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Do you reckon it's possible to be allergic to Coyote fur?
Odd question I know but I bought a coat back in December thats got a Coyote fur collar (it's a parka type coat - not a gay fur coat) and ever since then I've had the symptoms of a bad cold - really runny nose, soreish throat etc
Obviously I'd normally think it's just a bad cold but 6 weeks?? No, it's either the collar or I've picked up a dose of Aids. I just can't shake it.
I thought about getting an allergy test but I can't imagine coyote is one of the tests....or is it?
Any advice welcome.
Odd question I know but I bought a coat back in December thats got a Coyote fur collar (it's a parka type coat - not a gay fur coat) and ever since then I've had the symptoms of a bad cold - really runny nose, soreish throat etc
Obviously I'd normally think it's just a bad cold but 6 weeks?? No, it's either the collar or I've picked up a dose of Aids. I just can't shake it.
I thought about getting an allergy test but I can't imagine coyote is one of the tests....or is it?
Any advice welcome.
Dr Nick says....
"Mr Carrera, you are suffering from what is commonly known as 'dickheadcoatitus'....for someone to be wearing a parker style coat with fluffy collars and cuffs is quite simply................gay. 9 year olds wear parkers. When it is cold do you zip the hood up so you look like E.T? Please swap your coyote carcass for a nice manmade fibre anorak"
"Mr Carrera, you are suffering from what is commonly known as 'dickheadcoatitus'....for someone to be wearing a parker style coat with fluffy collars and cuffs is quite simply................gay. 9 year olds wear parkers. When it is cold do you zip the hood up so you look like E.T? Please swap your coyote carcass for a nice manmade fibre anorak"
Nick P said:
Dr Nick says....
"Mr Carrera, you are suffering from what is commonly known as 'dickheadcoatitus'....for someone to be wearing a parker style coat with fluffy collars and cuffs is quite simply................gay. 9 year olds wear parkers. When it is cold do you zip the hood up so you look like E.T? Please swap your coyote carcass for a nice manmade fibre anorak"
I'll leave the anoraks to you.
nubbin said:
Fur is one of the commonest allergens - it is very possible you're allergic to it. Ever had any other furry objects near your face? (where's a Groucho smiley when you need one?)
Go and buy some antihitamines (hay fever tablets) and see if the symptoms recede.
Good shout - I'll go and get some at lunch.
Never been allergic to animals in the past though...Carrera2 said:
Do you reckon it's possible to be allergic to Coyote fur?
Odd question I know but I bought a coat back in December thats got a Coyote fur collar (it's a parka type coat - not a gay fur coat) and ever since then I've had the symptoms of a bad cold - really runny nose, soreish throat etc
Obviously I'd normally think it's just a bad cold but 6 weeks?? No, it's either the collar or I've picked up a dose of Aids. I just can't shake it.
I thought about getting an allergy test but I can't imagine coyote is one of the tests....or is it?
Any advice welcome.
Yes it's totally possible to be allergic to fur. I would recommend that you stop wearing it, and see what happens (pretty simplistic hey?)
Allergy testing can be done to assess sensitivity to fur or dander, which is more often the cause of the allergy.......
If it's possible to get the coat cleaned, in some way, that might help, particularly if theres any dander still on the fur.
968 said:
Do you reckon it's possible to be allergic to Coyote fur?
Odd question I know but I bought a coat back in December thats got a Coyote fur collar (it's a parka type coat - not a gay fur coat) and ever since then I've had the symptoms of a bad cold - really runny nose, soreish throat etc
Obviously I'd normally think it's just a bad cold but 6 weeks?? No, it's either the collar or I've picked up a dose of Aids. I just can't shake it.
I thought about getting an allergy test but I can't imagine coyote is one of the tests....or is it?
Any advice welcome.
Yes it's totally possible to be allergic to fur. I would recommend that you stop wearing it, and see what happens (pretty simplistic hey?)
Allergy testing can be done to assess sensitivity to fur or dander, which is more often the cause of the allergy.......
If it's possible to get the coat cleaned, in some way, that might help, particularly if theres any dander still on the fur.
I've considered not wearing it but it been so bloody cold recently that it's essentail.
Now it's warmed up a bit I'll give it a go.
Carrera2 said:
Do you reckon it's possible to be allergic to Coyote fur?
Odd question I know but I bought a coat back in December thats got a Coyote fur collar (it's a parka type coat - not a gay fur coat) and ever since then I've had the symptoms of a bad cold - really runny nose, soreish throat etc
Obviously I'd normally think it's just a bad cold but 6 weeks?? No, it's either the collar or I've picked up a dose of Aids. I just can't shake it.
I thought about getting an allergy test but I can't imagine coyote is one of the tests....or is it?
Any advice welcome.
Yes it's totally possible to be allergic to fur. I would recommend that you stop wearing it, and see what happens (pretty simplistic hey?)
Allergy testing can be done to assess sensitivity to fur or dander, which is more often the cause of the allergy.......
If it's possible to get the coat cleaned, in some way, that might help, particularly if theres any dander still on the fur.
I've considered not wearing it but it been so bloody cold recently that it's essentail.
Now it's warmed up a bit I'll give it a go.
It's would work as a very simple allergy test, avoid it, if your symptoms recede, you know what it is..... and then try and get the coat cleaned, and then try wearing it again. I had the same problem with a woollen jumper, which got better, after I dry cleaned it.
mel said:
Go and buy some antihitamines (hay fever tablets) and see if the symptoms recede.
Don't you just love medical logic? The Doctor says "take these pills and see if symptoms recede" then the realist steps in and says "stop wearing the coat and see if symptoms recede"
Yeah, I don't like pills or drops, where they can be avoided..... So many patients I see are in discomfort because of drops given to them by other professionals, that they don't need. They then come out in awful allergies. Best thing is to avoid the new variable and see what happens.
968 said:
It's would work as a very simple allergy test, avoid it, if your symptoms recede, you know what it is..... and then try and get the coat cleaned, and then try wearing it again. I had the same problem with a woollen jumper, which got better, after I dry cleaned it.
Righty ho, the coats now banished to a cupboard at work. If the pesky coyote's guilty, how long for the symptoms to clear up do you reckon?
mel said:
Go and buy some antihitamines (hay fever tablets) and see if the symptoms recede.
Don't you just love medical logic? The Doctor says "take these pills and see if symptoms recede" then the realist steps in and says "stop wearing the coat and see if symptoms recede"
You could of course do both!
Jeez, typical ex-army type - "soldier, you only use common sense when ordered to do so". "Sah!"
Carrera2 said:
Righty ho, the coats now banished to a cupboard at work. If the pesky coyote's guilty, how long for the symptoms to clear up do you reckon?
Could be anything of upto a few days. You need to rid your system of any antihistamines you have used, at least 24 hours, to ensure your wellness isn't due to those tablets. Then give it a few more days of avoidance, and keep a diary of your symptoms.
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