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. Blood vessels become dilated and the area swells with fluid. Hair falls out. 2. What is animal dander? Animal faeces. Dirt tracked into the house by animals. Mouldy pet food. Fur and skin flakes from pets. 3. What is anaphylaxis? Fainting spells. A severe allergic reaction. Another word for hives. Loss of sight. 4. Untreated allergies can worsen other chronic respiratory problems and skin disorders. True False 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? A topical cream. Refer them to the pharmacist. OTC antihistamines. A combination of both topical and oral. Loading … Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linkedin
