergic response when they come in contact with that protein.

Question 8

can allergy be cured?

Accepted Answer

Controlled: Allergy can be controlled with avoidance of known sources of allergy (pets, pollen, etc), medication taken consistently, and perhaps allergy shots. However we are not able to "cure allergy" but these measures help restore a good quality of life.

Question 9

symptoms of allergies?

Accepted Answer

Allergy symptoms: Allergies can cause a large variety of symptoms: most common is hay fever (molds, dust, pollen) with watery runny nose, watery eyes & itching, nasal itch, sneezing, and congestion. Plant/tree/grass allergies can cause eczema, a skin rash, as can food allergies. Aerosolized allergens (pet dander, pollen, etc.) can cause asthma with chest tightness and wheezing.

Question 10

can allergy be treated?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The most important treatment for allergies is identification and avoidance as possible.  For environmental allergies, new generation antihistamines, nasal steroid sprays and allergy injections are current standard of care.  Food allergy treatment is avoidance and Epinephrine in case of an accidental exposure.  Research is being done on food oral desensitization, but not yet ready for "prime time".

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I had a baby 6 days ago, since my epidural i have developed a rash at the injection site, abd now is on my neck. is this normal. no allergies to tape?

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What happens if someone has a latex allergy, can you duct tape their mouth shut?

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Allergc to the plastic tape that holds down ivs, latex-free diapers, & heart electrodes. hives instantly. so what is my allergy? if not latex, what?

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What are allergies?

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