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Do antihistamines cause excessive sleepiness?

I have been taking antihistamines for my dog allergy (I have two, but I only take antihistamines) and it makes me feel very sleepy and drowsy. Is it a normal effect of these medicines?...
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How does allergy immunotherapy work?

I have read that there are allergy immunotherapy injections available. What are these and how do they work?
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Is there treatment for a pollen allergy?

With spring here, I have a severe pollen that is making me wheeze throughout the day. It doesn't help that I work outside either. Is there any treatment for this?
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Are there different kinds of allergy tests to detect my son's allergies?

My son has lactose intolerance but as he is growing we can see he also has various other allergic triggers. I know there is a pin-prick test for allergies but are there any other...
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How will I know if I am allergic to anesthesia?

I have to undergo a surgery for where I will be given anesthesia. Is there a way to know if I am allergic to anesthesia or not?
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How long does it take for one to get over an allergy?

My daughter is extremely allergic to pollen dust and ends up wheezing when springtime comes around. Will she be able to get over her allergy?
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What is procedure to know other allergies in the body?

My son has recently been diagnosed with a gluten allergy. What test should I do to know the other allergies in his body?
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I get itchy every time I'm around a dog. Is this an allergy

When a dog licks me, I usually have these red, itchy bumps in that area. And, also, around dog hair, I sometimes feel like I'm unable to breathe. Is this an allergy? If so,...
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What do you recommend for an allergic reaction with the eyes?

With the increasing temperatures, my eyes get a burning sensation and even turn red. I think this is probably due to allergies. I try to wash them out the best I can once they...
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Can sunscreen cause a skin allergy?

I have extremely sensitive skin. I have recently started using a new sunscreen lotion with spf 50, but my skin feels very itchy. Could it be a skin allergy caused by the sunscreen?...
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I was recently around peanut butter and I have an allergy. Can I still have a reaction?

My friend was eating a peanut butter jelly sandwich around me. Normally I would be fine, but this time, I almost felt my throat begin to close. I immediately left the room and...
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I have severe allergy to eggplant. Can it ever be cured?

I have a severe allergy to eggplant that causes my hands to itch and even peel. I stay away from it as much as I can, but I was wondering if this allergy would ever reduce?
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My skin starts to itch in the sun. Is it some allergy?

Lately, every time I step in the sun, my skin starts to feel itchy. I'm not sure of what this could really be. It's not severe enough to cause alarm, but I notice it. Could...
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How is poison oak allergy treated?

I've heard recently that a reaction to poison oak can really be severe. I'm going on a hiking trip later in the week, and I know that there are areas with poison oak. In case...
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I have nausea and headache after eating red meat. What should I do?

I woke up in the morning to a bad headache and nausea after eating a steak last night. I've also noticed this happen when I have any kind of red meat in general. Why could this...
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Can makeup done on a plastic surgery area cause reactions?

I recently underwent plastic surgery around my chin area. Usually I use foundation, but I've been nervous to use it in that area. The skin has healed but is there any chance...
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My daughter is lactose intolerant. When should we start with enzymes if at all?

My daughter is 10 years old and has been lactose intolerant since birth. At what age can I start giving her lactase enzymes to manage this allergy? What else should I do for...
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Is there any way at all to get rid of allergies forever?

I've had seasonal allergies my whole life. They are really bad every year, some years worse than others. Is there anything at all I can do to get rid of them forever?
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I am experiencing a mild itching sensation inside my throat. Could it be a food allergy?

I ate some fruit salad around a half hour ago and my throat is itchy, but it's so slight. I feel like it's not in danger of closing up but it's kind of annoying. Could this still...
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Is lactose intolerance treatable?

My son is 12 years old and has been suffering from lactose intolerance since birth. Is it a problem for life or can it ever be treated?
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