Runny nose, asthma, itchy eyes and hives
If I could wish for one thing it would definitely be to never have allergies ever again. Growing up I had 3 dogs, chipmunks, 2 cats, turtles, a raccoon, goats, bunnies, prairie dog, woodchuck and even a crow. I never had problems until I turned about 14 years old. I went to a friends house in the winter time. She had a collie mix with really long hair. All of the windows were shut and the heater was full blast. I started to wheeze and couldn't breathe. My mom had to pick me up. Thankfully we had a spare inhaler from when I was sick with bronchitis. I had to take a long bath, drink coffee and use the inhaler before I could finally breathe again. I later had the same reaction around a barn and our cats at the time. Having this reaction is just as scary every time. There is no worse feeling than not being able to breathe.
I am now 21 years old and my allergies are getting worse and worse. However, I've learned a few methods to deal with them. The first one being allegra. I seriously live off of my allergy pills, but those don't give me instant relief. I still use an inhaler in the cases that are severe. I have found that vix vapor rub is absolutely amazing when I'm having an allergy attack. I rub it on my chest and it helps open up my breathing passages. I've also purchased a rice bag that has been soaked in peppermint and eucalyptus oil from a shop on etsy. Her shop's name is "SharonsStones11." She uses all organic products to create these bags. They can be put in the microwave and in the freezer. I set this on my chest after placing it in the microwave, and this also opens my breathing passages. Also, I know I ranted and raved about coffee in my last article, but I really just love it. As soon as I start wheezing, I make a cup of coffee and my mind is put at ease because the warmth and caffeine help to break up congestion. I also find that taking warm baths or boiling a pot of water and breathing in the steam helps a lot.
Being allergic to dogs is literally heart wrenching. I am in love with bulldogs and wish to have one of my own someday. However, I doubt that will ever be the case.
Do any of you have allergies? Do you have any remedies that make them easier to deal with?
Until next time,
Kristy