Brain Tweezers – Allergies February 17, 2016October 28, 2015 by PA News Test your knowledge of allergies and how to handle customers with allergies. 1. What happens when histamine is released in large amounts? Increased sweating. Itching and reddening of the local area. Hair falls out. Blood vessels become dilated and the area swells with fluid. 2. A customer comes into the pharmacy complaining of itchy eyes and a runny nose that he’s had for the past day or two. He has just moved house and has been doing a fair bit of cleaning. What can you recommend? OTC antihistamines. A topical cream. A combination of both topical and oral. Refer them to the pharmacist. 3. Untreated allergies can worsen other chronic respiratory problems and skin disorders. False True 4. What is anaphylaxis? A severe allergic reaction. Loss of sight. Another word for hives. Fainting spells. 5. What is animal dander? Mouldy pet food. Dirt tracked into the house by animals. Fur and skin flakes from pets. Animal faeces. Loading … Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linkedin
