Latex Allergies

Magnesium : "Magnesium reduces prostaglandins and relaxes muscles such as the uterus and lower back. Many women are deficient from low intake in the diet and when under stress, which directly uses up the body's magnesium stores. Start at 300mg of magnesium bisglycinate daily and level up as needed." – Laura Turmeric: "Turmeric – or more specifically curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric – is highly anti-inflammatory and a potent antioxidant. Just be sure to have turmeric with a source of fat and black pepper to aid absorption." – Richa Zinc: "With antioxidant and anti-inflammatory powers, zinc can also regulate hormones to ensure regular ovulation. Aim for 15-30mg of zinc citrate or picolinate with dinner." – Laura Omega-3: "One research study conducted with a small group of young women found that the intensity of their period pain was reduced after taking omega-3 capsules daily for three months, while another study that compared usag...

We hope these results will demonstrate that food allergy panels are being overused and can actually cause patient harm. Proper food allergy diagnosis is essential for our patients' physical and mental well-being. MILWAUKEE (PRWEB) February 21, 2023 Inappropriate food IgE testing continues to be overutilized in patients exhibiting chronic, nonspecific symptoms., according to new research being presented at the 2023 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI). "This leads to patients experiencing unnecessary anxiety, and often prompts patients to eliminate foods from their diets that they can safely consume," said Jenika Ferretti-Gallon, MD, primary author of the study. Researchers completed a retrospective chart review of 236 pedia...

Dear Editor We have read the aticle by Charlotte Rose Sixty seconds on . . . hydration stations in your journal (BMJ 2023;380:p164). Installation of hydration stations across campus makes free water accessible to all. Community members will be encouraged to drink more water and less beverages like soft drinks (1). Dehydration is common in nursing home residents and school children (2-4). Many schools do not have drinking water facilities and toilet facilities (2-4). A recent study shows that dehydration can affect cardiovascular health (5,6). Hence providing hydration stations will be helpful to keep good hydration which is needed to maintain good health Dr Suraj M Math, Senior Clinical Fellow, General Surgery, WWL NHS Trust, UK Dr Mahantayya V Math mathmv@rediffmail.com Honorary Associate Professor in Physiology Navi Mumbai, India References 1. Charlotte Rose.sixty seconds on.. hydration stations. BMJ 2023;380:p164 2. Paulis SJC, Everink IHJ, Halfens RJG, Lohrmann C, Scho...

Itchy fingers can feel like a slight irritation that goes away, but it can also be severe and accompanied by a rash or other symptoms. Multiple causes are associated with an excessive itch on the fingers and hands. This article discusses the causes and possible treatment options for itchy fingers. Boy_Anupong / Getty Images Causes Several things can cause your fingers to become irritatingly itchy. They include: Dyshidrotic Eczema Dyshidrotic eczema is a form of dermatitis that develops on the fingers and palms of the hands. The condition presents as small, fluid-filled blisters that are extremely itchy. When the blisters break, a clear liquid comes out of them. The affected area may also be: Red Flaky Scaly Cracked Painful At first, one or two blisters may appear, but eventually, they could form clusters and develop into larger lesions and blisters resembling tapioca pudding. An infection can occur if the lesions become se...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A new law to protect people with food allergies may be resulting in unintended consequences. As of January 1, sesame is recognized as a major food allergen by the FDA and foods that contain sesame must be labeled on the packaging. However, some consumers are upset with how companies are handling the new law. Gretchen Perez said she discovered her daughter Nora had severe food allergies when she was just an infant. "Her whole neck and face started to have a reaction so we had to seek medical attention," Perez said. "Sesame was an especially challenging one because companies didn't have to label for sesame." RELATED: Some companies may not be following Illinois law requiring food warning labels for sesame allergies You may not realize this, but a lot of foods contain sesame -- like many breads, cereals, chips and a lot more. That's why Perez and her family were relieved when Congress passed the Food Allergy Safety, Treatment, Education and Res...

While shingles is known for its painful, blistering rash, itchiness is another common symptom that occurs due to nerve problems. Why is shingles itchy? Shingles (herpes zoster) is a common viral infection. In the United States, it will affect 1 in 3 people during their lifetime. Besides the sometimes excruciating pain shingles causes, itching is also very common. Read on to learn more about what's behind the shingles itch, where it occurs, and what you can do to get relief. What causes itchiness with shingles The same virus causes chickenpox and shingles: varicella-zoster virus (VZV) If you had chickenpox as a child, chances are you still have small amounts of VZV in your nerve cells. At some point in adulthood, you may develop shingles as a result. When this virus reactivates within nerve cells, a rash may develop in your skin along the same affected areas of the body. With shingles, your skin may itch from the nerve damage from VZV. In addition to itchiness, shingles can also ca...

February 10, 2023 2 min read Source/Disclosures Source: Koksal ZG, et al. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol . 2022;doi:10.1016/j.anai.2022.12.024. Disclosures: The authors report no relevant financial disclosures. ADD TOPIC TO EMAIL ALERTS Receive an email when new articles are posted on Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . " data-action="subscrib...