Allergies - driving me nuts

[firenze11]

I had my appt. yesterday. She only tested me for environmental allergies right now. I was allergic to everything a little except for one, I can't remember which , though. I'm also very allergic to cats and mold. It was kinda fun watching the reactions develop.

I also found out the dark circles under my eyes are called allergic shiners and I've basically been congested for a long long time thinking it was just normal. So I'm going out today to get my nasonex and some antihistamine eye drops to nip both of those problems in the bud.

I'm worried about my skin problems though. I broke out in a rash last night on my foot and arms. But I'll keep an eye on it and I see her in a month.

OH! I asked her about the best moisturizer for my skin. She said Lubriderm. Good thing I printed that coupon out yesterday and got some one the way home!

All in all, it was a good day. Thanks again for helping me keep sane over the weekend with you suggestions.

[tc1]

Glad you are feeling better. For temp relief of your itchies, try as hot a bath as you can stand. Throw a couple black tea bags in with you. And throw away any laundry soap that is heavily scented, or enzymatic. Liquid is best because it rinses best. I find I even have a reaction to the glue in some shoes! So try your old shoes for now.

[tulip]

+1 on the detergent. I use Arm and Hammer for sensitive skin, and it's made a big difference. I've also heard good things about the 7th generation and more natural products, but i haven't tried them yet since the A&H works for me (and costs alot less).

[kat_h]

+1 on laundry detergents. I use Nellie's Laundry Soda now. The Bay carries it here. I don't know if they have it everywhere though.