I could probably write a whole book about this and maybe I will, but for now this is more about a kind of therapy for me. In September I ate out in a cafe in America and had the worst allergic reaction of my life. I often joke about it when anyone asks me, "When was the last time you had a reaction?" I'll say something like, "A few years ago, I'm due another one!" and try … [Read more...]
Don’t give up on me… I’m still here!
I feel so bad. I've been neglecting you all. But please rest assured I haven't gone anywhere and I still have loads of plans for useful and helpul blogs all piling up just waiting to be written. Lots has been going on behind the scenes. I've been redesigning the whole What Allergy blog so very soon it will have a fresh new look and feel. I hope you like the new version and … [Read more...]
Why comparing murder with anaphylaxis is pointless
Dr Robert Boyle can be heard talking about how you are more likely to be murdered than die from anaphylaxis on Inside Health which features adrenaline auto-injectors and their suitability for general use. I have written about this before a while ago when Dr Boyle published his research in 2013 comparing allergy death to murder. Read 'Delighted to hear that food allergy … [Read more...]
Why ALL women with anaphylaxis should have an ultrasound
You might think I'm crazy, suggesting you go and get an ultrasound before requesting a repeat prescription of your adrenaline auto-injector but it's very important for women to understand something about adrenaline injectors. They are not all the same. Some have shorter needles and some women's thighs have more fat on them than others. Imagine if you were carrying around an … [Read more...]
Kissing eases eczema and allergy symptoms
You heard it here first! Kissing is good for you. Well we all know that, but kissing when you have eczema and allergies could be particularly beneficial! I love this piece of news, more proof that snogging is seriously underated and I can't think of a much better treatment for eczema and allergies, can you? [Thank you Kym for this gem of news] This study, conducted by … [Read more...]