Guest guest Posted March 19, 2001 Report Share Posted March 19, 2001 , There must be something in the air around here. Everyone I have talked to in SD, Nebr and Minn is having trouble with allergies. It is cold here tonight - but something must be getting to all of us. Hope you feel better soon. Pat At 10:59 AM 03/18/2001 -0600, you wrote: >Thanks , >I am also very glad it's just the allergies that I'm dealing with right >now. The teacher I work with also has RA and has been having a lot of >trouble with his knee. He may be looking at joint replacement in the near >future. > >I take Zyrtec for my allergies I used to be on Clariton-D but then last >year my dr changed to Zyrtec since >Clariton-D was no longer effective for me. I am going to be calling >tomorrow and see if they can't changed my medication. There must be >something else I can take. > >It's been rather nice here in Minnesota recently - in the 30's. That's >almost shirt sleeve weather!! Unfortunately we are supposed to get some >more snow this week. Winter isn't over yet. > > P > >-------------------------------------------------------------------------------\ - > >Faith is daring the soul to go beyond what the eyes can see. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2001 Report Share Posted March 19, 2001 P, My oldest son has really bad sinus allergies.. He started out with the Zrytec but that didn't do a whole lot for him. Now he is taking the once a day dose of Allerga which helps alot better. Right now we had to start him on the antiboitic again. The dr now has me carry a presciption with me so if he gets sick to fill it. I just called the dr office and they are calling in more meds one for his cough and wheezing in his lungs. The weather has been nutty here. one day its warm and sunny and then we have 2 cold rainy days to real cold days. right now its 11:30am and its cold. i have the heater on. we are all sick. mostly colds systems. sure hope you don't suffer anymore. shelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 21, 2001 Report Share Posted March 21, 2001 i take zyrtec too. i like it better than allegra. it is a little more expensive and my insurance doesn't cover it totally. so i think i will have to pay $30 instead of $15 but the allergist also said he liked it better. he has me take it at night. i feel it open my sinuses and i fall asleep alot easier. i'm not sure if i take it at night because of that, or that i am allergic to dust mites. all i know is my nose doesn't pour in the mornings anymore!! i used to have to get up at least 15 min early just to give myself time to drain!!! kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 21, 2001 Report Share Posted March 21, 2001 Hi , Could you please tell me more about Zyrtec? Allegra has been so good for me and now it doesn't seem to work as well. Is Zyrtec the pill for allergies that is supposed to be good for indoor and outdoor allergies? Is it terribly expensive? There is a Jasmine (sp) tree outside my bedroom window and when it blooms I get sick -- every year! The other day I just had to empty the trash so I improvised a mask from an old bra and wrapped it around my face. I was hoping the neighbors would not look over the wall! Sincerely, Patsy -----Original Message----- From: linda [mailto:linda@...] Sent: Sunday, March 18, 2001 8:59 AM Subject: [ ] allergies Thanks , I am also very glad it's just the allergies that I'm dealing with right now. The teacher I work with also has RA and has been having a lot of trouble with his knee. He may be looking at joint replacement in the near future. I take Zyrtec for my allergies I used to be on Clariton-D but then last year my dr changed to Zyrtec since Clariton-D was no longer effective for me. I am going to be calling tomorrow and see if they can't changed my medication. There must be something else I can take. It's been rather nice here in Minnesota recently - in the 30's. That's almost shirt sleeve weather!! Unfortunately we are supposed to get some more snow this week. Winter isn't over yet. P ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---- Faith is daring the soul to go beyond what the eyes can see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 22, 2001 Report Share Posted March 22, 2001 Hi Patsy, My insurance pays all but $10 of my medications. However, I have a friend who told me it costs her $97 for a one month supply of Zyrtec. It comes in the pill form and is taken once a day. For my friend it works great. Hope this helps. P ----- Original Message ----- From: Patsy3 Sent: Wednesday, March 21, 2001 1:49 AM Subject: RE: [ ] allergies Hi , Could you please tell me more about Zyrtec? Allegra has been so good for me and now it doesn't seem to work as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 20, 2004 Report Share Posted September 20, 2004 In a message dated 9/20/2004 1:00:09 PM Eastern Daylight Time, Mardea@... writes: I know that you are right. I never eat Chinese food anymore cause I don't like the way that I feel afterward. Yesterday, I was at my brother's and they were ordering Chinese. I didn't Marie Have you ever tried ordering it without MSG? That ingredient causes lots of problems for people and you can tell the restaurant that you are allergic and request them not use it. Arlene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 20, 2004 Report Share Posted September 20, 2004 Very interesting article Tom. I was having a problem with my stomach and then it cleared up. I had a doctors appointment but cancelled it cause it cleared up before the appointment.. they would have put me through a lot of test for nothing. And all it would have been was MS. Thanks Marie ----- Original Message ----- From: Bayuk A Home away from Home a MS Support Board ; low dose naltrexone ; jjworld ; MS-Christians Sent: Sunday, September 19, 2004 2:07 PM Subject: [low dose naltrexone] allergies Multiple Sclerosis and Allergies There are several key factors that lead many experts to believe that multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease triggered and exacerbated by allergic hypersensitivity to specific food particles. First is the nature of the immune dysfunction that characterizes MS. Evidence suggests that in MS, the protective myelin sheath of the nerves is destroyed via an autoimmune response, whereby the body's own T-cells attack healthy cell proteins both inside and outside the central nervous system (CNS). What specifically prompts T-cells to do this is still not clear, but there is evidence that an immune reaction to food antigens may provide the initial impetus for this response. In an allergic reaction, food antigens stimulate basophils and mast cells to release chemical mediators such as histamine and leukotrienes, causing a wide range of inflammatory responses in the body (and hence allergy symptoms such as asthma, eczema, joint pain, etc). Mast cells and their mediators have also been implicated as important agents for inducing brain inflammation in MS, and mast cells have been specifically found in MS lesions.1,2 Furthermore, stimulated mast cells and their mediators can increase the permeability of the blood-brain barrier, allowing the penetration of immune complexes that are normally prevented from direct contact with the CNS.3 This increased access through the blood brain barrier is a key feature of MS. Once past this crucial central nervous system defense barrier, autoimmune invaders may then set off the inflammatory, myelin-destroying processes characteristic of MS.4,5 Based on this scenario, it has been proposed that "multiple sclerosis arises due to the effect of various mediators (histamine and protease) released from the perivascular mast cells after stimulation by some diet factor."6 Interestingly, many symptoms of an allergic reaction, such as gastrointestinal disorders, migraines, fatigue, muscle weakness, impaired coordination, are also symptoms of MS.7 And the geographical distribution of MS has led some to conjecture that differences in food consumption play a major role; MS incidence is lowest, for example, in regions where consumption of gluten-containing grains is low.8 One researcher has tracked the historical development of MS around the world and linked its increasing incidence with the introduction and rising use of cocoa products--and particularly chocolate.7 Many experts, however, recommend proper testing to determine actual allergies before starting MS patients on an allergen-free diet--to avoid the unnecessary elimination of foods. Great Smokies' Comprehensive Antibody Assessment assays a single blood sample to determine immediate (IgE) and delayed (IgG) hypersensitivities to over 120 food and environmental substances, allowing practitioners to readily pinpoint allergic reactions that can play a major role in multiple sclerosis and many other chronic conditions. References 1 Bebo BF Jr, Yong T, Orr EL, Linthicum DS. Hypothesis: a possible role for mast cells and their inflammatory mediators in the pathogenesis of autoimmune encephalomyelitis. J Neurosci Res 1996;45(4):340-348. 2 Rozniecki JJ, Hauser SL, Stein M, Lincoln R, Theoharides TC. Elevated mast cell tryptase in cerebrospinal fluid of multiple sclerosis patients. Ann Neurol 1995;37(1):63-66. 3 DE, Hess JL, Moench TR. Immune responses in the central nervous system. Toxicol Pathol 1987;15(3):294-302. 4 Compston A. Limiting and repairing the damage in multiple sclerosis. Schweiz Med Wochenschr 1993;123(22):1145-1152. 5 Compston A. Inflammation and the brain. Mol Chem Neuropathol 1993;19(1-2):47-64. 6 Kruger PG, Nyland HI. The role of mast cells and diet in the onset and maintenance of multiple sclerosis: a hypothesis. Med Hypothesis 1995;44(1):66-69. 7 Ross LJ, Ross S. Multiple Sclerosis. New York: Simon and Schuster, 1992;105. 8 Maas Ag, Hogenhuis LA. Multiple sclerosis and the possible relationship to cocoa: a hypothesis. Ann Allergy 1987;59(1):76-79. Great Smokies Diagnostic Laboratory: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 20, 2004 Report Share Posted September 20, 2004 Hi Marie, Recently, I've found that I have a number of food allergies that I was not aware of. When I avoid those foods my symptoms lessen. Especially Gluten. I think this is a giant step to overcome this ms scourge. Regards, Tom ----- Original Message ----- From: Marie Deady low dose naltrexone ; A Home away from Home a MS Support Board ; jjworld ; MS-Christians Sent: Monday, September 20, 2004 10:28 AM Subject: Re: [low dose naltrexone] allergies Very interesting article Tom. I was having a problem with my stomach and then it cleared up. I had a doctors appointment but cancelled it cause it cleared up before the appointment.. they would have put me through a lot of test for nothing. And all it would have been was MS. Thanks Marie ----- Original Message ----- From: Bayuk A Home away from Home a MS Support Board ; low dose naltrexone ; jjworld ; MS-Christians Sent: Sunday, September 19, 2004 2:07 PM Subject: [low dose naltrexone] allergies Multiple Sclerosis and Allergies There are several key factors that lead many experts to believe that multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease triggered and exacerbated by allergic hypersensitivity to specific food particles. First is the nature of the immune dysfunction that characterizes MS. Evidence suggests that in MS, the protective myelin sheath of the nerves is destroyed via an autoimmune response, whereby the body's own T-cells attack healthy cell proteins both inside and outside the central nervous system (CNS). What specifically prompts T-cells to do this is still not clear, but there is evidence that an immune reaction to food antigens may provide the initial impetus for this response. In an allergic reaction, food antigens stimulate basophils and mast cells to release chemical mediators such as histamine and leukotrienes, causing a wide range of inflammatory responses in the body (and hence allergy symptoms such as asthma, eczema, joint pain, etc). Mast cells and their mediators have also been implicated as important agents for inducing brain inflammation in MS, and mast cells have been specifically found in MS lesions.1,2 Furthermore, stimulated mast cells and their mediators can increase the permeability of the blood-brain barrier, allowing the penetration of immune complexes that are normally prevented from direct contact with the CNS.3 This increased access through the blood brain barrier is a key feature of MS. Once past this crucial central nervous system defense barrier, autoimmune invaders may then set off the inflammatory, myelin-destroying processes characteristic of MS.4,5 Based on this scenario, it has been proposed that "multiple sclerosis arises due to the effect of various mediators (histamine and protease) released from the perivascular mast cells after stimulation by some diet factor."6 Interestingly, many symptoms of an allergic reaction, such as gastrointestinal disorders, migraines, fatigue, muscle weakness, impaired coordination, are also symptoms of MS.7 And the geographical distribution of MS has led some to conjecture that differences in food consumption play a major role; MS incidence is lowest, for example, in regions where consumption of gluten-containing grains is low.8 One researcher has tracked the historical development of MS around the world and linked its increasing incidence with the introduction and rising use of cocoa products--and particularly chocolate.7 Many experts, however, recommend proper testing to determine actual allergies before starting MS patients on an allergen-free diet--to avoid the unnecessary elimination of foods. Great Smokies' Comprehensive Antibody Assessment assays a single blood sample to determine immediate (IgE) and delayed (IgG) hypersensitivities to over 120 food and environmental substances, allowing practitioners to readily pinpoint allergic reactions that can play a major role in multiple sclerosis and many other chronic conditions. References 1 Bebo BF Jr, Yong T, Orr EL, Linthicum DS. Hypothesis: a possible role for mast cells and their inflammatory mediators in the pathogenesis of autoimmune encephalomyelitis. J Neurosci Res 1996;45(4):340-348. 2 Rozniecki JJ, Hauser SL, Stein M, Lincoln R, Theoharides TC. Elevated mast cell tryptase in cerebrospinal fluid of multiple sclerosis patients. Ann Neurol 1995;37(1):63-66. 3 DE, Hess JL, Moench TR. Immune responses in the central nervous system. Toxicol Pathol 1987;15(3):294-302. 4 Compston A. Limiting and repairing the damage in multiple sclerosis. Schweiz Med Wochenschr 1993;123(22):1145-1152. 5 Compston A. Inflammation and the brain. Mol Chem Neuropathol 1993;19(1-2):47-64. 6 Kruger PG, Nyland HI. The role of mast cells and diet in the onset and maintenance of multiple sclerosis: a hypothesis. Med Hypothesis 1995;44(1):66-69. 7 Ross LJ, Ross S. Multiple Sclerosis. New York: Simon and Schuster, 1992;105. 8 Maas Ag, Hogenhuis LA. Multiple sclerosis and the possible relationship to cocoa: a hypothesis. Ann Allergy 1987;59(1):76-79. Great Smokies Diagnostic Laboratory: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 20, 2004 Report Share Posted September 20, 2004 I know that you are right. I never eat Chinese food anymore cause I don't like the way that I feel afterward. Yesterday, I was at my brother's and they were ordering Chinese. I didn't want to be a bump on the log so I went along with it. I have got to admit. It tasted great and I found it hard to go easy with it. I didn't feel too bad after but today I am extremely dizzy. I know that it was the food. I will try to stay away from now on. It isn't worth it to feel like this. Some day I will smarten up. Love Marie ----- Original Message ----- From: Bayuk low dose naltrexone Sent: Monday, September 20, 2004 10:38 AM Subject: Re: [low dose naltrexone] allergies Hi Marie, Recently, I've found that I have a number of food allergies that I was not aware of. When I avoid those foods my symptoms lessen. Especially Gluten. I think this is a giant step to overcome this ms scourge. Regards, Tom ----- Original Message ----- From: Marie Deady low dose naltrexone ; A Home away from Home a MS Support Board ; jjworld ; MS-Christians Sent: Monday, September 20, 2004 10:28 AM Subject: Re: [low dose naltrexone] allergies Very interesting article Tom. I was having a problem with my stomach and then it cleared up. I had a doctors appointment but cancelled it cause it cleared up before the appointment.. they would have put me through a lot of test for nothing. And all it would have been was MS. Thanks Marie ----- Original Message ----- From: Bayuk A Home away from Home a MS Support Board ; low dose naltrexone ; jjworld ; MS-Christians Sent: Sunday, September 19, 2004 2:07 PM Subject: [low dose naltrexone] allergies Multiple Sclerosis and Allergies There are several key factors that lead many experts to believe that multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease triggered and exacerbated by allergic hypersensitivity to specific food particles. First is the nature of the immune dysfunction that characterizes MS. Evidence suggests that in MS, the protective myelin sheath of the nerves is destroyed via an autoimmune response, whereby the body's own T-cells attack healthy cell proteins both inside and outside the central nervous system (CNS). What specifically prompts T-cells to do this is still not clear, but there is evidence that an immune reaction to food antigens may provide the initial impetus for this response. In an allergic reaction, food antigens stimulate basophils and mast cells to release chemical mediators such as histamine and leukotrienes, causing a wide range of inflammatory responses in the body (and hence allergy symptoms such as asthma, eczema, joint pain, etc). Mast cells and their mediators have also been implicated as important agents for inducing brain inflammation in MS, and mast cells have been specifically found in MS lesions.1,2 Furthermore, stimulated mast cells and their mediators can increase the permeability of the blood-brain barrier, allowing the penetration of immune complexes that are normally prevented from direct contact with the CNS.3 This increased access through the blood brain barrier is a key feature of MS. Once past this crucial central nervous system defense barrier, autoimmune invaders may then set off the inflammatory, myelin-destroying processes characteristic of MS.4,5 Based on this scenario, it has been proposed that "multiple sclerosis arises due to the effect of various mediators (histamine and protease) released from the perivascular mast cells after stimulation by some diet factor."6 Interestingly, many symptoms of an allergic reaction, such as gastrointestinal disorders, migraines, fatigue, muscle weakness, impaired coordination, are also symptoms of MS.7 And the geographical distribution of MS has led some to conjecture that differences in food consumption play a major role; MS incidence is lowest, for example, in regions where consumption of gluten-containing grains is low.8 One researcher has tracked the historical development of MS around the world and linked its increasing incidence with the introduction and rising use of cocoa products--and particularly chocolate.7 Many experts, however, recommend proper testing to determine actual allergies before starting MS patients on an allergen-free diet--to avoid the unnecessary elimination of foods. Great Smokies' Comprehensive Antibody Assessment assays a single blood sample to determine immediate (IgE) and delayed (IgG) hypersensitivities to over 120 food and environmental substances, allowing practitioners to readily pinpoint allergic reactions that can play a major role in multiple sclerosis and many other chronic conditions. References 1 Bebo BF Jr, Yong T, Orr EL, Linthicum DS. Hypothesis: a possible role for mast cells and their inflammatory mediators in the pathogenesis of autoimmune encephalomyelitis. J Neurosci Res 1996;45(4):340-348. 2 Rozniecki JJ, Hauser SL, Stein M, Lincoln R, Theoharides TC. Elevated mast cell tryptase in cerebrospinal fluid of multiple sclerosis patients. Ann Neurol 1995;37(1):63-66. 3 DE, Hess JL, Moench TR. Immune responses in the central nervous system. Toxicol Pathol 1987;15(3):294-302. 4 Compston A. Limiting and repairing the damage in multiple sclerosis. Schweiz Med Wochenschr 1993;123(22):1145-1152. 5 Compston A. Inflammation and the brain. Mol Chem Neuropathol 1993;19(1-2):47-64. 6 Kruger PG, Nyland HI. The role of mast cells and diet in the onset and maintenance of multiple sclerosis: a hypothesis. Med Hypothesis 1995;44(1):66-69. 7 Ross LJ, Ross S. Multiple Sclerosis. New York: Simon and Schuster, 1992;105. 8 Maas Ag, Hogenhuis LA. Multiple sclerosis and the possible relationship to cocoa: a hypothesis. Ann Allergy 1987;59(1):76-79. Great Smokies Diagnostic Laboratory: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 20, 2004 Report Share Posted September 20, 2004 Hi Marie, I have a similar problem, discipline....lol Love, Tom ----- Original Message ----- From: Marie Deady low dose naltrexone Sent: Monday, September 20, 2004 1:00 PM Subject: Re: [low dose naltrexone] allergies I know that you are right. I never eat Chinese food anymore cause I don't like the way that I feel afterward. Yesterday, I was at my brother's and they were ordering Chinese. I didn't want to be a bump on the log so I went along with it. I have got to admit. It tasted great and I found it hard to go easy with it. I didn't feel too bad after but today I am extremely dizzy. I know that it was the food. I will try to stay away from now on. It isn't worth it to feel like this. Some day I will smarten up. Love Marie ----- Original Message ----- From: Bayuk low dose naltrexone Sent: Monday, September 20, 2004 10:38 AM Subject: Re: [low dose naltrexone] allergies Hi Marie, Recently, I've found that I have a number of food allergies that I was not aware of. When I avoid those foods my symptoms lessen. Especially Gluten. I think this is a giant step to overcome this ms scourge. Regards, Tom ----- Original Message ----- From: Marie Deady low dose naltrexone ; A Home away from Home a MS Support Board ; jjworld ; MS-Christians Sent: Monday, September 20, 2004 10:28 AM Subject: Re: [low dose naltrexone] allergies Very interesting article Tom. I was having a problem with my stomach and then it cleared up. I had a doctors appointment but cancelled it cause it cleared up before the appointment.. they would have put me through a lot of test for nothing. And all it would have been was MS. Thanks Marie ----- Original Message ----- From: Bayuk A Home away from Home a MS Support Board ; low dose naltrexone ; jjworld ; MS-Christians Sent: Sunday, September 19, 2004 2:07 PM Subject: [low dose naltrexone] allergies Multiple Sclerosis and Allergies There are several key factors that lead many experts to believe that multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease triggered and exacerbated by allergic hypersensitivity to specific food particles. First is the nature of the immune dysfunction that characterizes MS. Evidence suggests that in MS, the protective myelin sheath of the nerves is destroyed via an autoimmune response, whereby the body's own T-cells attack healthy cell proteins both inside and outside the central nervous system (CNS). What specifically prompts T-cells to do this is still not clear, but there is evidence that an immune reaction to food antigens may provide the initial impetus for this response. In an allergic reaction, food antigens stimulate basophils and mast cells to release chemical mediators such as histamine and leukotrienes, causing a wide range of inflammatory responses in the body (and hence allergy symptoms such as asthma, eczema, joint pain, etc). Mast cells and their mediators have also been implicated as important agents for inducing brain inflammation in MS, and mast cells have been specifically found in MS lesions.1,2 Furthermore, stimulated mast cells and their mediators can increase the permeability of the blood-brain barrier, allowing the penetration of immune complexes that are normally prevented from direct contact with the CNS.3 This increased access through the blood brain barrier is a key feature of MS. Once past this crucial central nervous system defense barrier, autoimmune invaders may then set off the inflammatory, myelin-destroying processes characteristic of MS.4,5 Based on this scenario, it has been proposed that "multiple sclerosis arises due to the effect of various mediators (histamine and protease) released from the perivascular mast cells after stimulation by some diet factor."6 Interestingly, many symptoms of an allergic reaction, such as gastrointestinal disorders, migraines, fatigue, muscle weakness, impaired coordination, are also symptoms of MS.7 And the geographical distribution of MS has led some to conjecture that differences in food consumption play a major role; MS incidence is lowest, for example, in regions where consumption of gluten-containing grains is low.8 One researcher has tracked the historical development of MS around the world and linked its increasing incidence with the introduction and rising use of cocoa products--and particularly chocolate.7 Many experts, however, recommend proper testing to determine actual allergies before starting MS patients on an allergen-free diet--to avoid the unnecessary elimination of foods. Great Smokies' Comprehensive Antibody Assessment assays a single blood sample to determine immediate (IgE) and delayed (IgG) hypersensitivities to over 120 food and environmental substances, allowing practitioners to readily pinpoint allergic reactions that can play a major role in multiple sclerosis and many other chronic conditions. References 1 Bebo BF Jr, Yong T, Orr EL, Linthicum DS. Hypothesis: a possible role for mast cells and their inflammatory mediators in the pathogenesis of autoimmune encephalomyelitis. J Neurosci Res 1996;45(4):340-348. 2 Rozniecki JJ, Hauser SL, Stein M, Lincoln R, Theoharides TC. Elevated mast cell tryptase in cerebrospinal fluid of multiple sclerosis patients. Ann Neurol 1995;37(1):63-66. 3 DE, Hess JL, Moench TR. Immune responses in the central nervous system. Toxicol Pathol 1987;15(3):294-302. 4 Compston A. Limiting and repairing the damage in multiple sclerosis. Schweiz Med Wochenschr 1993;123(22):1145-1152. 5 Compston A. Inflammation and the brain. Mol Chem Neuropathol 1993;19(1-2):47-64. 6 Kruger PG, Nyland HI. The role of mast cells and diet in the onset and maintenance of multiple sclerosis: a hypothesis. Med Hypothesis 1995;44(1):66-69. 7 Ross LJ, Ross S. Multiple Sclerosis. New York: Simon and Schuster, 1992;105. 8 Maas Ag, Hogenhuis LA. Multiple sclerosis and the possible relationship to cocoa: a hypothesis. Ann Allergy 1987;59(1):76-79. Great Smokies Diagnostic Laboratory: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 20, 2004 Report Share Posted September 20, 2004 The Chinese food contains MSG as a flavor enhancer that causes headaches and other side effects. You can usually order it without MSG. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 20, 2004 Report Share Posted September 20, 2004 I was told that Chinese restaurants don't use MSG around here anymore. And with me I know that it is a lot of things like sugar and the fat that the foods are cooked in. I just need to be strong and stay away from it. It is definetely not in my Dr. Swank diet. Stupid me Marie ----- Original Message ----- From: arlizotte@... low dose naltrexone Sent: Monday, September 20, 2004 2:17 PM Subject: Re: [low dose naltrexone] allergies In a message dated 9/20/2004 1:00:09 PM Eastern Daylight Time, Mardea@... writes: I know that you are right. I never eat Chinese food anymore cause I don't like the way that I feel afterward. Yesterday, I was at my brother's and they were ordering Chinese. I didn't Marie Have you ever tried ordering it without MSG? That ingredient causes lots of problems for people and you can tell the restaurant that you are allergic and request them not use it. Arlene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 11, 2005 Report Share Posted January 11, 2005 Tami, I would bet dollars to donuts you have developed an allergy to olive oil. If so, do not use olive oil. You will need to gently test other cold pressed vegetable oils; any other source should be fine. If your throat is closing, think about what is happening to your bile duct. There may be a fat digestive/breakdown issue in which case any oil may cause you problems, this is why I say you need to gently test other oils. Allergies may be associated with gallstone formation. While 99% of people do not have a problem approaching the flush in the normal manner, the reaction you describe is stressful to you and needs to be sorted out. Always, in all ways, Dave ----- Original Message ----- From: " tamijeanprater " <tamijeanprater@...> <gallstones > Sent: Monday, January 10, 2005 6:39 PM Subject: allergies > > I have done five liver flushes with moderate success ( about 450 > stones and various other types of matter expelled). With each > successive flush, my allergies have become worse--much worse. Now I > am reacting to foods that have never caused problems in the past. > during my last attempt at a flush (6th), my throat closed when I > drank the olive oil. > > Has anyone experienced an intensification of allergies during > flushes? > > > Tami > > > > > > Learn more from our experience, over 7.000 liver flush stories: > http://curezone.com/forums/fd50.asp?f=4 > http://curezone.com/forums/fd50.asp?f=80 > http://curezone.com/forums/fd50.asp?f=100 > http://curezone.com/forums/fd50.asp?f=112 > > Liver Cleanse Recipe: http://CureZone.com/cleanse/liver/ > > Liver Flush FAQ: http://curezone.com/forums/f.asp?f=73 > > Images: > http://CureZone.com/image_gallery/cleanse_flush/ > http://CureZone.com/image_gallery/intrahepatic_stones/ > > To unsubscribe, send blank e-mail to: > gallstones-unsubscribe and then reply to confirmation > message! > > To Post message: gallstones > Subscribe: gallstones-subscribe > > Web Sites for more information: > http://CureZone.org > http://www.liverdoctor.com/ > http://www.sensiblehealth.com/ > http://www.cyberpog.com/health/index.htm > http://www.relfe.com/gall_stone_cleanse.html > http://www.cleansingorsurgery.com/ > > Group page: gallstones > > To change your subscription to digest send blank e-mail to: > gallstones-digest > To change your subscription to NO-MAIL send blank e-mail to: > gallstones-nomail > To change your subscription to NORMAL send blank e-mail to: > gallstones-normal > You are receiving this email because you elected to subscribe to the > Gallstones group on 's groups. By joining the list you agree to hold > yourself FULLY responsible FOR yourself! > Have a nice day ! > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2006 Report Share Posted April 15, 2006 hey everyone! how are you guys doing? well, i woke up today with my eyes swollen, peak flows down, and a cough. great huh? lol. well, my goal is to stay away from prednisone. on sunday i will be outside all day w/ my family because of easter. but the allergies are terrible. plus it is supposed to rain all weekend.well, enough of my complaining. lol. I hope you are all doing well. Happy Easter, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 17, 2006 Report Share Posted April 17, 2006 Hi niti et al., I too am not doing fabulous. And I agree the whole shot was a bit of a letdown. But I had a Xolair Party afterwards with my classmates who cheered for me (and then we got drunk !!!) so that made up for it. I have been on for a year almost (my anniversary is April 22) and while things are BETTER they are far from amazing. Well, gotta be thankful for baby steps of improvement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 18, 2006 Report Share Posted April 18, 2006 Last time I was coughing up putty, my doc said to take 2 mucinex every 12 hours for 24 hours and then take 1 every 12 hours and drink plenty of water to try to loosen thing sup. The normal dose is 1 at a time, so you might want to check with your doc and try it. It helped me a lot. Take care, Addy (feeding evil candy to my dog at the moment - she's got an allergic ear infection.. Go figure.) > > Thanks for the encouragement Addy. I am currently coughing up crud I could putty my bathroom with so the idea that there is still room for improvement helps me keep my morale up. > > > 8mg of evil candy and counting.... > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 18, 2006 Report Share Posted April 18, 2006 that's pretty much what i do for the putty -- plus, mr mucus is a cutie! (yes, i'm weird - i love that little ball of putty with a suitcase!!) and drink drink drink!!! heather pyle456 <coachmac@...> wrote: Last time I was coughing up putty, my doc said to take 2 mucinex every 12 hours for 24 hours and then take 1 every 12 hours and drink plenty of water to try to loosen thing sup. The normal dose is 1 at a time, so you might want to check with your doc and try it. It helped me a lot. Take care, Addy (feeding evil candy to my dog at the moment - she's got an allergic ear infection.. Go figure.) > > Thanks for the encouragement Addy. I am currently coughing up crud I could putty my bathroom with so the idea that there is still room for improvement helps me keep my morale up. > > > 8mg of evil candy and counting.... > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 3, 2008 Report Share Posted February 3, 2008 My father's family has a nose with a downward turn. My brother has this nose. My mom says I would have it, except for the constant rubbing of my nose since age two or three from my allergies! Don't forget the allergic circles under one's eyes! When I have a bad sinus infection mine make me look like I've got two black eyes. Addy Group co-owner > > > > > > > > the RN was an interesting lady today. > > > > She said since I am on Xolair I should not have a flare up. > > > > Tell that to my allergies. Pine and Cypress tress are high > today. > > > > I am suffering badly. Can't take the nose spray every hour, nor > > the > > > > allegra. Yet, I am feeling lousy. I left 2 more VM's for a call > > > back > > > > and have heard NADA. now it's 5PM, won't hear anything more > > today, > > > so I > > > > will have to wait out the night. > > > > > > > > I am assuming there are many allergy sufferers in my area that > > > she's > > > > overwhelmed, but her response was not necessary. > > > > > > > > take care all > > > > > > > > ~Sniffles :-\ > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > --------------------------------- > > > Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with > > > Search. > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 3, 2008 Report Share Posted February 3, 2008 Yep--I have the black circles most of the time, even on the meds, and I haven't found the make-up yet that will completely cover the circles or the bags! (I've tried the white stuff, the green stuff, extra foundation, lighter foundation for that area, and have even had a cosmetic representative try and has given me various ideas--I still have the circles and the bags--worse some times than others...... (Of course, now I have a few wrinkles in other places--age, you know!) pyle456 <coachmac@...> wrote: My father's family has a nose with a downward turn. My brother has this nose. My mom says I would have it, except for the constant rubbing of my nose since age two or three from my allergies! Don't forget the allergic circles under one's eyes! When I have a bad sinus infection mine make me look like I've got two black eyes. Addy Group co-owner > > > > > > > > the RN was an interesting lady today. > > > > She said since I am on Xolair I should not have a flare up. > > > > Tell that to my allergies. Pine and Cypress tress are high > today. > > > > I am suffering badly. Can't take the nose spray every hour, nor > > the > > > > allegra. Yet, I am feeling lousy. I left 2 more VM's for a call > > > back > > > > and have heard NADA. now it's 5PM, won't hear anything more > > today, > > > so I > > > > will have to wait out the night. > > > > > > > > I am assuming there are many allergy sufferers in my area that > > > she's > > > > overwhelmed, but her response was not necessary. > > > > > > > > take care all > > > > > > > > ~Sniffles :-\ > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > --------------------------------- > > > Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with > > > Search. > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 I know this will sound crazy, but try a little preparation H around your eyes for the puffyness - just don't get it in your eye. Anne ----- Original Message ---- From: Adah Voigt <asthmatic50@...> Sent: Sunday, February 3, 2008 4:43:13 PM Subject: Re: [ ] Re: allergies Yep--I have the black circles most of the time, even on the meds, and I haven't found the make-up yet that will completely cover the circles or the bags! (I've tried the white stuff, the green stuff, extra foundation, lighter foundation for that area, and have even had a cosmetic representative try and has given me various ideas--I still have the circles and the bags--worse some times than others...... (Of course, now I have a few wrinkles in other places--age, you know!) pyle456 <coachmacworldnet (DOT) att.net> wrote: My father's family has a nose with a downward turn. My brother has this nose. My mom says I would have it, except for the constant rubbing of my nose since age two or three from my allergies! Don't forget the allergic circles under one's eyes! When I have a bad sinus infection mine make me look like I've got two black eyes. Addy Group co-owner > > > > > > > > the RN was an interesting lady today. > > > > She said since I am on Xolair I should not have a flare up. > > > > Tell that to my allergies. Pine and Cypress tress are high > today. > > > > I am suffering badly. Can't take the nose spray every hour, nor > > the > > > > allegra. Yet, I am feeling lousy. I left 2 more VM's for a call > > > back > > > > and have heard NADA. now it's 5PM, won't hear anything more > > today, > > > so I > > > > will have to wait out the night. > > > > > > > > I am assuming there are many allergy sufferers in my area that > > > she's > > > > overwhelmed, but her response was not necessary. > > > > > > > > take care all > > > > > > > > ~Sniffles :-\ > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ------------ --------- --------- --- > > > Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with > > > Search. > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 My allergist when I was a child used to refer to rubbing your nose in an upward fashion with your index finger as the allergic salute. pyle456 <coachmac@...> wrote: My father's family has a nose with a downward turn. My brother has this nose. My mom says I would have it, except for the constant rubbing of my nose since age two or three from my allergies! Don't forget the allergic circles under one's eyes! When I have a bad sinus infection mine make me look like I've got two black eyes. Addy Group co-owner > > > > > > > > the RN was an interesting lady today. > > > > She said since I am on Xolair I should not have a flare up. > > > > Tell that to my allergies. Pine and Cypress tress are high > today. > > > > I am suffering badly. Can't take the nose spray every hour, nor > > the > > > > allegra. Yet, I am feeling lousy. I left 2 more VM's for a call > > > back > > > > and have heard NADA. now it's 5PM, won't hear anything more > > today, > > > so I > > > > will have to wait out the night. > > > > > > > > I am assuming there are many allergy sufferers in my area that > > > she's > > > > overwhelmed, but her response was not necessary. > > > > > > > > take care all > > > > > > > > ~Sniffles :-\ > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > --------------------------------- > > > Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with > > > Search. > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 5, 2008 Report Share Posted February 5, 2008 Yep, we have a really technical name for those too..... " allergic shiners " !!!LOL again Fran > > > > > > > > > > the RN was an interesting lady today. > > > > > She said since I am on Xolair I should not have a flare up. > > > > > Tell that to my allergies. Pine and Cypress tress are high > > today. > > > > > I am suffering badly. Can't take the nose spray every hour, > nor > > > the > > > > > allegra. Yet, I am feeling lousy. I left 2 more VM's for a > call > > > > back > > > > > and have heard NADA. now it's 5PM, won't hear anything more > > > today, > > > > so I > > > > > will have to wait out the night. > > > > > > > > > > I am assuming there are many allergy sufferers in my area > that > > > > she's > > > > > overwhelmed, but her response was not necessary. > > > > > > > > > > take care all > > > > > > > > > > ~Sniffles :-\ > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > --------------------------------- > > > > Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with > > > > > Search. > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 5, 2008 Report Share Posted February 5, 2008 Oops, your're right - I had a little glitch there. That motion is indeed the allergic salute. It's the little crease we all have just above the end of the nose that is the rabbit sign. Y'all just reminded me that when I was growing up my little cousin used to ask me why I had a " round nose " ! It really wasn't round but definitely a bit misshapen - maybe the tip is kind of full, oh well maybe it is just a tad round -from all my allergic salutes! I guess that's kind of like Addy not having the family's downturning nose! Fran > > > > > > > > > > the RN was an interesting lady today. > > > > > She said since I am on Xolair I should not have a flare up. > > > > > Tell that to my allergies. Pine and Cypress tress are high > > today. > > > > > I am suffering badly. Can't take the nose spray every hour, > nor > > > the > > > > > allegra. Yet, I am feeling lousy. I left 2 more VM's for a > call > > > > back > > > > > and have heard NADA. now it's 5PM, won't hear anything more > > > today, > > > > so I > > > > > will have to wait out the night. > > > > > > > > > > I am assuming there are many allergy sufferers in my area > that > > > > she's > > > > > overwhelmed, but her response was not necessary. > > > > > > > > > > take care all > > > > > > > > > > ~Sniffles :-\ > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > --------------------------------- > > > > Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with > > > > > Search. > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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