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Exercise & Allergies

- Summary
- About allergies & exercise
- Potential exposure
- Related allergies and conditions
- Signs and symptoms
- Diagnosis methods
- Treatment options
- Preventing reactions
- Questions for your doctor

Reviewed By:
Norman Klein, M.D., FAAAAI

Questions for your doctor

Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctors the following questions regarding exercise and allergies:

  1. What tests will you use to determine the cause of my symptoms?

  2. What treatments are available to me?

  3. Is it safe for me to exercise?

  4. How can I prevent an allergic reaction during exercise?

  5. Should I carry an epinephrine shot when I exercise?

  6. Which types of exercise are best for me?

  7. Is it best for me to exercise outdoors or indoors?

  8. Should I limit the length of time I exercise because of my allergies?

  9. Should I limit the frequency of exercise because of my allergies?

  10. Which symptoms should I immediately report to you?

  11. For which symptoms should I seek emergency medical attention?

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Review Date: 06-20-2007
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