I agree about the food diary. Also start reading those labels and writing down common things you see. It's sort of scary when you read what's in our food, but you'll start to see patterns that...
I also have had negative results on skin tests when I know the particular food causes a reaction. There are times when you are not "allergic enough" for it to show up. I think keeping the food...
The artificial sweetners are also cancer causing chemicals, so eliminating them if you can...it's hard to find foods without them....
Is the dentist really advocating this, given the situation? I would find out how much pain she is in and if there is a way to manage it versus going the tooth removal route....
Well said. While I realize caregiving is A LOT of work, you have to think about the whole picture and think of the patient's side of things. What would you want if you were in that situation? I was...
How about filing a police report--or telling the owner that you are about to? That should get their attention....
I would find a local clinic and find out, although pneumonia usually knocks you down pretty hard, so it may not be that yet. But, have someone check it out....
I agree with getting to a good allergist. I used to go to a doctor who kept saying I had a cold and when I finally found the right doctor (and then an allergist) it made all the difference. One...
Thanks for the reply. Looking forwarding to stopping in now and then!...
I also was wondering about your environment-- work or home. Check around to see if something is amiss there....
I also am allergic to mold and we had to get rid of real Xmas trees because of it. I literally can walk into a basement and tell whether there is mold there, as my throat starts to feel like its...
I've been looking around for a caregiver forum--not sure if this is very active--but I just saw a neat contest where caregivers can be recognized for all they do. My mom was a nurse and I can attest...
It works for me, but gives me stomach discomfort--even that I only use it when I have to. I also use a saline spray periodically to keep things at bay....
I agree that a good allergist is in order. I would also check the message boards for info on the nasal sprays. There are some (not the one's you've been on) that have scary issues for some people. I...