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Close Environmental Allergies
Type of allergy: Pollen

I have allergies to pet dander, dust, mold, pollen. I can't even sit in the grass without having any exposed skin get all itchy and blotchy. In the spring and fall especially, I'm either sneezing or half-asleep from allergy meds.

Treatments

Allegra Working / Worked

The plain Allegra does not work for me. The Allegra-D works well to handle allergy symptoms but I do have issues with anxiety while taking it and if I take it daily long term, I have panic attacks.

Allergy Shots Somewhat Helpful

They worked while I was taking them but at this point, 8 years since my last shot, they've mostly worn off. Every now and then I toy with the idea of starting them again...

Zyrtec Working / Worked

Usually I take this at bedtime 2-3 times per week. If I take it daily, or twice a day, I get too sleepy. Taking it occasionally keeps my symptoms at a manageable level without knocking me out completely.

Acupuncture Working / Worked

Worked well while I was having it. I went 1 time per week for 6 weeks and then spaced out to once every 2 weeks. It works pretty well but its expensive needs to continue to be effective and is not covered by my insurance.