Allergies R Me

I went to the allergist today, who confirmed that I won't be having anymore NSAIDs, which wasn't much of a surprise. He couldn't explain the birth control pill reaction and suggested I check with the OB/Gyn. He thought all my hives were from overactive skin reactions from the NSAIDs, which could last for the next 6 months. As for the sore throat and post-nasal drip, he wasn't sure. But he did a skin test of some 40 common allergens--wheat, milk, nuts, pollen, strawberries, etc etc--and I wasn't allergic to any of them.

So, half answers. I have an appointment with the ENT about my sore throat--at the end of July!!! (He's very popular). And I also found a naturopath who addresses food sensitivities that aren't official allergies.

Because, see, some internet self-diagnosis has led me to wonder if I have what is called a salicytate sensitivity. The allergist said it doesn't exist, has been totally disproven. But it's listed on several reputable websites like the Cleveland Clinic, WebMD, and Livestrong. There's even a forum, and the description of NSAID allergies, birth control allergies, and food allergies replicates what I've experienced. I mean, when I eat blueberries and apples my throat hurts . . . and then it responds to benadryl. So I'm just not sure. (C'mon, Goo and Aunt Banana, my medical relatives, weigh in here!)

But I do know that it's not over yet.