Allergies are an issue with some care recipients cr the severity of an allergic reaction’s symptoms can vary widely mild symptoms may be almost unnoticeable…

Try: Allergies are an issue with some care recipients cr the severity of an allergic reaction’s symptoms can vary widely mild symptoms may be almost unnoticeable just making you feel a little "off " moderate symptoms can make you feel ill as if you’ve got a cold or even the flu severe allergic reactions are extremely uncomfortable even incapacitating most symptoms of an allergic reaction go away shortly after the exposure stops the most severe allergic reaction is called anaphylaxis in anaphylaxis allergens cause a whole-body allergic reaction that can include hives and itching all over not just in the exposed area wheezing or shortness of breath hoarseness or tightness in the throat tingling in the hands feet lips or scalp anaphylaxis is life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention symptoms can progress rapidly so head for the emergency room if there’s any suspicion of anaphylaxis information references webmd com

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Allergies are an issue with some care recipients cr common symptoms of an allergic reaction to inhaled or skin allergens include itchy watery eyes sneezing…

Try: Allergies are an issue with some care recipients cr common symptoms of an allergic reaction to inhaled or skin allergens include itchy watery eyes sneezing itchy runny nose rashes feeling tired or ill hives a rash with raised red patches other exposures can cause different allergic reactions food allergies an allergic reaction to food allergens can also cause stomach cramps vomiting or diarrhea insect stings the allergic reaction to a sting from a bee or other insect causes local swelling redness and pain information references webmd com

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Allergies are a problem for some care recipients cr allergies can develop at any age possibly even in gestation they commonly occur in children but…

Try: Allergies are a problem for some care recipients cr allergies can develop at any age possibly even in gestation they commonly occur in children but may give rise to symptoms for the first time in adulthood asthma may persist in adults while nasal allergies but may decline in old age somewhat confusingly allergies foster in some people but do not exist in others the major distinguishing factor appears to be heredity for some time it has been known that allergic conditions tend to cluster in families your own risk of developing allergies is related to your parents allergy history if neither parent is allergic the chance that you will have allergies is greatly reduced although you may inherit the tendency to develop allergies you may never actually have allergy symptoms you also do not necessarily inherit the same allergies or the same diseases as your parents it is unclear what determines which substances will trigger a reaction in an allergic cr additionally which diseases might develop or how severe the symptoms might be is unknown another major piece of the allergy puzzle is the environment it is clear that you must have a genetic tendency and be exposed to an allergen in order to develop an allergy additionally the more intense and repetitive the exposure to an allergen and the earlier in life it occurs the more likely it is that an allergy will develop there are other important influences that may conspire to cause allergic conditions some of these include smoking pollution infection and hormones information references webmd com

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Some care recipients cr have problems with asthma when the cr has an asthma attack or asthma symptoms it’s important to know when to call…

Try: Some care recipients cr have problems with asthma when the cr has an asthma attack or asthma symptoms it’s important to know when to call your doctor or asthma specialist to prevent an asthma emergency the following are commonly prescribed treatments and medications for asthma steroids and other anti-inflammatory drugs anti-inflammatory drugs particularly inhaled steroids are the most important treatment for most people with asthma these lifesaving medications prevent asthma attacks and work by reducing swelling and mucus production in the airways as a result the airways are less sensitive and less likely to react to asthma triggers and cause asthma symptoms bronchodilators and asthma bronchodilators relieve the symptoms of asthma by relaxing the muscles that can tighten around the airways this helps to open up the airways short-acting bronchodilator inhalers are often referred to as rescue inhalers and are used to quickly relieve the cough wheeze chest tightness and shortness of breath caused by asthma asthma inhalers asthma inhalers are the most common and effective way to deliver asthma drugs to the lungs they are available in different types that require different techniques for use some inhalers deliver one medication and others contain two different medications asthma nebulizer if you’re having difficulty using small inhalers your doctor may prescribe an asthma nebulizer also known as a breathing machine the asthma nebulizer uses a mouthpiece or mask and is typically used for infants small children elderly adults or anyone who has difficulty using inhalers with spacers prednisone and asthma attacks if you have a serious asthma attack your doctor may prescribe a short course of oral corticosteroids when used orally for less than two weeks the side effects of corticosteroids are only temporary but when used for many months these side effects can be serious and permanent after the severe symptoms of your asthma attack have been successfully treated and controlled your doctor will work with you to minimize your need for prednisone in the future information references webmd com

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Allergies are a problem for some care recipients cr almost anything can trigger an allergic reaction your allergic reactions are unique to the cr for…

Try: Allergies are a problem for some care recipients cr almost anything can trigger an allergic reaction your allergic reactions are unique to the cr for example your body may have learned to be allergic to poison ivy from repeated exposure most crs are aware of their particular allergy triggers and reactions certain foods vaccines and medications latex rubber aspirin shellfish dust pollen mold animal dander and poison ivy are famous allergens bee stings fire ant stings penicillin and peanuts are known for causing dramatic reactions that can be serious and involve the whole body minor injuries hot or cold temperatures exercise or even emotions may be triggers often the specific allergen cannot be identified unless you have had a similar reaction in the past allergies and the tendency to have allergic reactions run in some families the cr may have allergies even if they do not run in the family information references webmd com

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The causes of asthma can vary greatly between care recipients cr exercise-induced asthma strenuous exercise can cause a narrowing of the airways in about 80…

Try: The causes of asthma can vary greatly between care recipients cr exercise-induced asthma strenuous exercise can cause a narrowing of the airways in about 80 of people with asthma in some people exercise is the main trigger for their asthma symptoms if the cr has exercise-induced asthma he will feel chest tightness coughing and difficulty breathing within the first five to eight minutes of an aerobic workout heartburn and asthma severe heartburn and asthma often go hand-in-hand in the cr the stomach acids reflux or back up into the esophagus; if the acid reaches into the throat or airways the irritation and inflammation can trigger an asthma attack smoking and asthma crs who smoke cigarettes are more likely to get asthma if the cr smokes with asthma it may make symptoms such as coughing and wheezing worse sinusitis and other upper respiratory infections much like asthma causes inflammation in the lining of the airways sinusitis causes inflammation in the mucous membranes that line the sinuses this inflammation causes the mucous membranes in the sinuses to secrete more mucus — also similar to asthma infections and asthma cold flu bronchitis and sinus infections can cause an asthma attack these respiratory infections that trigger asthma can be viral or bacterial and are a common cause of asthma medications and asthma many crs with asthma have aspirin-sensitive asthma and it it’s possible they’re sensitive to other medications such as anti-inflammatory drugs other causes of asthma include irritants many irritants including tobacco smoke smoke from wood-burning appliances or fireplaces strong odors from perfumes cleaning agents _____ are all irritants that can trigger asthma weather cold air changes in temperature and humidity can cause asthma strong emotions stress and asthma are often seen together anxiety crying yelling stress anger or laughing hard can trigger an asthma attack information references webmd com

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Some care recipients cr food allergies can lead to asthma problems while it it’s not common for food allergies to cause asthma food allergies can…

Try: Some care recipients cr food allergies can lead to asthma problems while it it’s not common for food allergies to cause asthma food allergies can cause a severe life-threatening reaction the most common foods associated with allergic symptoms are eggs cow cow’s milk peanuts soy wheat fish shrimp and other shellfish salads & fresh fruits information references webmd com

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Care recipients cr like the rest of us can experience problems with allergies allergies are an abnormal response of the immune system people who have…

Try: Care recipients cr like the rest of us can experience problems with allergies allergies are an abnormal response of the immune system people who have allergies have an immune system that reacts to a usually harmless substance in the environment this substance pollen mold and animal dander for example is called an allergen allergies are a very common problem affecting at least two out of every 10 personss what happens to a cr during an allergic reaction can vary first a cr is exposed to an allergen by inhaling it swallowing it or getting it on or under their skin after a person is exposed to the allergen a series of events create the allergic reaction the body starts to produce a specific type of antibody to bind the allergen the antibodies attach to a form of blood cell called a mast cell mast cells can be found in the airways in the intestines and elsewhere the presence of mast cells in the airways and gi tract makes these areas more susceptible to allergen exposure this causes the mast cells to release a variety of chemicals into the blood histamine the main chemical causes most of the symptoms of an allergic reaction information references webmd com

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May caregivers look for signs of problems with the Care recipient (cr) the following are signs that something may be wrong with the cr cr…

Try: May caregivers look for signs of problems with the Care recipient (cr) the following are signs that something may be wrong with the cr cr has always been a great housekeeper but lately the house has begun to be cluttered this can mean many of things maybe she has been busy doing other things maybe she is more tired than usual or maybe she is becoming overwhelmed with the daily chores keep an eye on this and look for other signs or signs that this is getting worse cr is letting the bills and other mail pile up again they become overwhelmed by tasks that used to be easy to deal with this could have many causes the checking account is messed up bills aren’t being paid this is a troubling sign that the cr may be overwhelmed and not thinking as clearly as he used to losing weight this can happen especially after the death of a spouse shopping preparing food and cooking just become too much trouble another sign of problems is no food in the fridge or food that is spoiled or old wearing the same clothing and poor hygiene the cr may forget to change clothes sometimes sleeping and wearing the same things for days or they put on the same clothes every morning inappropriate clothing wearing summer clothing in winter going out without a coat not wearing shoes when they normally would leaving off articles of clothing are all things that should be looked into signs of confusion in the kitchen pots that are burned on the bottoms because they have been left to boil dry water stains and mildew under the sink and in other places because water was left on and forgotten about dishes that are unwashed for long periods of time or food is left out these are common signs of problems forgetting appointments missing doctor’s appointments forgetting to take medications missing church when they have been regular church-goers may indicate a problem depression familiarize yourself with the signs of depression many of problems mentioned here are also synonymous with depression a doctor can more easily assess your parent for problems and how to treat them information references maryeaudet hubpages com

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Unfortunately many caregivers eventually deal with end of life issues with care recipients cr many people associate end-of-life care solely with treating physical pain and…

Try: Unfortunately many caregivers eventually deal with end of life issues with care recipients cr many people associate end-of-life care solely with treating physical pain and discomfort while that is an important part complete end-of-life care also includes helping the dying cr manage mental and emotional distress a cr who is nearing the end of life who is alert might understandably feel depressed or anxious encourage conversations so the cr has an opportunity to talk about their feelings you might want to contact a counselor possibly one familiar with end-of-life issues if the depression or anxiety is severe medicine might provide relief a dying cr might also have some specific fears and concerns he or she may fear the unknown or worry about those left behind some people are afraid of being alone at the very end this feeling can be made worse by the understandable reactions of family friends and even the medical team the simple act of physical contact such as holding hands a touch or a gentle massage can make a person feel connected to those he or she loves it can be very soothing try to set the kind of mood that is most comforting for the dying cr some suggest that when death is very near music at low volume and soft lighting are soothing in fact near the end of life music therapy might improve mood help with relaxation and lessen pain listening to music might also evoke memories those present can share for some people keeping distracting noises like televisions and radios to a minimum is important crs nearing the end of life may have spiritual needs as compelling as their physical and emotional concerns spiritual needs involve finding meaning in one one’s life and ending disagreements with others if possible the cr might find peace by resolving unsettled issues with friends or family many people find solace in their faith praying talking with someone from one one’s religious community reading religious text or listening to religious music may bring comfort family and friends can talk to the dying cr about the importance of their relationship for example adult children can share how their father has influenced the course of their lives grandchildren can let their grandfather know how much he has meant to them friends can relate how they value years of support and companionship family and friends who can’t be present could send a recording of what they would like to say or a letter to be read out loud information references agingcare com

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