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Can i bring dust from my job to my allergist appointment? don't know if work may be causing my issues.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Not necessary: If any testing for allergies, your serum/blood can be tested to see if you are allergic. Best wishes.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/25/2014

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