HIST 3791 Lecture Notes - Lecture 38: Allergic Rhinitis, House Dust Mite, Ragweed
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Environmental: pollens (grass, ragweed), mold, pets (any warm-blooded animal), insects (cockroaches, house flies), Smoke, perfumes (do not actually produce ige, they"re aggravating factors though!) If they"re allergic to smoke its not true, not truly allergic to it (no ige produced) Probably a combination- she has allergic rhinitis, and the decongestant for a long period of time. Yes- symptoms for 6 weeks, continued problem, affecting her qol. If we don"t treat, will continue to have symptoms and no relief. Shes coming in to ask for help- its obviously bugging her! Tired all the time, can"t sleep, super itchy eyes, etc. Avoid allergens that trigger/exacerbate it (not open windows when inside, don"t go outside too much) not very practical recommendations to stay inside. Can"t really say get rid of your cat she wouldn"t be too happy. Not the easiest thing to do these avoidance strategy.
