I HATE ALLERGIES!!!!

digitalfreaknyc · 05-08-06, 04:18 PM

Was on the west coast until 2 days ago. Came home. My head exploded and haven't been able to breathe. I haven't slept more than 4 hours at a time. Taking Allegra-D AND Sudafed. The shit just keeps dripping out my nose and I want to let a cat scratch my eyes out.

Can ANYONE share my pain???

McHawkson · 05-08-06, 04:25 PM

That's what you get for visiting west coast. :P

The Bus · 05-08-06, 04:40 PM

I hear your pain. The sheer amount of plant ejaculate that keeps hitting my eye is a bother. I've got the windows closed to prevent any more attacks.

Kittydreamer · 05-08-06, 05:10 PM

Try some Benadryl and a hot shower. Also, prop up your head when you do sleep so you don't drown in your own snot.

criptik28 · 05-08-06, 05:19 PM

DayQuil and NyQuil works for me - Sudafed and Benadryl also.

ben12 · 05-08-06, 05:29 PM

Don't take Sudafed. Take Actifed, the real stuff.

nevermind · 05-08-06, 05:44 PM

I used to feel your pain until I did the shots. While a pain in the ass (weekly doctor visits for three injections for 18 months), it has been well worth it. I've cut my previous suffering by 95%, and it's been 7 years since I finished getting the shots.

4KRG · 05-08-06, 06:05 PM

This

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ance&n=3760901

Combined with Flonase

http://www.nationaldrugs.net/en/otc/...sal_spray.html

and

http://www.claritin.com/index.aspx?blnFlash=true (only I use the cheap generic Wal-Mart brand ones)

Have managed to keep my allergies at bay for a while now.

Sometimes I just need the rinse, sometimes I need all three, sometimes just the claritin helps, the triple whammy always works

Mopower · 05-08-06, 06:08 PM

Take B12

stevevt · 05-08-06, 06:27 PM

Go to Cameroon.

http://www.kuro5hin.org/story/2006/4/30/91945/8971

woofman · 05-08-06, 07:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Bus

The sheer amount of plant ejaculate that keeps hitting my eye is a bother.....

That one's just too easy.

Starting last year my eyes have started getting really red and irritated during the spring/fall allergy seasons, and its been much worse this year. After a dozen trips to my eye doctor they finally found some allergy drops that somewhat help the redness, but we'll see how long they work this time. Guess I should be thankful its not respiratory related like most people.

SMB-IL · 05-09-06, 01:58 PM

On the bright side: isn't it good to know that your immune system is still working well -- even if stupidly?

I can share your pain, but not until mid-June or so....

Tracer Bullet · 05-09-06, 02:52 PM

Hey, I get the sinus congestion AND the itchy watery eyes that make you want to claw your eyes out. I just went to the doctor and was prescribed eye drops and nasal spray, and she recommened I take generic Claritin-D (I'm taking it sans-D right now).

The only problem is that every single drug store I've gone to has had a completely empty allergy section. This year is really bad for some reason.

debbert · 05-09-06, 03:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by digitalfreaknyc

Can ANYONE share my pain???

I can't share your pain but I would be happy to rub your back, or something, if that would make you feel better.

digitalfreaknyc · 05-09-06, 03:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tracer Bullet

The only problem is that every single drug store I've gone to has had a completely empty allergy section. This year is really bad for some reason.

Yup. They all look like who-did-it-and-ran.

Everyone I know who has allergies is dying.

I'm looking forward to the rain at the end of the week.

Vibiana · 05-09-06, 03:27 PM

My allergies this year hit in the form of horrible sinus headaches. No medicine seems to help. I am just waiting for the first frost.

nevermind · 05-09-06, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Vibiana

I am just waiting for the first frost.

You have a long wait ahead of you.

rabbit77 · 05-09-06, 03:44 PM

Zyrtec and Flonase for me, and I'm good for the year. The thing that sucks is that the Zyrtec exclusivity patent doesn't expire until the end of next year. I used to get this stuff for free when I worked for the manufacturer, but now it's $40 for a month's worth.

mndtrp · 05-09-06, 03:49 PM

I've never had an allergy. I tell you what, you guys get something extra in life and just aren't happy.

digitalfreaknyc · 05-09-06, 03:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mndtrp

I've never had an allergy. I tell you what, you guys get something extra in life and just aren't happy.

Hmm...

*looks down*

Nope. That's not it.

Quote:

My allergies this year hit in the form of horrible sinus headaches. No medicine seems to help. I am just waiting for the first frost.

Really? What's the difference between a sinus headache and a migraine?
Friday night, as this was all starting, i got a MASSIVE headache. I had to take a sleeping pill to knock myself out because I couldn't take it. I was almost in tears.

Buford T Pusser · 05-09-06, 11:19 PM

My five-year-old has had some major issues with allergies the last few days. The doctor wanted to admit him to the hospital but gave use seven medicines, breathing treatments, etc. and gave us 12 hours to get him better.

This morning his oxygen was better so he avoided the hospital. He has major pollen allergies and we also found out he has asthma.

He's so easygoing that we didn't know how bad he was. I think he's enjoying the extra attention and every two hour breathing treatments plus he gets to stay up later, watch TV and play video games all day.

edytwinky · 05-10-06, 12:17 AM

I take Dayquil and it's been working well for me.

The Bus · 05-10-06, 10:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tracer Bullet

he only problem is that every single drug store I've gone to has had a completely empty allergy section. This year is really bad for some reason.

Silly bird. It's the new anti-meth-lab legislation that went into effect. You need to ask for Claritin-D and a lot of other common allergy medication. Just ask the pharmacist.

Tracer Bullet · 05-10-06, 11:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Bus

Silly bird. It's the new anti-meth-lab legislation that went into effect. You need to ask for Claritin-D and a lot of other common allergy medication. Just ask the pharmacist.

I'm not that dumb.

They have signs saying some of the stuff is behind the counter (the stuff no one wants), but most of it is just... sold out. They're not making meth out of Claritin or eyedrops.

Trust me, when I'm suffering from allergies I'm not shy about asking where the drugs are.

Deadpool · 05-10-06, 12:01 PM

My pain is pretty much done unless i come across mold. When stuff first goes into bloom, that's when it the worst for me. It's been slowly going away now.

05-08-06, 04:18 PM	#1
digitalfreaknyc Banned Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: NYC Posts: 15,957	I HATE ALLERGIES!!!! Was on the west coast until 2 days ago. Came home. My head exploded and haven't been able to breathe. I haven't slept more than 4 hours at a time. Taking Allegra-D AND Sudafed. The shit just keeps dripping out my nose and I want to let a cat scratch my eyes out. Can ANYONE share my pain???

05-08-06, 04:25 PM	#2
McHawkson DVD Talk Legend Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: America Empire Posts: 13,905	That's what you get for visiting west coast. :P __________________ Is that the best you can do, you pansies? - Marv in Sin City Croc RULE!

05-08-06, 04:40 PM	#3
The Bus DVD Talk Godfather Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: New York Posts: 51,655	I hear your pain. The sheer amount of plant ejaculate that keeps hitting my eye is a bother. I've got the windows closed to prevent any more attacks. __________________ Movies: 2002 / 03 / 04 / 05 / 06 / 07 / 08 / 09 / 10 / 11 / 12 / 2013 "Too much disclaiming in this post." – Dr. Mabuse

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ben12 DVD Talk Gold Edition Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Where I live? Posts: 2,253	Don't take Sudafed. Take Actifed, the real stuff. __________________ Ben Read Poop Office at http://nakedgrapecomics.com

05-09-06, 01:58 PM	#12
SMB-IL DVD Talk Special Edition Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: 2nd City Posts: 1,269	On the bright side: isn't it good to know that your immune system is still working well -- even if stupidly? I can share your pain, but not until mid-June or so.... __________________ "Listen Betty, don't start up with your white zone shit again."

05-08-06, 05:19 PM	#5
criptik28 DVD Talk Legend Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 14,809	DayQuil and NyQuil works for me - Sudafed and Benadryl also.

05-08-06, 05:44 PM	#7
nevermind DVD Talk Legend Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Illinoyze Posts: 10,514	I used to feel your pain until I did the shots. While a pain in the ass (weekly doctor visits for three injections for 18 months), it has been well worth it. I've cut my previous suffering by 95%, and it's been 7 years since I finished getting the shots.

05-08-06, 06:05 PM	#8
4KRG DVD Talk Legend Join Date: Jan 2000 Posts: 15,444	This http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ance&n=3760901 Combined with Flonase http://www.nationaldrugs.net/en/otc/...sal_spray.html and http://www.claritin.com/index.aspx?blnFlash=true (only I use the cheap generic Wal-Mart brand ones) Have managed to keep my allergies at bay for a while now. Sometimes I just need the rinse, sometimes I need all three, sometimes just the claritin helps, the triple whammy always works

05-08-06, 06:08 PM	#9
Mopower DVD Talk Legend Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: The Janitor's closet in Kinnick Stadium Posts: 15,717	Take B12

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stevevt DVD Talk Hall of Fame Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: Vermont Posts: 9,506	Go to Cameroon. http://www.kuro5hin.org/story/2006/4/30/91945/8971

05-09-06, 02:52 PM	#13
Tracer Bullet DVD Talk Legend Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: IND Crosstown Posts: 23,405	Hey, I get the sinus congestion AND the itchy watery eyes that make you want to claw your eyes out. I just went to the doctor and was prescribed eye drops and nasal spray, and she recommened I take generic Claritin-D (I'm taking it sans-D right now). The only problem is that every single drug store I've gone to has had a completely empty allergy section. This year is really bad for some reason. __________________ Third World countries are worthy of our derision. -Sean O'Hara Personally, I would say that Tracer Bullet is leading you in the wrong direction. -Supermallet Sometimes you have to decide between the guy who won't give you a cupcake and the one who will stab you in the face. -DeputyDave

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Vibiana DVD Talk Legend Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Living in a van down by the river Posts: 11,084	My allergies this year hit in the form of horrible sinus headaches. No medicine seems to help. I am just waiting for the first frost. __________________ Vibiana hooks up with chicks, she's more of a winner than most of the internet. -- mndtrp "If everyone you know is doing it, the only thing to do is rush into a marriage. It'll turn out great so don't worry about it." -- Jules Winfield

05-09-06, 03:44 PM	#18
rabbit77 DVD Talk Limited Edition Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Des Plaines, IL Posts: 6,665	Zyrtec and Flonase for me, and I'm good for the year. The thing that sucks is that the Zyrtec exclusivity patent doesn't expire until the end of next year. I used to get this stuff for free when I worked for the manufacturer, but now it's $40 for a month's worth.

05-09-06, 03:49 PM	#19
mndtrp DVD Talk Legend Join Date: May 2004 Location: a mile high, give or take a few feet Posts: 10,833	I've never had an allergy. I tell you what, you guys get something extra in life and just aren't happy.

05-09-06, 11:19 PM	#21
Buford T Pusser DVD Talk Hero Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Lighten up, Francis! (Funland) Posts: 26,766	My five-year-old has had some major issues with allergies the last few days. The doctor wanted to admit him to the hospital but gave use seven medicines, breathing treatments, etc. and gave us 12 hours to get him better. This morning his oxygen was better so he avoided the hospital. He has major pollen allergies and we also found out he has asthma. He's so easygoing that we didn't know how bad he was. I think he's enjoying the extra attention and every two hour breathing treatments plus he gets to stay up later, watch TV and play video games all day. __________________ it really bufords my pusser. (wow, that sounds dirty!) - cultshock Nothing wrong with pounding a little teacher pussy after school. - Sonic most of my weight is in my tits. - Mrs. Danger

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Deadpool DVD Talk Gold Edition Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Maryland Posts: 2,945	My pain is pretty much done unless i come across mold. When stuff first goes into bloom, that's when it the worst for me. It's been slowly going away now. __________________ "Didn't you lose a lot of money on that other investment, the one from the email?" "You know what Toby! When the son of the deposed King of Nigeria emails you directly asking for help, you help! His father ran the freaking country okay?!?!" From The Office epsiode "Michael's Birthday".