allergies

[Al_Samson]

i have been having problems with my allergies for a while. i am on allegra and a nasal spray but i dont think it does much. I am planning on going to the allergy doctor, but someone suggested that i dont have any cigars for a month and see if it helps them go away. Does anyone think that this will work? any other suggestions thanks

[Bruzee]

I have the same problems because of where I live. I know that the cigars definately don't help my allergies, but I would have them even if I quit smoking cigars all togther... And quite honestly, I would rather smoke my cigar and live with the allergies!

[SmokinApe]

Worst advise ever, I say keep smoking!

[NCRadioMan]

Allergies suk! When I was an infant, the only thing I could have was soy milk and applesauce. I took alergy injections for the first 6 years of my life. Three times a week, 6 shots in each arm. I am glad to say they worked and I now have very limited allergies.

I would just wait to see what the Dr. says.

[bigliver]

Originally Posted by Al_Samson

i have been having problems with my allergies for a while. i am on allegra and a nasal spray but i dont think it does much. I am planning on going to the allergy doctor, but someone suggested that i dont have any cigars for a month and see if it helps them go away. Does anyone think that this will work? any other suggestions thanks

I don't think I would really like to find out.

[gwc4sc]

This is gonna sound crazy but.... I have bad allergies and asthma. Ever since I started smokin stogies they have both gotten better. I dont know if I am simply growing out of the asthma and allergies or what. Even my doctor is puzzled. I say smoke more cigars and see what happens

[Al_Samson]

thanks for the feedback. i am probably going to go to the doctor. but it might be all of the tree pollen, which i am allergic to, and now the cotton woods r blooming. and it does seem that when i have a cigar it helps get rid of my postnasal drip.

[oldforge]

My allergist is a great guy. I explained to him that I smoke cigars and plan to keep doing it. He explained to me that the main negative effect is on the small hairs of the nose which don't work as well when and after you smoke.

He suggested a Neti Pot to clear out my sinuses each day and it works great. (Do a google search for details.)

My other suggestion is: don't smoke the good stuff when you are too clogged up to appreciate them. The sense of smell is an important part of the cigar smoking experience. I always keep some "cheapies" around for when I want a smoke but my sinuses are acting up on me.

[Al_Samson]

thanks oldforge ill look into that neti pot. but being stuffed up is not the problem, its having alot of post nasal drip and having a nagging cough that annoys me and make me clear my throat alot. thanks for the advice though

[kansashat]

If your allergies are bad enough they will either give you a shot of steroids, or give you tablets to take over the course of a few days. They will work wonders by taking away the symptoms of your allergies.

In fact, you will feel great for a while. Expect a spike in your appetite, increased energy, & your spouse, or significant other, will want to kill you because you won't want to go to bed. You'll be saying stuff like, "C'mon honey, I know it's midnight, but don't you want to play another game of monopoly?"

The doctor will limit this type of treatment due to the long term side effects that they can cause, but won't object to it once or twice a year.

I had to get shots a couple of years in a row because allergies would cause the whites of my eyes to swell out past the cornea & pupil. I looked like Arnold in "Total Recall' when he was trapped outside the dome on Mars with no air.

[BamaDoc77]

if he puts you on meds, ask for Xyzal....by far the best rx allergy med yet IMO.

[Al_Samson]

thanks guys. wow u can find anything on this site

[montecristo#2]

Have you tried Zyrtec? I know I tried Flonase, Claritin and the only one that works for me is Zyrtec.

I know if I smoke too many days in a row, I get a little short of breath when my allergies are bad. I normally take a Zyrtec and everything is better. Sometimes if my allergies are acting up, I will take one before smoking just in case.

[Al_Samson]

i take allegra and it is allright, but i will look into the one mentioned previously too. and i use rihnocort nasal spray or something like that

[brigey]

Originally Posted by BamaDoc77

if he puts you on meds, ask for Xyzal....by far the best rx allergy med yet IMO.

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Great advice and thank you doc...