Pollen allergy prick test: why is it useful in autumn?
Hi everyone, does anyone know why the allergy prick test is recommended only in the fall if you suspect hay fever? Can someone explain why?
Body aches when sneezing?
When I sneeze, sometimes my arms hurt afterwards. Right now, it's happening again. This time, it's just my left arm. I've been sneezing nonstop since this morning because of the horrible pollen. It only happens in my upper arm, I think. Is this normal? Does anyone else experience this? What could be the cause?
Do I have to eat the affected food before a food allergy test?
Hello, I've suspected for some time that I'm intolerant to wheat. I've now ordered an allergy test, where you send in a blood sample and then get feedback from the lab. My question is, do I need to eat wheat beforehand? Or can it be detected in my blood? If so, how many days beforehand…
Why do I always have to sneeze in other households?
Whenever I'm indoors somewhere else, I have to sneeze. Not at work, but they have a special air conditioning system, and not at home either. But whenever I visit someone, I have to sneeze. What could be causing this? I mean, I have cat hair flying around everywhere, and I don't dust that often, so…
Do you have problems after eating kebabs, pizza or burgers?
Allergies and intolerances are on the rise. Do you experience problems after eating them, or do you know people who do? 🤷♂️ Maybe you even know what exactly they can't tolerate.
How long should I avoid exercise after an allergy test?
I would like to go swimming or to the gym this evening but I have an allergy test at 2 p.m.
Alcohol intolerance?
Hello, I've suspected for some time now that I suffer from alcohol intolerance. As soon as I drink even small amounts of alcohol (a shot), I get various symptoms. These include a red rash on my face and itchy skin. If I drink a little more (half a cocktail), I get a stuffy nose that…
Allergy test result?
Hello, I did an allergy test today. The following is listed: 'Histamine (positive) – Skin reaction positive.' Unfortunately, I was too focused on the other results to ask further questions or perhaps overlooked it. Does this mean I'm allergic to it? I'd also call the doctor again tomorrow, since she's closed now. Can anyone help…
Difference between an epicutaneous test and a skin prick test?
Hello, I would like to know what the difference is between an epicutaneous test and a prick test. I would appreciate an answer. LG and thank you
Food intolerance test?
Which doctor tests for food intolerances?and how? So I don't mean a specific one but if you don't know which one it is
Test for contact allergy yourself?
Hello, I suspect I'm allergic to aluminum. Every symptom fits, and the affected areas are so consistent that it's almost impossible to be a coincidence. Unfortunately, I can't get an appointment with a doctor to get tested… Is it possible to test this yourself to get an idea? I would be happy to receive answers…
Is hazel the same as hazelnut allergy test?
I had to do an allergy test, and it turned out that hazel was producing spores. What exactly do they mean by hazel in bloom or hazelnut? And with roe, the same applies to roe that's in bloom or roe that's in bread and the like. It turned out to be grass pollen and tree…