We had more allergy testing today for the 5yo. We tested for 46 foods. We found new allergies. In addition to peanuts, we can add almonds, oranges, and lobster to our list to avoid. We also need to monitor all tree nuts, citrus, and should just avoid all shellfish. What really leaves us scratching our heads is… read more »
USDA Still Discriminates Against Kids with Lactose Intolerance
2011
Finally, this school year, 2011-12, the USDA has determined that schools must provide drinkable water to all students with unrestricted access during their lunch periods. This can be in the form of a mass dispense system in the cafeteria, or a drinking fountain in or adjacent to the eating area. I don’t call this a… read more »
A Lead in the Mystery
2011
After about 18 months into poor Aaron’s GI issues, we FINALLY have a lead. I had allergy testing repeated at his check up on Friday since his symptoms were still there despite medication and household modifications for dust mites (his only positive reaction previously). This time , we added three more environmental allergens and peanuts…. read more »
And the Saga Continues…
2011
It’s about 18 months since we started our journey into Aaron’s guts. We still have no idea what’s really going on in there. We know he’s got eosinophils in his esophagus. We don’t know exactly why. Could be from the GERD. Could be from something else. My bet is it’s a bit of both. His… read more »
Ridiculous School Lunch Policies
2011
Our school did something good this year. They made their bazillion forms we get on the first day all electronic. It was easy to fill out, and I could easy print any addendums I needed. Then they pulled a boner. My son is lactose intolerant. The dietary forms state “The School/school district does not make… read more »
Infant Tylenol Has a New Cap – So What?
2011
Big deal. Infant Tylenol has a new cap, and they’re using blogs to promote it. From the pictures I see it still has red dye. Red dye made from petroleum and coal. The same red dye that makes it damn near impossible for me to treat my oldest son when he’s sick since he reacts… read more »
A Clue, or DUH
2011
After almost a year of tests, tests, and more tests, and belly pain, belly pain, and more belly pain, and poop, poop, and more poop, we have a clue. A couple of the 4yo’s tests came back indicating that he may actually have a lactose issue. No? Really? I’ve been saying from the beginning that… read more »
Does Your Child Have Allergies or Asthma?
2011
I suffer from allergies, asthma, and eczema myself. Something I have dubbed the “trifecta from hell” depending on the season. I was diagnosed with exercise induced asthma at age 11. It was poorly treated, and has progressed into just asthma. My allergies and eczema diagnoses didn’t come until I was an adult. I was in… read more »
Filtrete Helps Keep Allergies Under Control
2010
All of us in my household suffer from allergies to varying degrees. My husband’s allergies are fairly mild, but the boys and I all have fairly severe allergies and asthma. I’ve always preferred to use Filtrete filters in our furnace. When I can’t find the size I need in the Filtrete brand, I have to… read more »
Progress
2010
Our pediatrician called yesterday with the results of Aaron’s blood allergy testing for foods. None. Nada. Zip. Zilch. He’s not allergic to any of the various varieties of nuts they tested for, nor wheat, or milk. I explained that since she mentioned possible celiac disease, we tried gluten free foods. The symptoms subsided drastically. Then… read more »
