Guest guest Posted June 6, 2008 Report Share Posted June 6, 2008 > North, You wrote that you would send anyone a copy of the most recent study on the effect of T & A on . I would very much like to read this. Our little girl will be two in July and our doctor mentioned this once. I have heard that it is hard to find an ENT who will do the tonillectomy. Thank you for everything. ELlis Mother of 22 month Marissa Spring Hill, TN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 6, 2008 Report Share Posted June 6, 2008 > North, You wrote that you would send anyone a copy of the most recent study on the effect of T & A on . I would very much like to read this. Our little girl will be two in July and our doctor mentioned this once. I have heard that it is hard to find an ENT who will do the tonillectomy. Thank you for everything. ELlis Mother of 22 month Marissa Spring Hill, TN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 6, 2008 Report Share Posted June 6, 2008 , & nbsp; I would very much like to receive a copy of the recent study as well. & nbsp; Can you email it to me? & nbsp; Thanks, Cassandra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 6, 2008 Report Share Posted June 6, 2008 , & nbsp; I would very much like to receive a copy of the recent study as well. & nbsp; Can you email it to me? & nbsp; Thanks, Cassandra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 6, 2008 Report Share Posted June 6, 2008 , & nbsp; I would very much like to receive a copy of the recent study as well. & nbsp; Can you email it to me? & nbsp; Thanks, Cassandra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 6, 2008 Report Share Posted June 6, 2008 I think the reason that most doctors dont recommend it is there is no long term studies. I have heard that many children will get it back around puberty and then noone knows how long it will last. At least if you suffer through it most children will see it go away around or before puberty. I know this was our main concern in the decision. Plus it is a surgery, that in itself is risky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 6, 2008 Report Share Posted June 6, 2008 I think the reason that most doctors dont recommend it is there is no long term studies. I have heard that many children will get it back around puberty and then noone knows how long it will last. At least if you suffer through it most children will see it go away around or before puberty. I know this was our main concern in the decision. Plus it is a surgery, that in itself is risky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 6, 2008 Report Share Posted June 6, 2008 I think the reason that most doctors dont recommend it is there is no long term studies. I have heard that many children will get it back around puberty and then noone knows how long it will last. At least if you suffer through it most children will see it go away around or before puberty. I know this was our main concern in the decision. Plus it is a surgery, that in itself is risky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 9, 2008 Report Share Posted June 9, 2008 hi i am confused just what is the & nbsp in your letters? and just to let you all know. my son went to his specialist, and she said the good thing is he is growing and they are making new studies every day unfortunately none lately. but take comfort in knowing that his grandmother is still alive after having numerous organs removed. so he should grow well. that's it no tests just take the colchicine and prednisone when needed and she'll see us in six months. she said that t & a does not always work and they can start over in a few years. i think going to a specialist so far away is a waste of time when his ped. knows him better then she could ever try. sorry just mad. good luck to you all get what ever you have to do done while they are young because as they get older there is really no hope for that miracle were all looking for. ************** Vote for your city's best dining and nightlife. City's Best 2008. (http://citysbest.aol.com?ncid=aolacg00050000000102) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 9, 2008 Report Share Posted June 9, 2008 The " & nbsp " stands for " non-breaking space " . I believe it is a conversion from HTML to text that occurs sometimes in the formatting from some email programs when sent over the internet. ----------------------------------------- ==================================================== This message contains PRIVILEGED and CONFIDENTIAL information that is intended only for use by the named recipient. If you are not the named recipient, any disclosure, dissemination, or action based on the contents of this message is prohibited. In such case please notify us and destroy and delete all copies of this transmission. Thank you. ==================================================== Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 10, 2008 Report Share Posted June 10, 2008 oh thanks. i thought it ment something for texting like my son is always using on his phone. ************** Vote for your city's best dining and nightlife. City's Best 2008. (http://citysbest.aol.com?ncid=aolacg00050000000102) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 11, 2008 Report Share Posted June 11, 2008 Hi Marie, Great- good to hear you are feeling so well. Subject: (unknown) Re my Armour what can i say I AM ALIVE i have never felt so AWAKE ! for years, i am really getting back to the person i was. I love to all Marie ------------------------------------ Messages are not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with a suitably qualified practitioner before changing medication. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2008 Report Share Posted June 16, 2008 Thank you Bobby, Zavie _____ From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of ROBERTA DOYLE Sent: June 15, 2008 5:32 PM Subject: [ ] (unknown) HAPPY FATHER'S DAY TO ALL YOU DADS OUT THERE..... a (Bobby) Doyle Brecksville, Ohio, USA DX 05/1995 02/2000 - Gleevec Trial/OHSU 06/2002 - Gleevec/Trisenox Trial/OHSU 06/2003 - Gleevec/Zarnestra Trial/OHSU 04/2004 - Sprycel Trial/MDACC, CCR in 10 months #840 - Zavie's Zero Club 09/2006 - out of CCR 04/29/08 - XL228 Trial/ U.of Michigan 06/02/08 - CCR ( in 4 weeks) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 22, 2008 Report Share Posted June 22, 2008 Mine was done with 5 small incisions and a larger 2 inch port incision and the surgery is all performed laporascopic. Banded 3/19/08 345.4/267/155 Consult/Now/Goal In a message dated 6/22/2008 10:22:25 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, swat49ginger@... writes: always interested in messages regarding lap band stories and was wondering when surgery is mentioned what kind of surgery is normal for banding in america.mine was done with keyhole surgery so it is less invasive.no pain etc or problems with wounds. sheila [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ Links **************Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 22, 2008 Report Share Posted June 22, 2008 I did have a problem with one of my incisions. But its was because it was on my waist line and my pants would rub against it. Dr told me to put gauze on it and antibiotic around the edges and not directly on the wound and after 1 week of antibiotic rubbed around it and gauze on it...it healed great. Banded 3/19/08 345.4/267/155 Consult/Now/Goal In a message dated 6/22/2008 12:52:41 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, swat49ginger@... writes: same with me sometimes when reading messages and hear about problems with wounds wondered if there were different methods.had mine done 2005 but think it was always too tight and so never really ate properly.just had complete unfill had immediate relief and have an appointment in july to have fluoscopy too check all ok then a small fill. sheila Re: (unknown) Mine was done with 5 small incisions and a larger 2 inch port incision and the surgery is all performed laporascopic. Banded 3/19/08 345.4/267/155 Consult/Now/Goal In a message dated 6/22/2008 10:22:25 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, swat49ginger@... writes: always interested in messages regarding lap band stories and was wondering when surgery is mentioned what kind of surgery is normal for banding in america.mine was done with keyhole surgery so it is less invasive.no pain etc or problems with wounds. sheila [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ Groups Links **************Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007) [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ Links [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ Links **************Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 22, 2008 Report Share Posted June 22, 2008 same with me sometimes when reading messages and hear about problems with wounds wondered if there were different methods.had mine done 2005 but think it was always too tight and so never really ate properly.just had complete unfill had immediate relief and have an appointment in july to have fluoscopy too check all ok then a small fill. sheila Re: (unknown) Mine was done with 5 small incisions and a larger 2 inch port incision and the surgery is all performed laporascopic. Banded 3/19/08 345.4/267/155 Consult/Now/Goal In a message dated 6/22/2008 10:22:25 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, swat49ginger@... writes: always interested in messages regarding lap band stories and was wondering when surgery is mentioned what kind of surgery is normal for banding in america.mine was done with keyhole surgery so it is less invasive.no pain etc or problems with wounds. sheila [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------  Links **************Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars.   (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 1, 2008 Report Share Posted July 1, 2008 I also have a lot of bad pollen/dander/etc allergies and they were perfectly under control before the Samter's kicked in. I tried allergy shots and they actually made me worse, I never made it to the maintenance level. When my sinuses are stuffy, whether from polyps or just stuffiness, my asthma is worse. Do you need another surgery because of polyps? My suggestion is to try skipping a week or two of allergy shots and see how you feel. I got sick and skipped my shot and then realized I felt better than I had in a long time and told my doc and we stopped the shots and I am glad I did! I've been clearer ever since. Go figure. My allergist's thoughts were that I have so many allergies and other sinus issues that the shots just made everything worse, not to mention I am constantly exposed to several of my allergens, mainly horse and cat. If your asthma attacks are at night, you might want to evaluate when you take asthma drugs. I was having attacks in the evenings and my doc and I realized it was because the Singulair was not lasting 24 hrs. I added Asmanex in the morning, problem solved! I also take my Allegra twice a day for the same reason, it just did not last. It is good you have found this group and are asking questions! Hopefully you will find something that works for you. Do you irrigate? Good luck! K. On Tue, Jul 1, 2008 at 9:01 AM, Tiana <jonzbyz3@...> wrote: Hello I have been reading your post for months and have never introduced myself. You have all been very helpful. I was very recently (5 months) diagnosed with Samters. My ENT told me about about 3 % of his asthmatic patients have Samter's. He also said I am desperate need of another surgery. I have not done that yet because he told me it would not last long if I did not get my allergies and sensitivities under control and I needed to work that out with my allergist. My allergist is not convinced the salicylate sensitivities has anything to do with the polyps because I also have so many pollen, dander, mold, and dust allergies. I have always had the normal allergies and have tolerated them fine so I know that the salicylates are the main issue! I had my first aspirin reaction (anaphylaxsis) in Nov. 05, sinus surgery June of 06 (about 3 weeks of relief), developed unexplained asthma Nov. 07, 1st time to see an allergist Jan 08, went to a new ENT diagnosed with Samters in FEB. My allergist has told me I need to get to Maintenance on my shots before doing the surgery. I also have other medical problems so I take Human Growth Hormone, I cannot take steroids at all because when I did after my first sinus surgery it made me develop intercranial hypertension aka. psuedotumor cerebri. This causes my fluid pressure to rise in my head which causes me to lose my vision and also caused a clot. I spent 9 days in the hospital and a year on coumadin and diamox. It was not a fun year and I do not want to go back. I am understanding that steroids don't help many of you anyway. I have discovered that I am the most sensitive to any colors on medicines. We also live in a manufactured home. I sometimes wonder if the formaldehyde makes things worse since I have all my asthma attacks when I sleep and in my new car. We are already working toward building a new house. I have started the Feingold diet and this has reduced my Albuterol use. I still need help with the congestion. I am afraid to do anything my doctor's say because so many of the solutions they have offered have made things worse (more medicine). If I took all the prescriptions they have suggested I would own a pharmacy. That is all about my situation. Sorry this is so long. I also have a question. I recently went to a new primary care doctor he recommended a test called Bio Meridian Stress Test. I did some research and it sounds a little out there does anyone have a experience with this? Is it crazy or helpful. My doctor is a licencened Doctor but is know for being opened minded to alternative meds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 1, 2008 Report Share Posted July 1, 2008 I may try skipping my allergy shots.  I also am always exposed to my allergies horses and dogs.  Our lifestyle does not not really allow for me to stay away from either.  I have so many allergies and sensitivities I cannot avoid all of it so I tolerate the horse problem because I enjoy it so much.  I definitely need another surgery for sinuses and tonsils!  I do not irrigate because it causes extreme congestion.  I don't know if I have not found the right solution or what.  I have tried saline and onion juice.  Thanks for your welcome!! I am so grateful I found you.   Re: (unknown)I also have a lot of bad pollen/dander/ etc allergies and they were perfectly under control before the Samter's kicked in. I tried allergy shots and they actually made me worse, I never made it to the maintenance level. When my sinuses are stuffy, whether from polyps or just stuffiness, my asthma is worse. Do you need another surgery because of polyps? My suggestion is to try skipping a week or two of allergy shots and see how you feel. I got sick and skipped my shot and then realized I felt better than I had in a long time and told my doc and we stopped the shots and I am glad I did! I've been clearer ever since. Go figure. My allergist's thoughts were that I have so many allergies and other sinus issues that the shots just made everything worse, not to mention I am constantly exposed to several of my allergens, mainly horse and cat.  If your asthma attacks are at night, you might want to evaluate when you take asthma drugs. I was having attacks in the evenings and my doc and I realized it was because the Singulair was not lasting 24 hrs. I added Asmanex in the morning, problem solved! I also take my Allegra twice a day for the same reason, it just did not last. It is good you have found this group and are asking questions! Hopefully you will find something that works for you. Do you irrigate? Good luck! K.On Tue, Jul 1, 2008 at 9:01 AM, Tiana <jonzbyz3 (DOT) com> wrote:Hello I have been reading your post for months and have never introduced myself.  You have all been very helpful.  I was very recently (5 months) diagnosed with Samters.  My ENT told me about about 3 % of his asthmatic patients have Samter's.  He also said I am desperate need of another surgery.  I have not done that yet because he told me it would not last long if I did not get my allergies and sensitivities under control and I needed to work that out with my allergist.  My allergist is not convinced the salicylate sensitivities has anything to do with the polyps because I also have so many pollen, dander, mold, and dust allergies.  I have always had the normal allergies and have tolerated them fine so I know that the salicylates are the main issue!  I had my first aspirin reaction (anaphylaxsis) in Nov. 05,  sinus surgery June of 06 (about 3 weeks of relief),  developed unexplained asthma Nov. 07,  1st time to see an allergist Jan 08,  went to a new ENT diagnosed with Samters in FEB. My allergist has told me I need to get to Maintenance on my shots before doing the surgery.  I also have other medical problems so I take Human Growth Hormone,  I cannot take steroids at all because when I did after my first sinus surgery it made me develop intercranial hypertension aka. psuedotumor cerebri.  This causes my fluid pressure to rise in my head which causes me to lose my vision and also caused a clot.  I spent 9 days in the hospital and a year on coumadin and diamox.  It was not a fun year and I do not want to go back.  I am understanding that steroids don't help many of you anyway.  I have discovered that I am the most sensitive to any colors on medicines.  We also live in a manufactured home.  I sometimes wonder if the formaldehyde makes things worse since I have all my asthma attacks when I sleep and in my new car.  We are already working toward building a new house.  I have started the Feingold diet and this has reduced my Albuterol use.  I still need help with the congestion.  I am afraid to do anything my doctor's say because so many of the solutions they have offered have made things worse (more medicine).  If I took all the prescriptions they have suggested I would own a pharmacy. That is all about my situation.  Sorry this is so long.  I also have a question.  I recently went to a new primary care doctor he recommended a test called Bio Meridian Stress Test.  I did some research and it sounds a little out there does anyone have a experience with this?  Is it crazy or helpful.  My doctor is a licencened Doctor but is know for being opened minded to alternative meds.  Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 2, 2008 Report Share Posted July 2, 2008 i believe charter schools are State funded - my step son got accepted to one here in nj. challenge them with the statute and ask them to show you their authorithy to deviate from the written law... once you show them you are not ignorant to your rights, they will ikely start singing a more cooperative tune. 100% of the time they use the word " mandatory " to elicit 100% compliance - YOU knowno matter what they say, there is a remedy at law so challenge them!. Arianna Mojica- (UCC 1-207/1-103) ~~~ " All rights not demanded are presumed waived " . ~ Thurston ~~~ " The only safe vaccine is a vaccine that is never used " -- Dr. A. , National Institutes of Health ~~~A truth¢s initial commotion is directly proportional to how deeply the lie was believed...When a well-packaged web of lies has been sold gradually to the masses over generations, the truth will seem utterly preposterous and its speaker, a raving lunatic. " Dresden www.vaclib.org www.909shot.com http://www.vacinfo.org/ http://www.vran.org/ http://www.momtoanangel.net/ingred.htm http://www.moorbows.com/ (unknown) The Charter School that my kids have just been accepted into say that immunizations are mandatory. The form they gave me does not have the section that you can sign refusing vaccines. Do Charter Schools have more " power " over this decision than normal public schools? In the public school my 2 older children are in I always just signed the special section and they gave me no grief. I found this online, but has anyone gone through this that knows the " loopholes " ? Thanks, Health & Safety Code #120365. states that, it is my legal right to decline such vaccinations for my child. 120365. Immunization of a person shall not be required for admission to a school or other institution listed in Section 120335 if the parent or guardian or adult who has assumed responsibility for his or her care and custody in the case of a minor, or the person seeking admission if an emancipated minor, files with the governing authority a letter or affidavit stating that the immunization is contrary to his or her beliefs. However, whenever there is good cause to believe that the person has been exposed to one of the communicable diseases listed in subdivision (a) of Section 120325, that person may be temporarily excluded from the school or institution until the local health officer is satisfied that the person is no longer at risk of developing the disease. (: 7, Josh: 5, & Eliza: 3, Luke: 1) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 2, 2008 Report Share Posted July 2, 2008 Well, if you do need the surgery, try irrigating afterwards. It made all the difference in the world for me once I was cleared out after my second surgery. I think I ended up needing the second surgery because I stopped irrigating after the first surgery. I have not stopped since that second surgery and that was at least 2 years ago... and I am still good! I use 2 teaspoon Kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda in 1000mL warm tap water, twice a day. If you stop the allergy shots I definitely want to hear how it goes! Sounds like you are similar to me with lots of allergies yet you refuse to stop being exposed to them! I've owned my horse for almost 21 years now, getting rid of him and the hay and grass is just not an option!! And my doc said (I'll never forget his exact words), " You are so allergic to so many things that getting rid of your cat won't make any difference at all. " And it was the horse and cat allergy shot that caused me problems every week when I got my shots, it would always react slightly on my arm. And to be honest, I have not been around my horse or any horses since the middle of May because I have moved to CT and he has not yet moved, and I am not significantly better or not stuffy, I am about the same as I was when I was going to the barn twice a day. And besides, if you are going to be stuffed up anyway, why not do what you enjoy?!? Good luck! K. On Tue, Jul 1, 2008 at 9:08 PM, Tiana <jonzbyz3@...> wrote: I may try skipping my allergy shots. I also am always exposed to my allergies horses and dogs. Our lifestyle does not not really allow for me to stay away from either. I have so many allergies and sensitivities I cannot avoid all of it so I tolerate the horse problem because I enjoy it so much. I definitely need another surgery for sinuses and tonsils! I do not irrigate because it causes extreme congestion. I don't know if I have not found the right solution or what. I have tried saline and onion juice. Thanks for your welcome!! I am so grateful I found you. .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 2, 2008 Report Share Posted July 2, 2008 I am floating in the same boat! I am allergic to the planet!!! I have 3 large dogs that live in my home and my doctor continues to tell me that they are part of the equation to me getting better control over my Samters. I continue to tell him that getting rid of my furry family members is just not an option. I keep my house as clean as possible and have Heppa filters throughout my house. I am also so allergic to dust and live in Colorado, the dust capital of the world. Even if I got rid of the dogs, the dust and Colorado trees and pollen would still effect me. I continue to say that I was dropped off on the wrong planet. I am waiting for the mother ship to come back for me! Jane I may try skipping my allergy shots. I also am always exposed to my allergies horses and dogs. Our lifestyle does not not really allow for me to stay away from either. I have so many allergies and sensitivities I cannot avoid all of it so I tolerate the horse problem because I enjoy it so much. I definitely need another surgery for sinuses and tonsils! I do not irrigate because it causes extreme congestion. I don't know if I have not found the right solution or what. I have tried saline and onion juice. Thanks for your welcome!! I am so grateful I found you. .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 2, 2008 Report Share Posted July 2, 2008 My cat sleeps on my chest at night, and she is a long-haired cat. I frequently wake up with her pressed against my face. The biggest issue I have is my eyes might itch a little if I rub them after petting her. Of course, my allergist did suggest she not stay in the bedroom, but that just isn't an option. Pollen is my biggest problem and unless I stay inside with the windows and door shut all the time, I can't eliminate my exposure to that! I am hoping however that moving to CT will help since the growing season is much shorter than in NC. So keep your furry friends! I doubt that is the main reason why you can't get your Samter's under control... or try the experiment, if you go on vacation for a week or longer, do you get any better? I found being away from the critters even for several weeks did not matter, so why get rid of them?? Having said that, my cat allergy is not a severe one. I do know people who cannot be in the same room that a cat was in but is no longer in... however, I'm guessing your dog allergy is not that severe if you have 3! K. On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 7:18 PM, Jane Marino <janesmarino@...> wrote: I am floating in the same boat! I am allergic to the planet!!! I have 3 large dogs that live in my home and my doctor continues to tell me that they are part of the equation to me getting better control over my Samters. I continue to tell him that getting rid of my furry family members is just not an option. I keep my house as clean as possible and have Heppa filters throughout my house. I am also so allergic to dust and live in Colorado, the dust capital of the world. Even if I got rid of the dogs, the dust and Colorado trees and pollen would still effect me. I continue to say that I was dropped off on the wrong planet. I am waiting for the mother ship to come back for me! Jane I may try skipping my allergy shots. I also am always exposed to my allergies horses and dogs. Our lifestyle does not not really allow for me to stay away from either. I have so many allergies and sensitivities I cannot avoid all of it so I tolerate the horse problem because I enjoy it so much. I definitely need another surgery for sinuses and tonsils! I do not irrigate because it causes extreme congestion. I don't know if I have not found the right solution or what. I have tried saline and onion juice. Thanks for your welcome!! I am so grateful I found you. .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 2, 2008 Report Share Posted July 2, 2008 I have two cats and both sleep on my bed. If I close the bedroom door I’d be kept awake all night with their constant scratching and meowing to be let in so like you, it’s not an option to close the door. I don’t have any problems with them though except that the largest of the two that weighs in at 19 lbs sometimes tries to sleep on my stomach, I say ‘tries’ because the weight of him wakes me up. My allergist suggested that I leave them there as the carpets, curtains etc. are far more harmful as dust mites go than a cat and I don’t really have a reaction to them at all. I guess I’m lucky in that I don’t have a severe cat allergy or any at all. From: Keefer [mailto:julie.keefer@...] Sent: Thursday, 3 July 2008 9:30 AM samters Subject: Re: (unknown) My cat sleeps on my chest at night, and she is a long-haired cat. I frequently wake up with her pressed against my face. The biggest issue I have is my eyes might itch a little if I rub them after petting her. Of course, my allergist did suggest she not stay in the bedroom, but that just isn't an option. Pollen is my biggest problem and unless I stay inside with the windows and door shut all the time, I can't eliminate my exposure to that! I am hoping however that moving to CT will help since the growing season is much shorter than in NC. So keep your furry friends! I doubt that is the main reason why you can't get your Samter's under control... or try the experiment, if you go on vacation for a week or longer, do you get any better? I found being away from the critters even for several weeks did not matter, so why get rid of them?? Having said that, my cat allergy is not a severe one. I do know people who cannot be in the same room that a cat was in but is no longer in... however, I'm guessing your dog allergy is not that severe if you have 3! K. On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 7:18 PM, Jane Marino <janesmarino > wrote: I am floating in the same boat! I am allergic to the planet!!! I have 3 large dogs that live in my home and my doctor continues to tell me that they are part of the equation to me getting better control over my Samters. I continue to tell him that getting rid of my furry family members is just not an option. I keep my house as clean as possible and have Heppa filters throughout my house. I am also so allergic to dust and live in Colorado, the dust capital of the world. Even if I got rid of the dogs, the dust and Colorado trees and pollen would still effect me. I continue to say that I was dropped off on the wrong planet. I am waiting for the mother ship to come back for me! Jane I may try skipping my allergy shots. I also am always exposed to my allergies horses and dogs. Our lifestyle does not not really allow for me to stay away from either. I have so many allergies and sensitivities I cannot avoid all of it so I tolerate the horse problem because I enjoy it so much. I definitely need another surgery for sinuses and tonsils! I do not irrigate because it causes extreme congestion. I don't know if I have not found the right solution or what. I have tried saline and onion juice. Thanks for your welcome!! I am so grateful I found you. .. No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.134 / Virus Database: 270.4.4/1531 - Release Date: 7/2/2008 7:02 PM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 4, 2008 Report Share Posted July 4, 2008 Another kt lover! Just a reminder, be sure to keep the kefir and red wine away from fermenting kt, as I have heard that they can swap bacteria, and get away from true kt. I keep my kefir on top of the freezer, and my kt completely away from the kefir, in another room. Just something to think about, and if you are using raw honey, I have heard that it can damage the scoby culture. I have also seen pictures of kt fermented with honey and the pictures of the scobies that slowly die out, just something to be aware of. I have heard that you can use regular store bought, heated honey, but definitely would take a look-see on the " net " and study it out, and make your decision based on what you have found. I don't know, maybe you have already, and I am just saying something you already know. You'll have to keep us posted on this! lol! Jeani kombucha tea@...: c_abrams@...: Fri, 4 Jul 2008 19:44:12 -0700Subject: (unknown) i think making the KT is awesome. I thought kefir was neat and I enjoy it, but the KT is fascinating! I've only be at it about 2 weeks but I already have red wine brewing, regular KT brewing, and KT sweetened 1/2 honey, 1/2 sugar, using white tea. I've taken pictures so I can see the grow that happens in 12 hours or a day. I won't be able to drink all that I am making, I don't think, so I better find some people to drink it. I think my brother might! [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] _________________________________________________________________ It’s a talkathon – but it’s not just talk. http://www.imtalkathon.com/?source=EML_WLH_Talkathon_JustTalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 5, 2008 Report Share Posted July 5, 2008 Now how cool is that? I can't wait to make kefir and have definatley wanted to make red wine from time to time.... I'm still trying to decide which is the best kefir to make for my first go at it.... any suggestions? Also, welcome! kombucha tea@...: c_abrams@...: Fri, 4 Jul 2008 19:44:12 -0700Subject: (unknown) i think making the KT is awesome. I thought kefir was neat and I enjoy it, but the KT is fascinating! I've only be at it about 2 weeks but I already have red wine brewing, regular KT brewing, and KT sweetened 1/2 honey, 1/2 sugar, using white tea. I've taken pictures so I can see the grow that happens in 12 hours or a day. I won't be able to drink all that I am making, I don't think, so I better find some people to drink it. I think my brother might! [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] _________________________________________________________________ It’s a talkathon – but it’s not just talk. http://www.imtalkathon.com/?source=EML_WLH_Talkathon_JustTalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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