I have a parrot i have had for 15 years, i came home from college and have been sneezing ever since to the pointy chest hurts. could i be allergic to the bird now even though i wasn't before? what can i take to fix this. i literally sneeze at least 15 tim

Yes: You may have a sensitivity to the bird and this type of reaction is typical with re-exposure after prolonged non-exposure. Remove the bird to see if you improve. Recommend seeing an Allergist to better define risk and to determine if anything else in the environment may be contributing to your symptoms. Also chest discomfort may suggest underlying asthma or more severe bird sensitivity.

Could be yes: Many students have low grade or smoldering allergy to pets while living at home that become acute after returning home from school. Allergy to parrot is not that common but they do produce a lot of dust. That can cause rarely hypersensitivity pneumonitis. I doubt thats the cause of your chest pain which sounds secondary to the sneezing. Try cetirizine , or Fexofenadine

Mgt: I would suggest a review of your triggers, environment including pets and birds. Please see your PCP , additional testing and referrals may be ordered. A virtual appointment can also be scheduled.