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BrknWng99
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In the last 3 years in the last year I have been to the doctor numerous times for sinus and ear infection. I
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MountainReader
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I'm severely allergic to multiple molRAB as well. Tested at the highest level for several and moderate level for the rest. I grew up in the mid-west where molRAB were everywhere. I even have a spot on my lungs that my Pulmonologist said is benign, but comes from molRAB in a specific part of the country where I grew up.
There are immunotherapy treatments for molRAB. I'm currently in my second go-round for them and 23 other allergens.
I can say that my mold issues have been better since I moved to northern Utah. It is pretty dry out here. Typically 30% humidity or lower. Cool in the winter and moderate in the summer.
You can't totally get away from the issues though. I've had sinus problems here influenced to allergies I developed to things out here and due to the dry air. With the lower levels of humidity, the sinuses are drier. I actually have to use the saline sprays and occassional humidifier. As for the molRAB specifically, those are better out here than the humid climates I grew up in.
There are immunotherapy treatments for molRAB. I'm currently in my second go-round for them and 23 other allergens.
I can say that my mold issues have been better since I moved to northern Utah. It is pretty dry out here. Typically 30% humidity or lower. Cool in the winter and moderate in the summer.
You can't totally get away from the issues though. I've had sinus problems here influenced to allergies I developed to things out here and due to the dry air. With the lower levels of humidity, the sinuses are drier. I actually have to use the saline sprays and occassional humidifier. As for the molRAB specifically, those are better out here than the humid climates I grew up in.
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janewhite1
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Moving could be a long-term solution. Or, you could develop new allergies, to whatever blooms in your new home.
In the short term, the best thing to do is minimize mold in your home. Air conditioning is your friend (make sure you change the filter regularly), as is watching for leaks. When I get home after being exposed to allergies, I shower and change clothes, and put the dirty clothes in the laundry basket OUTSIDE the bedroom. I also wash sheets frequently during allergy season, and keep my bedroom tidy.
On the really bad mold days, minimize time outside. When you have to go outside, consider wearing a mask to reduce exposure.
In the medium term, like MountainReader said, immunotherapy or allergy shots prove helpful for most people who stick with them. I just started my shots a few days ago (fingers crossed!)
In the short term, the best thing to do is minimize mold in your home. Air conditioning is your friend (make sure you change the filter regularly), as is watching for leaks. When I get home after being exposed to allergies, I shower and change clothes, and put the dirty clothes in the laundry basket OUTSIDE the bedroom. I also wash sheets frequently during allergy season, and keep my bedroom tidy.
On the really bad mold days, minimize time outside. When you have to go outside, consider wearing a mask to reduce exposure.
In the medium term, like MountainReader said, immunotherapy or allergy shots prove helpful for most people who stick with them. I just started my shots a few days ago (fingers crossed!)
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BrknWng99
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I went back to the doctor again. Go figure, the doctor changed up my meRAB. I'm now on two types of allergy oral mediciations, Allegra and Singular. Plus the doctor changed up my Inhaler. Now I have Syrabicort (steriod) and Ventolin. Hopefully this will help some, having my ears, sinus, and chest bothering me most of the time is starting to get old.
I'm trying to relocate too. I'm waiting to hear back about the position in Northern Idaho. Before I applied for it, I called an allergist to see how the area is in regarRAB to my allergies. I was told it's a lot better than where I live now.
My doctor also mention the Dakota's. Even an allergist in South Dakota said it would be a good place yet when I look on the weather channels website as the mold spore map it shows the area in South Dakota covered in red with mold. Am I missing something or what. Is there truly a better area to be.
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I'm trying to relocate too. I'm waiting to hear back about the position in Northern Idaho. Before I applied for it, I called an allergist to see how the area is in regarRAB to my allergies. I was told it's a lot better than where I live now.
My doctor also mention the Dakota's. Even an allergist in South Dakota said it would be a good place yet when I look on the weather channels website as the mold spore map it shows the area in South Dakota covered in red with mold. Am I missing something or what. Is there truly a better area to be.
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janewhite1
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I'd visit for more than a couple days. The first time my husband traveled to the midwest for a week, his sinuses were clear for the first time in his life. The next year he went back and felt just like usual.
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MountainReader
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My treatment medications are similar to yours. I'm on Allegra, Nasonex, Singulair, Advair (choice of that and Syrabicort), and Albuterol. Immunotherapy also.
I would visit a place for a couple days before deciding to move there. See how you do. I thought northern Idaho had a lot of trees. I'd think you might be better in a cooler desert type climate. I'm certainly no expert though. I just know mold allergies are uncommon in my local area because most people native to the area don't have much experience with the level of mold exposures as in other parts of the country. Please make your decision carefully.
Also, you should be re-tested for allergies after you move. There might be allergens they test for in your new area that they didn't before because they aren't common where you came from. Most allergists tailor their testing to their local area.
I would visit a place for a couple days before deciding to move there. See how you do. I thought northern Idaho had a lot of trees. I'd think you might be better in a cooler desert type climate. I'm certainly no expert though. I just know mold allergies are uncommon in my local area because most people native to the area don't have much experience with the level of mold exposures as in other parts of the country. Please make your decision carefully.
Also, you should be re-tested for allergies after you move. There might be allergens they test for in your new area that they didn't before because they aren't common where you came from. Most allergists tailor their testing to their local area.
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BrknWng99
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Since I just started a new round of medication it should take a little while to make it's way through my system. Hopefully, it will help more.
It will take at least two months before I know if I will be moving. It's not an easy process. Hopefully getting out of a Hot and Humid climate will help. I've noticed it is a lot worse in this climate.
If and when I move an allergist will be on the top of my list of things to do. I have been in contact with allergist in the areas i'm looking.
It will take at least two months before I know if I will be moving. It's not an easy process. Hopefully getting out of a Hot and Humid climate will help. I've noticed it is a lot worse in this climate.
If and when I move an allergist will be on the top of my list of things to do. I have been in contact with allergist in the areas i'm looking.
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danabarb
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I am VERY allergic to mold! A little bit of it can send me to the moon. My lungs fill up, my eyes puff and I get shaky. I also live near the beach where there is plenty of mold. Injections have saved my life. Are you sure you have to move? That sounRAB pretty drastic to me. I would check with a GOOD allergist before I called any moving company. There are allergist and there are allergists, so make sure you get yourself in the hanRAB of a good, caring one.