Allergy Asthma Sinus

Am on half day MC today.

Feel bad coz I always need to take leave due to this allergy problem. Well, I didn't ask for it anyway.

I can't stand cold when am having sinus. But 1 thing for sure, I rather been attack by Sinus than Asthma. Please..no asthma..am suffer enough..

Allergy + Asthma + Sinus = You do the math. For me, the combination of this is a DISASTER!

I have Asthma since I was young..been admitted once when I was 10 years old. After that I was a skinny freak due to the attack. But then, after a while depending on the steroid medicine am slowly gaining my weight. Huh! Unfair..

As for Sinus, it attacked me when I was in Form 4. My dad had a bad sinus..but not sure how I got Asthma .Only those who suffer Asthma know how it feels when it attacks.

Please God, heal my Sinus & Asthma. Heal it to be gone, Amen. Here are some info about Asthma & Sinus.

Please read as it is very important if you have Family, Friends who have these problems.

Sinus & Allergies

1. Allergic Rhinitis

Allergic rhinitis is caused by substances that we breathe called allergens. Allergens are usually harmless substances that can cause problems only in some people. These problems are caused because the immune system of people with allergic rhinitis mistakenly identifies these substances as intruders and generates a reaction against them. During this reaction, the immune system cells release substances such as histamine and leukotrienes that cause the symptoms of allergic rhinitis; these and other substances also cause inflammation in the nasal lining. This inflammation makes the nose very sensitive to irritants such as smoke and strong odors or to changes in the temperature and humidity of the air. (So true)

Causes

When allergic rhinitis is caused by common outdoor allergens, such as airborne tree, grass and weed pollens or mold, it is called seasonal allergic rhinitis, or "hay fever". Allergic rhinitis is also triggered by common indoor allergens, such as animal dander (dried skin flakes and saliva), indoor mold, droppings from dust mites and cockroach particles. This is called perennial allergic rhinitis. (Dis....gussstinggg!!!!)

Symptoms

• sneezing
• stuffy nose (congestion)
• runny nose
• itching in the nose, roof of the mouth, throat, eyes and ears

2. Nonallergic Rhinitis

Nonallergic Rhinitis produces many symptoms similar to allergic rhinitis. Some people have both allergic and nonallergic rhinitis. In nonallergic rhinitis, unlike allergic rhinitis, there is no family history or seasonal pattern, and allergy tests are negative. The immune system is not involved. Such patients are often more susceptible to sinus infections. The most common triggers include weather changes, cigarette smoke, dust exposure, alcohol (wine and beer) and odors (malls, new fabric, pollution, perfumes and detergents). Nonallergic rhinitis cannot be cured, (What??? Are you serious? Like cannot at all??? Faint**) but allergists are equipped to recommend appropriate avoidance measures and medications.

3. Allergic Conjunctivitis

As allergic rhinitis is an allergic nose condition, allergic conjunctivitis is an allergic eye condition. The underlying factors and causes of allergic conjuctivitis are the same as for allergic rhinitis. The symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis include redness, itching, tearing or swelling. The diagnosis and treatment for allergic conjunctivitis is the same as for allergic rhinitis, including the benefit of allergy shots (allergen immunotherapy) in some patients. Infection and allergy are the main causes of sinusitis. Once sinusitis is diagnosed, the treatment usually involves antibiotics to clear the bacterial infection and topical decongestants to reduce the inflammation and swelling. Where allergy is suspected to co-exist, steroids and anti-histamines are used to further reduce swelling due to the allergic reaction. (Huh..the main FAT gaining contributer to my heavy weight!!) thestar.com.my/health

What Is Asthma?

Asthma (AZ-ma) is a chronic (long-term) lung disease that inflames and narrows the airways. Asthma causes recurring periods of wheezing (a whistling sound when you breathe), chest tightness, shortness of breath, and coughing. The coughing often occurs at night or early in the morning. www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health

The airways are tubes that carry air into and out of your lungs. People who have asthma have inflamed airways. This makes the airways swollen and very sensitive. They tend to react strongly to certain substances that are breathed in. When the airways react, the muscles around them tighten. This causes the airways to narrow, and less air flows to your lungs. The swelling also can worsen, making the airways even narrower. Cells in the airways may make more mucus than normal. Mucus is a sticky, thick liquid that can further narrow your airways. (I just hate the Mucus part)