How can I reduce the allergens in my home? Extended explanation inside. [more inside]
posted by sickinthehead on Oct 30, 2009 - 17 answers

Food allergies. Is this a possibility? [more inside]
posted by k8t on Oct 27, 2009 - 11 answers

When is a medic alert bracelet necessary? how useful are they actually? [more inside]
posted by nadawi on Oct 26, 2009 - 21 answers

Is there an easy way to keep mold spores from potted plants at bay? [more inside]
posted by Coventry on Oct 16, 2009 - 3 answers

I'm allergic to most fruits. Should I be taking some sort of multivitamin? [more inside]
posted by stleric on Oct 14, 2009 - 11 answers

Not sure what sort of doctor to go to about an allergy in my eyes that is not due to dust, pollen, mites, my cat, or any of the usual suspects. [more inside]
posted by Medieval Maven on Oct 6, 2009 - 13 answers

I have met some new friends recently and they have a 10 year old golden retriever who is suffering from a list of allergies so long it could fill a book. Removing the exposure to allergens is impossible. I want to help them reduce the strength of the symptoms. [more inside]
posted by Pseudology on Oct 3, 2009 - 14 answers

Runningfilter: A minor miracle of transformation. I could barely run at all, but last night I ran 2 miles. Why might this have happened, and have you ever had a similar experience? [more inside]
posted by Lieber Frau on Sep 18, 2009 - 20 answers

Trying to lose those last few pounds, and snacks are my downfall. I am getting tired of Ye Olde Afternoon Trail Mix. I need some new ideas for carby/protein snacks (to accompany a piece of fruit) which are portable, will keep in my bag all day, and which are compatible with my daunting list of food allergies. [more inside]
posted by JoannaC on Aug 18, 2009 - 28 answers

I have been drinking coffee regularly, and red wine occasionally, for 10 years. But over the past 2 months, my throat seems to have developed an intolerance for both. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 9, 2009 - 6 answers

The cat allergy question has been asked before, and I do have the standard itchy eyes, stuffed nose, sneezing, etc. However, I'd specifically like suggestions regarding cat-induced asthma. Mine is severe enough that, although I haven't done it for years, spending 24 hours in a house with cats has put me in the emergency room and on a nebulizer. One person in that previous thread mentioned that Claritin helped. Has anyone else had experience with something that helped not just their cat allergies but the cat-induced asthma as well?
posted by SampleSize on Aug 6, 2009 - 15 answers

My left ear is stuffy almost every day. Allergies + Qtip use + Earplugs = ? [more inside]
posted by sucre on Jul 21, 2009 - 15 answers

I'm baking cupcakes for a toddler's first birthday, and I'd like to find an allergen-free recipe (no eggs, buttermilk, chocolate, nuts, etc) that is still tasty enough for adults to eat. [more inside]
posted by Viola on Jul 16, 2009 - 23 answers

Did you (your wife) eat peanuts while pregnant? Did you child develop an allergy as a result? [more inside]
posted by esereth on Jun 6, 2009 - 52 answers

Professional services to help de-cat-dander a house? [more inside]
posted by ~ on May 28, 2009 - 3 answers

My partner and I would like to get a kitten, but I'm very allergic to them and not keen on living on a daily diet of Telfast to cope. Is there anything we can do? [more inside]
posted by Effigy2000 on May 15, 2009 - 23 answers

What can I do for relief until I get to my allergy doctor? [more inside]
posted by greatalleycat on May 12, 2009 - 28 answers

Which Indian restaurant dishes never have wheat or dairy (or corn or eggs)? [more inside]
posted by zeek321 on May 12, 2009 - 14 answers

I woke up with my eyelid half-swollen shut. Given the circumstances, how should I treat it? [more inside]
posted by Girl Scout of Death on May 4, 2009 - 16 answers

Chronic cough has bothered me for two years. Five doctors have been unable to help me. I am at my wit's end. Help! [more inside]
posted by prunes on Apr 28, 2009 - 21 answers

I have a really wierd reaction to alcohol. What is it and can I prevent it without giving up drinking forever? (Details inside!) [more inside]
posted by Quizicalcoatl on Apr 11, 2009 - 17 answers

Is there an allergy medicine out there that can prevent hives? [more inside]
posted by christinetheslp on Apr 5, 2009 - 14 answers

I am woken up each and every night with a pounding sinus headache. What remedies can you suggest? [more inside]
posted by Sassyfras on Apr 1, 2009 - 26 answers

If you recently made the switch from a CFC-propelled asthma inhaler to a non-CFC-propelled inhaler, how has it been? I've seen news reports that the spray is softer so you may not feel like you've gotten the full dose, and the inhalers have to be cleaned more often, and was curious to hear from people who've actually made the transition as I wait for my seasonal allergic asthma to kick in any day now. Any hints for making the adjustment smoother?
posted by mediareport on Feb 24, 2009 - 11 answers

Retrofitting a HEPA filter to my central-vac exhaust: experiences, comments? [more inside]
posted by dino terror on Feb 11, 2009 - 1 answer

If you were once susceptible to mold and other air quality issues but have since strengthened your immunity how did you do it? [more inside]
posted by dino terror on Jan 31, 2009 - 11 answers

It seems that I may have asthma and all my symptoms started after I moved into my apartment. Can anyone tell me the things I should look for to trouble shoot the problems causing my cough? [more inside]
posted by Unred on Jan 18, 2009 - 14 answers

Help me figure out my baby's food allergies! Symptoms: eczema, rash around mouth, itchy hives, and broken sleep. And I can't seem to keep a truly accurate track of her food. [more inside]
posted by mdiskin on Jan 18, 2009 - 31 answers

Do you have a recipe that will work for these difficult conditions? I have access to a lot of high-quality ingredients but I DON'T have a lot of space and I have many food restrictions. [more inside]
posted by sondrialiac on Jan 11, 2009 - 17 answers

Calling all chronic sinusitis sufferers! How do you keep your sinus infections and symptoms to a minimum? [more inside]
posted by rachaelfaith on Jan 6, 2009 - 35 answers

After an allergic reaction, I'm in need of the absolutely most gentle and hypoallergenic moisturizer in existence ever created by man or nature. (Not Eucerin, because that's what caused the reaction!) Any suggestions?
posted by footnote on Dec 20, 2008 - 40 answers

Going home to my parents' for Christmas with my cat, as is my sister, who is allergic to cats. What extra preventative actions can I take to minimize her reaction? Additional details inside..... [more inside]
posted by gwenlister on Dec 15, 2008 - 29 answers

I have extreme food allergies. I've had several attacks many to the near brink of death. Is there any way I can "reset" my body, so I can once again eat these foods I once loved that now can threaten my life?
posted by BoldStepDesign on Nov 30, 2008 - 24 answers

My family purchased a new male Bengal kitten. He is great and everyone adores him. However, I am now experiencing some allergies. My skin is generally itchy after handling him and my chest often feels tight and I begin to cough. I have heard some people can get used to their cats dander. Has anyone had experience with this? If so, how long does it take? [more inside]
posted by burlsube on Nov 3, 2008 - 11 answers

What is the best disposable 1 inch air filter for my son who has seasonal allergies and why? [more inside]
posted by cjets on Oct 14, 2008 - 4 answers

My insurance company (Blue Cross/Shield MA) is dropping all prescription drug benefits for allergy drugs in favor of over-the-counter medicine like Claritin. I have serious allergies and take Alegra 180. What can I do? [more inside]
posted by morallybass on Sep 28, 2008 - 20 answers

Am I allergic to something food-related? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 23, 2008 - 19 answers

My cat is allergic to, well, everything. Pine, wool, insects, dogs, dust mites, grasses, you name it. So I've ordered her some allergy shots, which I will have to give to her daily. How do I make this as painless as possible for both me and the cat? [more inside]
posted by chowflap on Sep 14, 2008 - 14 answers

What are your favorite unscented or allergy-friendly home products? [more inside]
posted by Bunglegirl on Sep 12, 2008 - 14 answers

Food allergies: too much of a good thing? [more inside]
posted by raztaj on Sep 11, 2008 - 9 answers

What can I do for my dogs allergies? [more inside]
posted by a3matrix on Sep 5, 2008 - 9 answers

ClaritinFilter: Does daily use of Claritin give you strange once/month insane sneezing/sinus attacks? Please let me know if you've experienced this side effect (or not)... [more inside]
posted by faunafrailty on Aug 15, 2008 - 17 answers

Is it really true that putting in anti-redness eyedrops can make the redness worse? [more inside]
posted by melissam on Jul 27, 2008 - 10 answers

Why is gluten so evil now, when it wasn't a few years ago? [more inside]
posted by Xurando on Jul 27, 2008 - 18 answers

Help me decide whether or not I should get a cat. This is more complicated than it sounds. (At least it is to me...) [more inside]
posted by cgg on Jul 21, 2008 - 33 answers

Putting a child under the age of two on Children's Claritin for his allergies...advice, or first-hand anecdotes? [more inside]
posted by Asparagirl on Jul 19, 2008 - 16 answers

Food makes me sick! [more inside]
posted by stormygrey on Jun 18, 2008 - 15 answers

Has any Mefite actually gotten one of the Allerca kitties or personally met somebody who had? Or is it all just a scam? [more inside]
posted by joyceanmachine on May 22, 2008 - 15 answers

Is anybody else in the mid-Atlantic, specifically Pittsburgh, area getting massacred by allergies right now? [more inside]
posted by Raichle on May 19, 2008 - 17 answers

Please help me. I don't want to throw up every morning. [more inside]
posted by Stewriffic on May 12, 2008 - 39 answers