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Asthma and the allergy link
Recently I was invited to speak on BBC West Midlands radio about a recent report detailing the number of deaths caused by asthma in the UK.
It makes for pretty shocking reading…
UK asthma death rates among the worst in Europe
And it has always baffled me why there is a huge disconnect between asthma funding and allergy funding. The two are so intricately linked that it just seems crazy not to share resources, not least to prevent so many people suffering needlessly and being prescribed endless and increasing doses of steroids for what could be an allergy in the first place.
What causes asthma? It’s never a simple answer but I wonder how many of these asthma deaths could have been avoided had those patients been tested for allergies; thus understanding better what those triggers might be.
About four years ago I finally had a soya allergy diagnosed after worsening asthma. I didn’t think for a moment that I could be allergic to one of the very plant milks suggested in replacement of the cow’s milk that I was already allergic to, but cutting out soya led to a dramatic reduction in my asthma symptoms.
It’s not rocket science.
Many of my allergies cause asthma as a direct symptom including; hayfever, dust allergy, latex, soya, milk and nuts.
Asthma gets lots of funding and I am regularly seen by an asthma nurse to keep my asthma under control but this is not the case for allergy treatment. I am very lucky to see a dermatologist who also treats me for my allergies but not everyone is so lucky, and getting to even have allergy testing can be impossible in certain areas of the country.
Why are we so behind our neighbours in Europe?
Will this report to lead to changes? Or will we still be talking about this in ten years time?
I suspect the latter… I find myself blogging over and over again about the same things year in year out because nothing does seem to change much. Apologies for the pessimistic comment there but it’s true.
And this is why I blog, because by doing this I can maybe help a few people not to feel so alone in the struggle for answers and normal life. Strive not to be normal people!
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Development of EoE Linked with Eczema, Asthma and Food Allergy – Allergic Living
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Development of EoE Linked with Eczema, Asthma and Food Allergy
Allergic Living Children with eczema, food allergy and asthma have a greater risk of developing eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) than those without the conditions, according to a study presented at the AAAAI/WAO joint congress in early March. Dr. Jonathan Spergel and … |
Development of EoE Linked with Eczema, Asthma and Food Allergy – Allergic Living
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Development of EoE Linked with Eczema, Asthma and Food Allergy
Allergic Living Children with eczema, food allergy and asthma have a greater risk of developing eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) than those without the conditions, according to a study presented at the AAAAI/WAO joint congress in early March. Dr. Jonathan Spergel and … |
Development of EoE Linked with Eczema, Asthma and Food Allergy – Allergic Living
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Development of EoE Linked with Eczema, Asthma and Food Allergy
Allergic Living Children with eczema, food allergy and asthma have a greater risk of developing eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) than those without the conditions, according to a study presented at the AAAAI/WAO joint congress in early March. Dr. Jonathan Spergel and … |
How to Avoid Asthma Triggers Such As Foods and Pollen
Food is not a common asthma trigger but asthma symptoms can occur as part of an allergic reaction to certain foods. Whole nuts should not be given in any case to pre-school age children because of the risk of them choking, but you should also remember that children with atopic conditions are more vulnerable to nut allergies.
Food manufacturers now label all foods containing nuts, but if you are buying unlabelled foods or eating out, ask about the ingredients. Artificial colorings and additives are also triggers, so try to include as many natural, unprocessed foods as possible in your child’s diet.
If you suspect that certain sweets or fizzy drinks are causing attacks, avoid them. This will not only help you decide whether there is a problem, but also limit your child’s intake of junk food.
Dairy products are often connected with allergies, especially eczema, but you should always ask your doctor’s advice before removing them from a child’s diet. Pollen is very hard to avoid during summer months. The worst time is early summer when so many plants are in flower.
Rain literally washes pollen away, so the pollen count is highest during a dry spell and you may have to be extra vigilant at this time. Get into the habit of finding out about the daily pollen count, and then plan your child’s activities accordingly.
Encourage him to play outside only early in the morning or just before bed when the pollen count is lower. Resist the temptation to bring cur flowers inside the house. Open windows and doors to air the house early in the morning and then keep them closed for the rest of the day.
Do not hang clothes outside to dry or bedding to air when the pollen count is high. If your child reacts badly to pollen, ask his school if he can stay inside at times when there is a high pollen count and when the grass has just been cut. Remind him never to roll in grass, even when he sees his friends doing so.
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