Allergens in Skincare: Is There Latex in Makeup?Latex comes from the sap of a rubber tree. It is used in natural rubber products such as balloons, medical gloves, or...reactions5comments
Spooked by a Hidden AllergenIf you've read any of my previous articles, you'll know I've had my fair share of allergic reactions to food. They mostly...reactions1comment
Tilapia: The Culprit of My Food Allergy EmergencyMemories of my food allergy emergency surfaced after hearing about a relative having a similar experience. Just months after being diagnosed with...reactionscomments
Cold Fronts Can Bring On My Allergy SymptomsCold fronts often usher in more than just cooler weather. They tend to bring on my allergy symptoms too. Weather can impact...reactions4comments
When Is the Best Time to Start Spring Allergy Medicines?If you are someone who has seasonal allergies, I feel your misery. I usually stock up on allergy pills and nose sprays...reactions2comments
Heading to Universal Studios with Food AllergiesI have an upcoming trip planned to Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida. I am beyond excited, as I haven't been to this...reactionscomments
Getting Personal: How Do Others Perceive Your Allergies?Being the "sick one" in the family is a funny situation. Everyone views you as being the "weak link." Even my tiny...reactions2comments
How to Handle Someone Shaming Your Food AllergiesIf your food allergies are not life-threatening, sometimes you can run into people who shame you for your food allergy. You aren't...reactions2comments
My Experience With Skin Prick Allergy TestingI want to go back in time and apologize to my kids for the times they had to have an allergy skin...reactionscomments
Managing a Loved One’s Dairy AllergyHaving a dairy allergy can be complicated. In the case of caring for a loved one with a dairy allergy, sometimes it can...reactions3comments
Keeping Your Medical Records OrganizedKeeping track of your medical records is essential for your health, especially when you or your child has allergies. With organized medical...reactions1comment
Allergies or a Cold? The Similarities and DifferencesLast month, while on my new journey of being a full-time caregiver, I suddenly got hit by worsening allergy symptoms, or at...reactionscomments
How Many Doctors Does it Take?Patient Leader Christy Amos shares her experience working with multiple doctors, including a pulmonologist for her asthma and an allergy specialist. There...reactionscomments
Cleaning With a Dust AllergyKeeping a clean house is a way to keep dust allergies under control. The only problem with that is when you do...reactions1comment
Analyzing an Inaccurate Anaphylaxis Depiction in a MovieThe other night, I was watching a new movie titled Glass Onion. It was fast-paced, and I missed much of what was...reactions4comments
Food Allergy Goals for 2023: A Fresh New StartWith 2022 at an end, I thought it would be productive to reflect on the year ahead and explain what I would...reactions1comment
Is New Skincare Lotion Causing A Rash?Our family took a holiday trip to get away from work and life. The beaches were beautiful, and it was a great...reactions1comment
Images and Words Help Me When Allergies Keep Me InsideImages and words really help me on my journey with allergies. They enable me to get outside when environmental allergies keep me...reactionscomments
Flying With Food AllergiesTraveling is an amazing aspect of life, but let's face it: with food allergies, flying can be overwhelming. Airports are stressful enough, and...reactions3comments
Getting an Allergy Test While in Topical Steroid WithdrawalIn 2020, I began going through TSW (topical steroid withdrawal). The steroids I was using to treat my eczema stopped working, so...reactions1comment
