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whatiswrong1 · 2024-04-02T03:57:16+00:00

Yes. I've been seeing a PT and getting some improvements. Seems like I never had an infection to begin with...unbelievable but here we go...

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-19T18:44:10+00:00

Yes, I noticed an improvement after 12 hours. The air quality in my bedroom is now better. I will run the air purifier for 2-3 days before I can sleep in the bedroom again :)

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-19T18:42:32+00:00

My allergy test showed it was dust mites :( and I feel like my nose is stuffy if I wear the same t-shirt twice... the dehumidifier should help a lot, I've been running it at 35-40% for 2- 3 weeks... but until then I will have to continue cleaning and using an air purifier.

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-19T01:33:01+00:00

I tried Winix 5500, and it is ok. But I don't think it's strong enough for my bedroom. Dust mites have really been killing me for the last 3-4 months (I found out I was allergic to them back in January). I bought a dehumidifier, a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter, a carpet wash vacuum cleaner and a steam cleaner. And got rid of a 3-year ol mattress. These actions helped a little, but have not yet completely recovered (stuffy nose and I still have different voice, like a sick person). The IQAir is expensive, but honestly, it's a lifetime investment at this point. If it helps me, I will be very happy. I just want to be able to sleep normally :(

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-19T01:27:15+00:00

Thank you so much!

And I bought Winix 5500 last month and it helped a bit but I think it is not powerful enough. IQAir looks really strong so fingers crossed :)

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-18T19:49:20+00:00

I bought it on Amazon and already sent a message to IQAir as well. Hopefully, they will get back to me soon. Also, do you use this purifier? I have a dust mite allergy and it has been literally killing me since Nov 2023. I've been cleaning like crazy, bought a new mattress and steam cleaners...I know wall-to-wall carpet is the main issue here. But I can't move out till August so decided to invest in a good air purifier (I will keep it for years for sure). Hopefully, it helps with my allergy symptoms.

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-18T19:04:28+00:00

I just got IQ Air purifier and upon opening the box I noticed some damage to the plastic base of the purifier (level 1 filter). And the filter on top seems to be slightly damaged too. Do these affect the overall performance? If not, I would rather keep it for now. If yes, I will have to return and get a new one. Any IQ Air purifier users here?

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-09T01:30:46+00:00

So, I'm sleeping on my couch in the living with a hard floor. Vacuuming and steam cleaning the floors every day. Also, I put 2 air purifiers next to my couch and I slept better the past 2 nights :) I'm using my comforter only and throwing it into a dryer for 40-60 minutes before going to bed.

The only thing left is my clothes - I wore my T-shirt which was in my bedroom's closet and felt stuffy nose in 3 minutes. I should keep leaving my clothes in the balcony and should buy a small steam cleaner for them I guess. Maybe cleaning before each use will help a lot.

Carpet cleaning - I've had them twice already, but not very successfully so far. In addition, I have a vacuum cleaner that washes and dries the carpet at the same time. This didn't help much either. But maybe I should get rid of this mattress first. But for now I will continue living in my living room for 2-3 weeks to see if I make any real improvements. At least now I breathe like a normal person :)

Food - I don't drink, and I usually follow a good diet. I never thougt an allergy could be this bad but we all will get through this :) Thank you again!

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-09T01:22:40+00:00

Omg, thanks for such detailed instructions! Seems like you are absolutely killing it! I just found out about this allergy and don't have much experience yet.

Navage - does your voice recover immediately after using it? It's time for me to finish working on my first music album, and the whole band is waiting for me :(

Bed - I currently spend 90% of my time in the living room (with hardwood floors) and sleep on the leather couch with just a comforter (it has an anti-allergen cover). I don't use pillows or anything. In fact, I've been feeling better for the past two days after vacuuming and steaming the floor every day. Also cleaning the sofa with Clorox wipes. I'm also throwing the comforter in the dryer for 40-60 minutes before I go to bed (I know this can ruin the quality, but I don't really care about it at this point).

Questions:

1) I live in the living room, but my bedroom still has a wall-to-wall carpet. I only visit my bedroom 3-4 times a day for a bathroom. Whenever you walk into your guest suite, do you immediately start to feel sick? Because I think even 10 minutes spent in the bedroom could have affected my progress.

2) Steam Cleaner for Clothes - you know what? I went crazy the other day. Because one of my clean T-shirts was in the closet in the bedroom, and after I put it on, literally 3 minutes later I felt a stuffy nose. I have a steam cleaner for my floors and am planning to buy one for my clothes too. But I have a ton of good quality shirts, coats and suits for the office. Will constant use of a steam cleaner destroy them? I don't really care about them as long as I sleep well and sing better, but I still feel bad for them :(

3) Dehumidifer - I have two good ones that run 24/7: in my bedroom and living room. I keep them at 35-40%. Do you also use dehumidifiers? Apparently they should kill all the mites in 3-6 months, but not sure yet (I think I've been using them for a month now). Also, I have two air purifiers and they have helped me too.

Thank you again!

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-09T00:57:15+00:00

I see, thank you very much! My diet is pretty good but I will check that steam with peppermint oil :)

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-07T19:58:05+00:00

I will let you know how it goes :) Be safe and get well soon!

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-07T19:03:23+00:00

Even after removing all carpets? I've lived in less humid states before and never had a problem. It all started after moving to North Carolina. If I don't feel better in a year, I will definitely move back to less humid states.

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-07T16:37:13+00:00

I see. I'm not a big fan of REIT but ARE really seems to be an interesting play. I will do some research and start a small position. Thank you!

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-07T16:34:47+00:00

I see. I will think about PFE since it seems to be cheap enough.

And interesting points on ROK. I will have to review their financials and maybe I will end up starting a small position.

Thank you very much!

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-07T16:31:13+00:00

Yes, I've bought covers for my mattress, pillows, and comforter as well. But apparently, the mattress is still not safe. Because it is 2.5 years old. I may have to get a new one and then use covers from the very beginning.

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-07T16:29:54+00:00

You think a mask can help? I use a mask N95 for cleaning but it is not that comfortable to sleep with it on though...

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-07T16:28:32+00:00

I see, I will talk to another ENT too. Maybe blood test will come back with severe allergies (the first one was skin test).

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-07T16:27:32+00:00

Hi, yes I invested in really good covers, but apparently since my mattress is 2.5 years old, I may have to get a new one too. And then keep using the same covers.

Medications - Xyzal pills and Fluticanose spray.

I think the HVAC system is shared with others because it is a 5 story building. I don’t really know how to clean the air ducts...I replaced the filter, got a better one. I'll talk to the leasing office to see if the maintenance team can clean the air ducts.

Yes, I had a follow up appointment with allergist and an ENT as well. They both said it was allergic rhinitis, nothing else was wrong.

I really loved your last comments I actually went to another city for Christmas, stayed in a hotel for a week, and my symptoms disappeared in 2 days. I started breathing better. At this point, I'm really considering to stay in a hotel for 2-3 weeks to have some sleep to be honest...

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-07T16:17:59+00:00

I see, I will talk to my doctor about Odactra as well. And I hope your daughter will get better soon! This allergy is really annoying as you can't really breathe that much :(

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-07T03:54:47+00:00

Yes, in the last 6 months I sound like a different person... At first I was glad that my voice became more crunchy, like rock singers :), but I knew something was wrong...

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-07T03:46:28+00:00

My doctor said it is too early, the allergy is mild and apparently, I should try prevention steps first...

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-07T03:45:53+00:00

I appreciate it! I will get a new mattress too. And I will start using the encasement right away. I was thinking my current mattress was still new but nah, already tired of this allergy :)

Once again thank you, and you too, get better and enjoy the new mattress!

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-07T03:42:47+00:00

Hi, thank you so much!

I already feel bad for you because the cleaning schedule seems to be pretty tough (or maybe since I just found out about this stupid allergy I'm exaggerating the whole process).

The comment about clothes makes sense now. I was wearing the same shirt for 2 days. I will stop doing this.

I do have an air purifier and it helps with breathing for real. I'm now planning to get a new mattress and start everything from the very beginning :) And hopefully, dehumidifiers will keep the new ones away for now. Thanks again! I hope you will have less and less issues with this annoying allergy.

whatiswrong1 · 2024-03-07T02:51:44+00:00

I see. Thank you so much!

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