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Allergy Testing and Immunotherapy in Los Angeles, California

In Los Angeles, California, allergens like ragweed, dust mites, and mold are common. Allergy immunotherapy can help build resistance against these allergens, providing relief from allergy symptoms and improving quality of life.
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Wool Allergy: Symptoms, Tips to avoid, Diet

Learn about wool allergy symptoms, preventive tips, diet suggestions, and seasonal peculiarities across the US. Find relief and live comfortably.
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Key Symptoms of Wool Allergy

Itchy Skin

 

This is one of the most common symptoms experienced by those with wool allergy. The skin comes into contact with the wool leading to itchiness and discomfort.

Redness and Rashes

 

Touching or wearing wool can cause red patches or rashes on the skin. This is an allergic reaction caused by sensitivity to the wool fibers.

Hives

 

Some individuals with a wool allergy might develop hives, a rash of red bumps that are typically swollen, painful and itchy.

Runny Nose and Watery Eyes

 

Exposure to wool can also lead to an allergic rhinitis reaction in some cases. This might involve a running or blocked nose, sneezing, and watery, itchy or red eyes.

Breathing Difficulties

 

In severe cases of wool allergy, people can experience asthma-like symptoms such as shortness of breath, wheezing or coughing. This is due to the allergens in the wool irritating the respiratory tract.

Skin Inflammation

 

Wool allergy can cause inflammation of the skin, resulting in pain, heat, redness, and swelling. This is due to your immune system overreacting to the wool allergens.

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How to Recognize if You're Allergic to Wool

Recognizing if you have a wool allergy involves understanding the common symptoms of contact allergies and then correlating the occurrence of these symptoms with direct or indirect contact with wool. Here's a simple guide that may help with the process.

 

Identifying Wool Allergy Symptoms

 

  • Skin Reactions: Skin reactions are a common sign of wool allergy. These can include redness, rashes, hives, itching, or swollen areas especially on parts of the skin that have been in direct contact with wool.
  • Inflammation and Irritation of Eyes and Nose: If your eyes and/or nose become itchy, watery, or swollen during or immediately after handling or wearing wool, this may also be a sign of wool allergy.
  • Respiratory Problems: Some people may also develop breathing problems, wheezing, or a cough if they are allergic to wool, particularly if it is loose wool fibers that have been inhaled.

 

Track Your Symptoms in Relation to Wool Exposure

 

If you do start to experience symptoms that you suspect might indicate an allergy to wool, it can be helpful to keep a record of your symptoms. This should include what symptoms you have, how severe they are, when they started, and any factors that seem to make them better or worse. If you notice that you always seem to get these symptoms after exposure to wool, this increases likelihood that you may be wool allergic.

 

Contact a Medical Professional

 

Contact a doctor or an allergist if you suspect you have a wool allergy. He or she can provide an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan. Allergy tests might be recommended for a definitive answer.

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Avoid Direct Skin Contact

 

One way to prevent wool allergy is to avoid direct skin contact with wool. If you find that you have a wool sensitivity, consider wearing a layer of cotton or silk clothing underneath your wool garments to prevent irritation. This may help prevent any painful or uncomfortable reactions.

Choose Alternative Fabrics

 

Nowadays, many other materials are available that can keep you just as warm as wool. Fabrics like synthetic fleece or cotton can be good alternatives to wool. Paying attention to the composition of the items while shopping can go a long way in ensuring you avoid inadvertent exposure to wool.

Thoroughly Wash New Clothing

 

Some people find that washing wool items can help reduce their symptoms. This is due to the fact washing can take most of the lanolin, the natural oil in wool that many are allergic to, out of the fabric. Ensure to follow washing instructions to prevent ruining the garment.

Seek Medical Advice

 

If you believe that you have a wool allergy, it is best to confirm this with a medical professional. Allergies can be confirmed through skin tests or by observing the development of symptoms after contact with wool. It is always best to consult with a dermatologist or allergist to discuss your symptoms and potential diagnoses as there may be other conditions which have similar symptoms.

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Diet to Ease Wool Allergy Symptoms

While there's not a specific diet to ease wool allergy symptoms, maintaining a diet that boosts your immune system can help your body cope with allergies more effectively. Studies have shown that a well-rounded diet rich in fruits and vegetables provides the body with vitamins and nutrients needed to support a healthy immune system.

 

Eat Foods High in Vitamin C

 

  • Citrus Fruits: Such as oranges, lemons, and grapefruits.
  • Strawberries: These are high in vitamin C and bioflavonoids which can strengthen your immune system.
  • Peppers: Red peppers contain more than 150% of your daily vitamin C needs per single cup.

 

Consume Omega-3 Fatty Acids

 

  • Fatty fish: Such as salmon, mackerel, and sardines.
  • Walnuts: They are packed with omega-3 fatty acids which can help reduce inflammation.
  • Flaxseeds: You can add these to your smoothies or salads.

 

Include Probiotic Rich Foods

 

  • Yoghurt: Opt for plain, unsweetened yogurt with live cultures.
  • Kombucha: This fermented tea helps increase the variety of beneficial bacteria in your gut.
  • Sauerkraut: In addition to being a probiotic, sauerkraut also contains enzymes that aid digestion.

 

Remember, alongside a healthy diet, regular check-ups with your doctor and proper medication are also crucial in managing your allergy symptoms effectively.

What Food Worsens Wool Allergy

Wool allergy or contact dermatitis can be triggered or worsened by certain food items. It's essential to understand that everybody's reaction towards food differs, thus, what foods you should avoid entirely depends upon your body's response to them.

 

Food Items that Can Worsen Wool Allergy Symptoms

 

  • Foods Containing Histamines
    • : Histamine is a naturally occurring compound in the body which is also present in certain foods. Excessive consumption of these food items can intensify your allergic reactions. Some of these foods are fermented products, cheese, soy products, processed meat, alcohol, and certain vegetables like eggplant, spinach, and tomatoes.
  • Citrus Fruits
    • : Citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, grapefruits, limes, etc., might trigger symptoms.
  • Dairy Products
    • : Some people might have a reaction towards dairy products which can intensify the wool allergy symptoms.
  • Artificial Additives
    • : Additives in processed foods like flavors, colors, and preservatives may also aggravate wool allergy symptoms.
  • Nuts
    • : Certain nuts like peanuts, hazelnuts, cashews, almonds, and walnuts may worsen the wool allergy symptoms in some people.
  • Shellfish and Fish
    • : People allergic to wool might also be allergic to shellfish and fish. Thus, consuming these can worsen your symptoms.

 

Remember, the foods listed above might not necessarily worsen your wool allergy symptoms. It varies from person to person. Also, cooking methods can significantly alter the allergenic properties of these foods. If you notice any food exacerbating your wool allergy symptoms, it's recommended to eliminate it from your diet and consult a healthcare provider.

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Can wool allergy be triggered by different types of wool?

 

Wool Allergy Triggers

 

  • Different types of wool can trigger an allergy, as the reaction is often due to the texture, lanolin content, or processing chemicals in the wool.

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  • Contact with rougher wool types might increase sensitivity, leading to skin irritation or allergic reactions.

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  • Individuals sensitive to lanolin, a natural oil found in wool, may react differently to various wool types based on lanolin content.

 

Is there a difference between allergic reactions to wool fabric and untreated wool?

 

Difference between Wool Fabrics and Untreated Wool

 

  • **Wool Fabric**: Many people who think they are allergic to wool are actually sensitive to the texture caused by wool fabric, which can be coarse and irritating to sensitive skin. Reactions are often due to mechanical irritation rather than true allergic reactions.

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  • **Untreated Wool**: True wool allergies are rare and are often reactions to lanolin, a natural oil found in wool. Lanolin may cause dermatitis in some individuals.

 

Conclusion

 

  • The difference often lies in sensitivity to fabric texture versus a true allergic reaction to components like lanolin.

 

How to test for a wool allergy in the home environment?

 

Testing for Wool Allergy at Home

 

  • **Patch Test:** Tape a small piece of wool to your skin, preferably on your inner arm. Leave it for 24-48 hours to see if any irritation, redness, or itching occurs.

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  • **Wear Test:** Wear a wool garment for a few hours and observe any skin reactions such as rashes or itching.

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  • **Allergen Isolation:** Use a different material as a baseline and wear it to determine if symptoms persist without wool exposure.

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  • **Observe Respiratory Symptoms:** Note any sneezing, runny nose, or itchy eyes when handling wool to gauge respiratory reactions.

 

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