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10 important questions to ask your doctor about allergies

Newly diagnosed with allergies?

WebMD Medical Reference
Medically Reviewed by Dr Rob Hicks
  1. What am I allergic to?
  2. What are my treatment options?
  3. Will I need to take prescription medications? If so, for how long?
  4. Are there any supplements or over-the-counter medicines that I should or shouldn't take?
  5. Are there injections which could help me? If so, how often and for how long will I need to have them?
  6. Should I carry an adrenaline injector pen with me?
  7. Should I wear a MedicAlert bracelet or necklace?
  8. What steps can I take to allergy-proof my home?
  9. I don't want to get rid of my pet, but I'm allergic to it. What can I do?
  10. Are there any clinical trials I could participate in?
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Reviewed on February 10, 2012
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