Brain Tweezers – Allergies February 17, 2016October 28, 2015 by PA News Test your knowledge of allergies and how to handle customers with allergies. 1. Untreated allergies can worsen other chronic respiratory problems and skin disorders. False True 2. What happens when histamine is released in large amounts? Blood vessels become dilated and the area swells with fluid. Increased sweating. Hair falls out. Itching and reddening of the local area. 3. What is animal dander? Dirt tracked into the house by animals. Mouldy pet food. Fur and skin flakes from pets. Animal faeces. 4. What is anaphylaxis? Another word for hives. Fainting spells. Loss of sight. A severe allergic reaction. 5. 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? Refer them to the pharmacist. A combination of both topical and oral. OTC antihistamines. A topical cream. Loading … Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linkedin
