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Heavy perfume in medical facilities, or anywhere, really
How do we get through to people that this could actually cause great respiratory distress? Even death.
I told a hotel guest the other day, in the kindest way possible, that I was allergic to her and she needed to understand what her chemical scent could do to those with respitory issues. She was headed to Mayo. I imagined the poor patients with even more severe conditions. It was the first time I ever said that to anyone's face, but felt it needed to be said.
I've experienced this a great deal this week, even with clinic staff. To date, I've had 0 complaints about MC, but I hope they are listening now and will work to make their buildings perfume free.
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Yes. Apparently the testing for much of this is not available outside of a clinical trial. I did however, find a Dr. that will do genetic tests for some of the drug reactions - it too is limited, but its better than not having a definite diagnosis on file with no parameters. I have my allergies and intolerances on a chart. It includes, drug - dosage - reactions - retry(s) with start and end dates with each one. I did this because I couldnt remember what drug did whatever- so thischart is taken with me to every doctor. Once I heard a doctor in the hallway quite loudly declare he didnt believe it - he did say to me later that I dont have a say - only the doctor does. So I said "Saranarha". (forgive the spelling).
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