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. Hair falls out. Itching and reddening of the local area. 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? A topical cream. OTC antihistamines. Refer them to the pharmacist. A combination of both topical and oral. 3. What is anaphylaxis? Loss of sight. Another word for hives. Fainting spells. A severe allergic reaction. 4. Untreated allergies can worsen other chronic respiratory problems and skin disorders. False True 5. What is animal dander? Animal faeces. Mouldy pet food. Dirt tracked into the house by animals. Fur and skin flakes from pets. Loading … Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linkedin
