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AAFA Has List Of Worst Places To Live With Allergies

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Spring is here! It’s time for seasonal allergies to begin. If your child has severe allergies, you may want to take a look at a list created by the AAFA. Every year, they release a list of the top 100 worst cities for people who have spring allergies. How does the city you live in rank, in terms of allergies? No one wants to see their child suffer from seasonal allergies. Allergies tend to run in families which means that if a parent tends to experience itchy eyes, a runny nose, and a whole lot of sneezing when Spring starts, … Continue reading →

Dealing with Summer Allergies

I’ve been waiting all year for the return of beautiful summer weather. While I love the sun and warm temperatures, the pesky summer allergies are something I could definitely live without. If you are like me, then the lush lilacs, bountiful begonias and gorgeous gardenias that scream summer, can lead to pounding headaches, itchy eyes, and violent sneezing. According to my doctor, allergy season is in full swing, and that is making life miserable for me, and the millions of other allergy sufferers, who rely on pills and sprays to make it through the day. Unfortunately, in most cases, oral … Continue reading →

Blogging Your Health: Pros and Cons

The other day, I was thinking long and hard about blogging your health: what to say, how much detail to give, who gets to read your posts. It’s a tricky issue, to say the least. Let’s look at some positives and negatives. The advantages of blogging your health can include: Ease. Make one post/update to your social networking site of choice and all your friends get the news at the same time. It’s quick and easy — and that’s good at a time when you may not have a lot of time and energy to devote to keeping everybody updated. … Continue reading →

The Pregnancy Blog Week in Review March 30 – April 7

The Pregnancy Blog week in review is a great way to catch up on your reading or just see what new topics are being covered. Fill your water glass, sit back and relax. Click on the articles that interest you. Sunday, April 1 Should I Get a Flu Shot? This is a common question among pregnant women during the flu season. Whether you need a flu shot is ultimately a decision for you and your doctor. This blog offers some insight about this common vaccine. Tuesday, April 3 Dealing with Seasonal Allergies is never any fun. It’s especially difficult to … Continue reading →

Dealing with Seasonal Allergies

Allergy season is here. This time of year isn’t fun for people with seasonal allergies. If you are pregnant during allergy season, it can make you feel miserable. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to relieve and prevent your symptoms. It’s best not to take any allergy medications during pregnancy. There are a few medications that can be safely used during pregnancy, if needed. Talk to your doctor about the severity of the symptoms. While some medication may be o.k., it’s better to try to use natural remedies or preventative measures. The first step is to determine the … Continue reading →

When a Cold is Not a Cold

Spring fever is spiking in our home.  The last few weeks have been beset with sniffles, sneezes, sore throats and some serious sinus issues. For a long time I thought the aforementioned symptoms were related to the common cold, but a recent trip to the doctor proved otherwise.  The next time you are tempted to self diagnose your child’s runny nose and congestion, consider the other conditions he could be suffering from: Allergies:  Frequent sneezing and itchy, watery eyes, especially during the spring months can be a sign of allergies.  March and April are notorious for having high pollen and … Continue reading →

A Sure Sigh of Spring

Sigh! Make that siiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiigh! Spring has sprung in our neck of the woods, but instead of ushering in gentle breezes, colorful blossoms and the sweet sound of chirping cardinals, I’m dealing with high temperatures and a cacophony of coughs. My kid has spring fever. Literally. I blame Mother Nature. For starters my daughter suffers from allergies. Environmental stimulants, such as pollen and ragweed result in itchy, watery eyes, a running nose, and non-stop sneezing. On top of that, she’s done with school. And by done I mean her ability to concentrate on schoolwork is nil since the mercury has hit … Continue reading →

Send Someone A Free Box of Kleenex

February can be a brutal month, weather wise. If you live somewhere that is currently covered in snow, you might be fighting a battle with this year’s common cold, or flu bug. If you live someplace warmer, there is the chance that you are dealing with seasonal allergies, as things start blooming, and spreading pollen into the air. Either way, you and your family are going to need some kleenex. Right now, you can show someone that you care about them, in their time of need, by sending them a free box of kleenex. Personally, I am suffering from allergies … Continue reading →

Rhinitis May Explain All The Sneezing

I probably sneezed over a thousand times during my pregnancy. Beginning at around six weeks, I started experiencing mild cold symptoms that lasted for the duration of my entire pregnancy. It was really annoying, and I found myself constantly telling others, “I’m not sick, I promise!” Nearly a third of pregnant women develop a condition called pregnancy rhinitis. It happens when the nasal passages become inflamed due to the increased levels of estrogen and increased blood volume in the body. There is no cure, except giving birth, of course, but there are some things you can do to minimize the … Continue reading →

It Must Be Fall Allergy Time…

I don’t need to look out the window or test the temperature to know that the seasons are changing. I have two dogs with seasonal allergies! Moose’s allergies are milder. He tends to get itchy all over — I’ll catch him rolling on the floor on his back much more often when the seasons change to spring or fall. That’s when I break out the Benadryl to help ease his symptoms. Lally is my problem child when it comes to allergies. You may remember the large sore she scratched into her neck last year? She’s up to it again, and … Continue reading →