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Dog allergy
We got a new puppy (5 months old) in the beginning of January. After 2 weeks, I developed a bad itching rash on my forearms. I stopped handeling the dog and the rash improved. However, during this time I had blood drawn for a physical. The results of the test were increased blood sugar (170) and blood pressure (160/70). Can these results be because of the dog?
Unlikely, I should think. Why don't you get treated for your dog allergy? Kinesiology is fast and permanent.
Hi Tom and welcome to the forum.
Stress is the common denominator in both HBP and blood glucose higher readings, in any possible connection to your allergy. Hard to establish though.
As Dr. Rajput mentioned your glucose levels are acceptable, please follow the basic rules to avoid diabetes in your life.
1. Follow a healthy and nutrient dense diet, avoiding sugar at all costs, and consuming reasonable amount of complex- whole grain based- carbs. Small meals taken frequently will ensure more consistent glucose delivery without putting any undue stress to your body from the extra insulin production. Lots of fresh vegetables, reasonable amount of fruits and quality proteins in reasonable amounts as well.
2. Exercise is known to lower blood glucose. Exception: when there's presence of ketones
in your body. Check with your Doctor for that, if it is a concern. Moderate exercise, walking, hiking should be fine though.
3. De-stress. Relax. Meditate. Engage in stress free enjoyable activities
4. Lose weight if overweight.
As far as your HBP goes, you need to check it at various times.
A single reading ( specially at the doctors office) could be very misleading.
Please invest in a B.P. monitor so you can test frequently at home.
The main thing I look at, is the difference between the systolic and diastolic pressures.
The greater the difference the worse it is. It is age related and for example my weekly average difference between the two is 50 points and I am in my fifties. That's good!
Pulse Pressure is what it's called and it is a better cardiovascular disease predictor.
( many Doctor's are not familiar with it as it is fairly new.)
Organic apple cider vinegar-1T before each meal-plenty of filtered water, conscious deep breathing- 7" in through the nose, hold for 1, 7" exhale through the mouth 10 times minimum and repeat several times daily- and lots of walking and staying fit.
That's what I do and managed to keep my "Pulse Pressure" low.
As far as your allergies go please check my post earlier today.
There are holistic allergy elimination methods available and very effective.
Check my other posts for more details.
Blessings
Nikodicreta
Stress is the common denominator in both HBP and blood glucose higher readings, in any possible connection to your allergy. Hard to establish though.
As Dr. Rajput mentioned your glucose levels are acceptable, please follow the basic rules to avoid diabetes in your life.
1. Follow a healthy and nutrient dense diet, avoiding sugar at all costs, and consuming reasonable amount of complex- whole grain based- carbs. Small meals taken frequently will ensure more consistent glucose delivery without putting any undue stress to your body from the extra insulin production. Lots of fresh vegetables, reasonable amount of fruits and quality proteins in reasonable amounts as well.
2. Exercise is known to lower blood glucose. Exception: when there's presence of ketones
in your body. Check with your Doctor for that, if it is a concern. Moderate exercise, walking, hiking should be fine though.
3. De-stress. Relax. Meditate. Engage in stress free enjoyable activities
4. Lose weight if overweight.
As far as your HBP goes, you need to check it at various times.
A single reading ( specially at the doctors office) could be very misleading.
Please invest in a B.P. monitor so you can test frequently at home.
The main thing I look at, is the difference between the systolic and diastolic pressures.
The greater the difference the worse it is. It is age related and for example my weekly average difference between the two is 50 points and I am in my fifties. That's good!
Pulse Pressure is what it's called and it is a better cardiovascular disease predictor.
( many Doctor's are not familiar with it as it is fairly new.)
Organic apple cider vinegar-1T before each meal-plenty of filtered water, conscious deep breathing- 7" in through the nose, hold for 1, 7" exhale through the mouth 10 times minimum and repeat several times daily- and lots of walking and staying fit.
That's what I do and managed to keep my "Pulse Pressure" low.
As far as your allergies go please check my post earlier today.
There are holistic allergy elimination methods available and very effective.
Check my other posts for more details.
Blessings
Nikodicreta
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hi, welcome to the forum, it is clear that you are allergic to pets, your body has got sensitized to them and hence subsequent reactions to exposure are spontaneous and can be more severe.
Best way of management would be avoid further exposure. You need to keep the puppy away from you. As for symptoms are concerned anti histaminics can be taken whenever there is attack.
I suggest you to undergo skin allergy test. As for rise in blood sugar and blood pressure is concerned, it is certainly not due to pets. This can also be age related changes. Blood sugar level is in borderline hence not to worry. Go for lifestyle changes. Live a stress free life. Take care and regards.
Best way of management would be avoid further exposure. You need to keep the puppy away from you. As for symptoms are concerned anti histaminics can be taken whenever there is attack.
I suggest you to undergo skin allergy test. As for rise in blood sugar and blood pressure is concerned, it is certainly not due to pets. This can also be age related changes. Blood sugar level is in borderline hence not to worry. Go for lifestyle changes. Live a stress free life. Take care and regards.
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