Nickel is a hard, silvery-white metal whose salts are present in all soils. Extremely small quantities of this element are required in the human body for optimal health but according to the MELISA Foundation, nickel consumption or exposure triggers more allergic reactions than any other element, and approximately 15% of the human population suffers from a nickel … [Read more...]
Medical bracelet or allergy tattoo?
Have you ever considered getting a tattoo? Many people are not in favour of body art in any way, but what if you could perhaps get your allergies, medical number and details tattooed instead? It changes the argument and most people I've talked to about this actually thought this was a great idea. But consider also that people can grow out of allergies - what then? Painful … [Read more...]
New 5p and 10p coins raise Nickel allergy concerns
One doesn't carry coins, just like the Queen! I remember being diagnosed with nickel allergy as a teenager after new earrings caused a nasty reaction in my newly pierced ears; the doctor quite seriously advised me to avoid all nickel, including not carrying coins and keys. Great advice - luckily my royal equerry can carry those for me and open doors so I don't even have to … [Read more...]
Eleven things that could make you allergic to your clothes!
Mysterious rashes and itchy waist bands could be caused by the very clothes on your back. If you're desperately trying to pinpoint what is causing a mysterious rash there are a few quick win things to check. Have you changed washing powder recently? - Many people are allergic to biological washing powder so stick to non-biological and you should be fine. Avoid fabric … [Read more...]
Ten tips for coping with Nickel allergy!
Don't carry loose change or keys and avoid clothes with zips and studs. Great advice for somebody newly diagnosed with a nickel allergy, but in practise, is it really realistic? Unless you're the Queen or are rich enough to have someone else to drive you around, carry your keys, purse, bag and small change and also shop for you and carry out actual transactions on your behalf … [Read more...]