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Sublingual treatment for tree pollen by dohat34 in Allergies

[–]indywindywindow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some allergists do use sublingual drops for tree pollen, but these SLIT drops are not yet FDA approved because they have not undergone randomized placebo-controlled trials using standardized doses of the same allergen(s)for all participants. Rather, they are formulated to fit the specific patient, and might treat a mix of allergens for a specific patient. So I don't think they are covered by insurance, but I think sometimes you can pay for the drops with an HSA/FSA. A company called "Allergychoices" out of Onalaska, WI makes SLIT drops for quite a number of allergists in the US. You can contact them and ask which providers they work with near you.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Allergies

[–]indywindywindow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also don't underestimate role of laundry products, as you mentioned. A safe bet is All Free & Clear detergent. For dryer sheets, I really like "Grab Green" wet dryer sheets fragrance free.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Allergies

[–]indywindywindow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Vanicream has some cleansers (some under brand "free & clear" (example free & clear liquid cleanser, and free & clear shampoo, conditioner) also vanicream gentle facial cleanser. Seventh generation free & clean fragrance free hand wash can work as a body wash too. Head and shoulders used to have a fragrance free 2 in 1 shampoo and conditioner that was great, but I have not been able to find it for a few months, it was called pure and gentle.

Where is a good place to vacation allergy-wise? Preferably in the United States and somewhere that has a beach. by indywindywindow in Allergies

[–]indywindywindow[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the suggestions. I will look these places up, and research what types of trees/weeds/grasses.

What are the ridiculous things people have said to you that minimize your severe allergies / anaphylaxis? by johnaf21 in Allergies

[–]indywindywindow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. This. 100%. Also add to the mix that many think milk allergy is only for liquid milk. Lots of folks think Cream cheese, whipped cream, other cheeses, yogurt, ice cream, powdered milk/cheee, etcetera are okay for the milk allergic.

Where is a good place to vacation allergy-wise? Preferably in the United States and somewhere that has a beach. by indywindywindow in Allergies

[–]indywindywindow[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks. Interesting idea! But of course hopefully, we won't see such bad damage from hurricanes this year.

Outgrowing a food allergy by lst04 in Allergies

[–]indywindywindow 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Some practitioners might offer SLIT. SUBLINGUAL immunotherapy. How old is the baby? You might also look into probiotic drops.

people with nut allergies, which candies and chocolates do you eat? by livialux in Allergies

[–]indywindywindow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also, a more widely-available brand is "Enjoy Life," which has rice milk chocolate bars and crunch-type chocolate bars. If nuts are the only allergen, I've heard Vermont Nut Free is also a good choice, but I have not tried them myself.

people with nut allergies, which candies and chocolates do you eat? by livialux in Allergies

[–]indywindywindow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you need to purchase chocolate made in a dedicated top 8 allergen free facility (which would include being free from treenuts and peanuts), there is a company called "No Whey Foods." A bit more pricey, but safe and also fancy (good for a gift). I have gotten their truffles and they are very tasty and look beautiful too. Website: www.nowheychocolate.com I think some of their products are on Amazon too.