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Is there any thing that can be done for someone who suffers from chemical irritants? my wife has suffered from chemical irritants for many years , when she smells someone wearing heavy perfume or coglone she gets severe headaches and many times it sends
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I : I have the same problem. I actually have signs up at my office requesting people not to wear heavy scents to the clinic. The biggest step will be to avoid the chemicals whenever possible. She may need to see an allergist, to prescribe medication to help prevent the reactions from being so strong.
Answered 10/3/2016
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I : I concur fully with dr fowler. Avoidance is best. There are medicaions that can be given. Would definitely see an allergist.
Answered 10/27/2017
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