Latest allergist appointment

[MaryM]

The kids saw Dr. Nowack at Mt. Sinai last week.  I liked her a lot!  We are waiting for the blood test results and the doctor will let us know if we can move from baked milk to trying pizza and whether a baked egg challenge is possible.  Hopefully we will have the results by the end of the week.

The practice now has a support type feature.  They asked DS to fill out a survey about his life, allergies and his anxiety level.  I was so pleased to read his answers and learn that he really feels secure and confident.  DH and I are doing something right.  He is very aware of his allergies, knows he needs to read labels and check with us about ingredients but the allergies don't define him!  I'm so proud of his confidence!  He was very thoughtful when answering the survey. 

[TwoDDs]

Sounds like a good day!

[twinturbo]

Glad it went well. I know it's tough having to change docs once you find a groove with the kids but you did get to keep the same building and support staff. Do you know how they intend to use the data by any chance? Will it be combined for a general index of patients or something kept strictly, and only, in the patient's record?

I love that the waiting area has a "No Food Allowed for Patient Safety" sign. Dr. Nowack seems really great. We had her picked initially but insurance matters took us to Sicherer. Will keep positive thoughts on pizza and baked egg! 

[MaryM]

I'm not sure what they plan to use the data for. 

I just received an email from Dr. Nowak and she recommends pizza and baked egg challenges for both kids!  I'm excited and nervous.  DD's vitamin D levels are a tad low and the results show low level numbers for some tree nuts.  Nether child has had any nuts bc of my allergies.  We will have to skin test to see if a challenge is necessary. 

[Janelle205]

That's great!  I will be keeping my fingers crossed for you!

[Macabre]

Wow! That's great. You will keep is posted?

[MaryM]

I will keep you posted!  Our first challenge will be on October 29th.  I'm not sure which we will do first, pizza or baked egg.  I am leaning towards baked egg but I may let the kids decide.