Bee Pollen Dog Allergy

Bee Pollen Dog Allergy
By John Gibb

When speaking of bee pollen dog allergy it sort of makes you wonder why a dog would be taking bee pollen in the first place right? Dogs have been shown to highly benefit from the health advantages to adding bee pollen to the diet. Our canine friends are no exception to the rules.

However a bee pollen dog allergy can be a very serious thing. Dogs can suffer allergies much the same as a human being would. Bee pollen dog allergy can range from very severe to extremely mild and generally goes unnoticed. Although it is rare, some canines have been known to suffer anaphylactic shock and it can be life threatening.

Anaphylactic shock occurs when the body produces too much histamine to the point of swelling the throat and breathing passage closed. If your dog has ever suffered from this type of reaction from a bee sting or any type of bee pollen product, your dog likely has a serious bee pollen dog allergy and should not be fed any type of pollen products at all.

Aside from bee pollen dog allergy there is the little known fact that this miracle substance made by another creature of the animal kingdom can be beneficial in the treatment and overall health of the dog. As it does in human, bee pollen adds essential nutrients to the diet that cannot normally be made in the system such as vitamin C, and therefore helps with overall maintenance of general health. Bee pollen dog allergy is not something that is commonly found in fish or small houseflies.

It is essential that in order to treat bee pollen dog allergy that you recognize the signs of bee pollen dog allergy. Some of the signs can include noticing the dog having difficulty breathing and could be even throwing up.

It is often difficult to tell if dogs experience skin rash or hives but if you can identify those, you should immediately cease giving the dog any kind of bee pollen treatment. Excessive itchiness noticeable on the dog or swollen skin, which again can be hard to identify can be a sign that your dog is suffering from bee pollen dog allergy.

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Coping With Peanut Allergy

Coping With Peanut Allergy
By Nadine OReilly

When your child develops a peanut allergy, the world instantly becomes a more dangerous place. One of the most difficult aspects of raising a child with a potentially lethal allergy is helping them develop a sense of joy and confidence. Growing up with a peanut allergy means knowing food can kill you, which in turn means growing up under constant stress. Studies have shown that children with peanut allergies live with high levels of fear and anxiety. Its important to find ways for your child to enjoy the world anyway.

How do you help your child live a normal life when there is so much they have to avoid or be vigilant about? Social situations for children with peanut allergy are difficult because events almost always include food. Peanut allergies can destroy the carefree joy of childhood because of the required constant monitoring for potential dangers. As a parent, you understand well just how harmful the world is for your child, yet its so important to help them enjoy life and learn to function in the world and in society as well.

One thing a child with a peanut allergy often faces is exclusion. As a parent, I have learned that children can be cruel. As a school psychologist, I have witnessed and intervened when children have called a student with a peanut allergy the peanut kid, or said such hurtful things like, get out of my way or Ill throw a peanut at you and youll die. Yes, these are true instances and they aimed to hurt the child just because he had a peanut allergy.

Other children may find a food allergy strange, but they will generally accept it and continue on with their friendship. You may find it helpful to donate books to your childs classroom that talk about food allergies and the dangers, such as Peter Cant Eat Peanuts.

While other children may handle your childs peanut allergy well, their parents may not. Adults have a tendency to shy away from children with such severe allergies, and this can pose problems and pain for your child in the form of being left out of activities, not invited to parties, not chosen to work on projects.

On one hand, its not hard to see why people dont want to deal with the liability. How would it feel to know you were responsible for killing, or almost killing, a child because you offered them the wrong treat? If this were not your child, but a friends child who suffered from a peanut allergy, can you honestly say you would volunteer for the responsibility of caring for them? (Yes, we say, because its hard to be objective in our positions but really, really try to think about it.) Yet understanding a persons inherent reluctance to be involved with a child with a peanut allergy doesnt salve the wounded feelings of a child when they are the only one in the class not invited to a birthday party.

As the parent of a child with a potentially fatal peanut allergy, you may find that you have to be more involved and more willing to go the extra mile than other parents. Talk to the parents of your childs friends one on one, or arrange at the beginning of the school year to meet the parents of your childs classmates, through the teacher. Explain your childs allergy, then volunteer your services for things like bringing treats to class or helping with birthday parties.

You should be gentle and make sure the other parents know that you understand their potential worries about including your child in activities. Explain that you are concerned about your child being hurt by being excluded, and your main concern is that he or she gets to enjoy being as normal as possible. Show a positive attitude, and it will come through loud and clear that youre willing to work with everyone involved. Take the pressure off other parents in order for your son or daughter to have a more normal life, and make peanut-free snacks to give to your childs teacher so that birthday parties at school can be enjoyable for your child.

When you do find people who want to help your child with a peanut allergy to be included, they might not be sure what to do, what they can do, or how they should react to an emergency. Informed people who know how to handle a situation in the event of an allergic reaction are typically more relaxed and confident about being around a person with special needs (yes, peanut allergy is a special need. Dont let teachers/administrators tell you otherwise.) Teach everyone with whom your child has contact how to use an Epi-pen, and make up laminated emergency cards with instructions and contacts to distribute to people who will be around your child regularly.

Some parents still wont get it, or will be too uncomfortable to be involved. Thats certainly their right, and its good to explain such situations frankly to your child. They have to understand that people arent always going to change to accommodate their peanut allergies. They have to learn to maneuver through the world and still get joy out of it. Its kind of like learning to lose gracefully.

An important thing to remember is that your child is going to have to learn to have these discussions about their peanut allergies with other people themselves. Youre not always going to be able to manage his or her social situations, especially as he or she grows. If you have a toddler or a youngster, give your day care provider a labeled photo of your child and make sure it is prominently displayed for all to see.

Does your child know how to respond to people who offer treats and may cajole or pressure them into accepting? Even when a child knows their safety is at stake, its hard to get past that desire to be liked and approved of. Your child needs to know how to talk to other people, even grownups, about their situation and explain how the other person can help them. Prepare your child by role playing and acting out situations they may face and attitudes they may have to deal with. Peter Cant Eat Peanuts is an excellent tool for toddlers who are just beginning to cope with the differences in their lives caused by their peanut allergy.

In some ways, coping socially when you suffer from a peanut allergy is getting easier. Peanut allergy has gotten a lot of media attention lately, from dramatic stories such as the girl who died after kissing her boyfriend because hed eaten a peanut-butter sandwich. Medical studies are providing other news stories, showing the dramatic rise of peanut allergies appearing in children. The publicity is helping alert the general population to the seriousness of this allergy, and perhaps instructing well-meaning people on how even tiny bits of peanut in the cookies they baked will hurt your child.

One final note: Dont get so caught up in the social aspect of coping with peanut allergies that you miss the simple things that can bring your child joy. Its especially important that we emphasize that food is not the enemy, so adventures in food are a perfect bonding opportunity one that allows for quiet time, during which you can actually reach your child in these hectic times. There are a great many restaurants your child will never be able to eat at because of his or her peanut allergies. So, become a great cook. Take classes if reading a cookbook isnt enough to help you master the kitchen. This way you can safely introduce your child to cuisine that might be deadly in a restaurant, such as Chinese food which is so often cooked in peanut oil.

While youre at it, teach your child to cook as well. Not only will you be providing a source of fun and adventure, youll be arming him or her to be able to keep their world as peanut-free as possible.

Nadine O'Reilly, M.A. is a doctoral-level school psychologist and Coordinator of Special Services in northern New Jersey. She creates 100's of accommodation plans for disabled children each year. Nadine is the author of Peter Can't Eat Peanuts and the Empowered Toddler series of books. Nadine's son, Brendan, has a potentially fatal peanut allergy, and is asthmatic.

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Some Hints To Help You Live With An Allergy To Peanuts

Some Hints To Help You Live With An Allergy To Peanuts
By Gregg Hall

8% of children and 2% of adults in the United States are estimated to be affected by some form of allergy to food. Of that percentage, the most common food to elicit some form of allergic reaction is peanuts, which affects about three million Americans.

When the immune system overreacts to a usually safe food, it is called an allergic reaction. The most severe reaction is called anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis (a sudden drop in blood pressure) can sometimes, but rarely be fatal (killing about 1 of 2.5 million). Otherwise, common symptoms of food allergy are things such as hives, eczema, asthma and gastrointestinal symptoms (i.e. vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramping).

Why do some people get food allergies? Could it be a result from genetics? Because previous twin studies have shown that there does seem to be a high rate of heritability of allergic diseases, a British study was conducted to compare the incidence of peanut allergy among siblings with general population incidence. The study involved 58 sets of twins, 14 of which were identical, and 44 of which were fraternal. These twins were recruited for having at least one member of the pair having a peanut allergy. 70 of the 115 had a history of peanut allergy.

64% of the identical twins both had allergic reactions to peanuts, which was followed by a mere 7% between the fraternal twins. The conclusion was that based on the data and a model considering environmental and genetic factors, researchers calculated a heritability rate of 82%-87% for peanut allergy. The problem with this conclusion? Though the British study showed a genetic component in peanut allergies, environmental factors may have biased the results.

When they did not consider genetic factors, the rate dropped to just under 19%.

A group of researchers in the July 2000 Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, the peer-reviewed, scientific journal of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI) agree that Genetics play a significant role in peanut allergies.

Lead researcher Scott Sicherer, M.D. along with some of his colleagues from Virginia and Belgium performed a twin study. Their intent was to see if genetic factors influenced peanut allergy. They were checking this by comparing the incidence of peanut allergy between the identical twins and the fraternal twins. Twin studies are used frequently to provide information on how environmental and genetic factors should be compared and treated.

Because there has yet to be solid evidence that there is a direct link between hereditary and allergies, many agree there needs to be more research and more studies dedicated to examine the role between genetics and allergies, so that we may reach a conclusion to this question.

Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Florida. Find more about this as well as Peanuts, Almonds, Nut at http://www.favoritesnacknuts.com

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Peanut Allergy Prevention is the Cure?

Peanut Allergy - Prevention is the Cure?
By Allen Matthews

It seems only a careful inspection of every meal and every purchased food item (and some non-food items) is the cure for a food allergy.

Careful avoidance of any trace of nut in your foods is paramount. With 50-100 American deaths caused by a peanut allergic reaction every year, an allergy to peanuts is not something anyone can afford to take lightly.

However, there may still be hope for those who suffer severe reactions to peanuts.

U.S. researchers may have created a drug that could help prevent severe allergic reactions to peanuts. A study, presented at the American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology conference in 2003, claims to have created a drug that stops severe reactions to peanuts by trapping the molecule that causes the bodies allergic reaction to nuts.

However, such research, even now, is still very much in its developmental stage.

So if you are new to peanut allergies, or you have a family member or a close friend suffering from an allergy to peanuts, here is a general list of items that are likely to have peanuts or traces of peanut in them:

Strict Avoidance Items include -

Peanuts, peanut by-products (such as peanut butter, peanut brittle and so on), chocolate bars (possible cross contamination), health/energy bars, cakes and cookies

Double Check The Label Items include -

Pastries (if you can't confirm what they have been made with), sauces (praline sauce, pesto sauce, worcestershire sauce), marzipan, gravy and cereals

Keep An Eye Out Items include -

Shampoos, soaps and hand creams

Its been said before, but it always pays to be reminded again, that you must always read the label but don't rely on it. Even be prepared to go as far as calling the food manufacturer of the product, simply to make sure.

Having a peanut allergy can at times prove to be frustrating. But it need not stop you from doing what you want to do. It simply requires you to be a bit more careful about your food choices. So remember, until the cure arrives, prevention IS the cure...

Allen Matthews is the main editor for http://www.PeanutAllergyFacts.com, and is one of many peanut allergic people in the world today.

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Allergy Air Purifier: Get Rid Of Allergy Attacks All Together

Allergy Air Purifier: Get Rid Of Allergy Attacks All Together
By Nathalie Lafleur

For some people, merely breathing in the air in their homes can cause an allergy attack. Thats because the air we breathe can be filled with all sorts of impurities and substances that, if the person is allergic to them, can cause an attack thats so severe that its scary not only to the sufferer but to those who have to witness it. If you find yourself constantly having an allergy attack, even in the comfort of your own home, its best to think about buying an allergy air purifier. An allergy air purifier will eradicate those substances in the air that are causing those attacks, allowing you to breathe easier and allowing you to stay attack free.

See An Allergist To Determine What Youre Allergic To

The first thing you should do if you are having allergy attacks is to see an allergist. An allergist will give you an allergy test to see exactly what you are allergic to. Of course, in the mean time, you should get an allergy air purifier, just in case it is something in the air thats causing your attacks. However, if youre not sure what youre allergic to, your allergist will let you know. It could be that youre allergic to something youre eating or touching. More than likely, however, its because of the air you breathe.

The air we breathe is filled with all sorts of impurities, such as pollen, grass, dirt, dust, pet dander, and more. All of these things can bring on a severe attack if someone is allergic to them. Thats where the allergy air purifier comes in. The allergy air purifier will take whatever it is that youre allergic to out of the air so that you never have another attack.

This is especially useful as you sleep. If you have an attack when you are sleeping, you could stop breathing and not even realize it. This is very dangerous and shouldnt be chanced. Buy an allergy air filter and stick it in the corner of your bedroom. You can even put one in every room of your house just to make sure that you are cleaning the air in your home efficiently.

If youre having allergy attacks and you think its caused by the air youre breathing, stop suffering even one minute longer. Go out to your local department store or search online for an allergy air purifier. Just because youre allergic to certain things doesnt mean you must be forced into breathing them in. Get those things out of the air you breathe and go allergy free for once in your life.

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Mold Allergy How To Get The Help You Need

Mold Allergy How To Get The Help You Need
By Peter Crump

A mold allergy can be misdiagnosed as being an allergy to a scent or a food. The most common allergy to mold manifests itself as asthma, but people who do have an allergy to mold or mildew can also have watery eyes, sneezing, stuffy nose, a cough or a skin rash. If a person already has asthma, mild exposure to mold can bring on an attack, where as a person without asthma may not even be bothered by it. Small amounts of mold, such as that on a shower curtain, are not serious and will not cause a mold allergy.

If you are exposed to large amounts of mold or mildew, you should take steps to get rid of the source of mold. Some kinds of mold produce mycotoxins and the symptoms of this is much more severe than a mold allergy. Black mold, for example, results from heavy water damage, such as in a flood. You can usually smell the mildew in a home when you first enter it, but for those living there they are so used to it that they dont recognize it as the cause of their mildew allergy.

Moisture and warmth are the two conditions under which mold spores grow at a rapid pace. Even though you may take extra care with cleaning, if some of the water seeps into cracks and crevices, mold can grow in very tiny places and this could be the cause of your mold allergies. Just because you cant see the mold or mildew doesnt mean that it isnt there. Sometimes, you can smell it before you see it and it is them you realize that what you thought was sinus problems could be a mold allergy instead.

To keep your mold allergy to a minimum, you can make sure that you control the level of humidity in your home. The normal level should be below 40% and by using air-conditioners and dehumidifiers you can help prevent mold and mildew from developing. Under ideal circumstances, you should remove carpeting from the bedrooms of your home, or at least from the room of anyone that has a mold or mildew allergy. Foam rubber pillows and mattresses are also breeding grounds for mold and because they are dark, closets are also likely places where you can find mold.

When someone in your home has a mold allergy, it does mean you have to make sure you dry everything before you put it away. Boots and shoes should be thoroughly dried before you put them in the closet and you should use bathroom cleaning products designed to kill mold. An exhaust fan in the kitchen will help moisture from cooking to build up and you should empty the garbage container before it starts to smell. All of these tasks are normal things you can do on a daily basis to help prevent another outbreak of a mold allergy.

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Getting Allergy Relief Inside

Getting Allergy Relief Inside
By Kerry Rodden

If it is allergy season, you know it. You dont need someone on the news telling you the levels of pollen in the air. You dont need to be told that there is a cat lurking in the home. You dont need this because you feel it. If allergies are what cause you so many untold problems each day, you should always be on the look out for products that can help you to find some relief. The good news is that besides the allergy medications you need to take, there are other ways that you can improve your condition.

For one, consider an air purifying system in your home. Since most of the allergens that effect those that live in your home are lurking in the air, adding a tool to help clean out the air will help you to find some benefits. If you have ever been in a home that uses an ionic air cleaner, for example, you may have felt a lesser allergy attack there. Thats because these units help to trap the allergens inside filters, or will react with them right in the air and neutralize them. That means that you dont have to breathe them in.

Air cleaning products are widely available. If you decide to purchase one, make sure to find one that provides for allergen removal, specifically the type of allergy that you have. Finding a product that removes pollen, dust, dander, bacteria and other elements that are lurking in the air will be important to your overall well being. You can even purchase smaller units for your car or to wear around your neck to help reduce the allergens that you come in contact with while being out and about.

Using an air purifier, you can find many benefits in overall health and well being. You can lessen the effect that your allergy has on you.

Kerry Rodden is an expert on air purifiers, and has written many articles on air purifiers, fans, vacuum cleaners, air fresheners and a lot more.

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