Ten Important Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Allergies
Newly Diagnosed With Allergies
1. What am I allergic to?
2. What are my treatment options?
3 Questions About Fragrance Allergies
If you find yourself developing a killer headache when riding an elevator with someone who was a bit generous dabbing on the perfume, you have company. More than 2 million Americans have fragrance allergies or sensitivities -- and the number is on the rise. Although that person's perfume may have been all too obvious a culprit, there are many hidden sources of fragrances, says Clifford W. Bassett, MD, medical director of Allergy & Asthma Care of New York. Bassett helped WebMD sniff out...
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3. Will I need to take prescription drugs? If so, for how long?
4. Are there any supplements or over-the-counter drugs that I should or shouldn't take?
5. Are their injections which could help me? If so, how often and for how long will I need to get them?
6. Should I carry an adrenaline injector pen with me?
7. Should I wear a MedicAlert bracelet or necklace?
8. What steps can I take to allergy-proof my home?
9. I don't want to get rid of my pet, but I'm allergic. What can I do?
10. Are there any clinical trials I could participate in?
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