Very few people are actually allergic to silver; however, a large amount of people are allergic to nickel. Sterling silver is comprised of 92.5% silver, and 7.5% of another metal. As nickel is an inexpensive metal, it is commonly alloyed with silver in the production of sterling silver to save costs. This causes many people to believe that their allergic reaction is to the silver, when in fact it is the nickel that is causing the problem.

It's probably not worthwhile to be tested for insect allergy unless you've been stung and had a reaction. When you visit an allergist after a sting, it will be helpful if you can produce the insect that caused the reaction so it can be identified conclusively. If not, the allergist will probably ask questions to figure out which insect caused your reaction. See similar questions...

Fine silver, i.e. wire or findings, work well. Fine silver wire can be placed directly into the Art Clay and then fired together. The heat of the firing fuses them together, and there is no need to solder them. Brass and copper can also be used, but require special attention in design, so that the metals are captured in the Art Clay. Sterling silver works best with Low Fire Art Clay, and fired at lower temperatures to work successfully with Art Clay. See similar questions...

No, but being aware of the risks and dangers associated with the condition and managing them appropriately can improve your peace of mind when you do go outside. Understanding the insects themselves can also go a long way toward minimizing risk and staying safe. For example, it's useful to be able to recognize the various critters that can make trouble. Bees feed their young honey and pollen and only use their stingers defensively. See similar questions...

Immediately. The speed of your reaction depends on your body, whether you are able to get a dose of epenephrine immediately, how much of the allergen is absorbed, and a few other variables and is therefore unpredictable. The safest thing to do is to get medical attention as quickly as possible. See similar questions...

Find out if having an allergy to one type of legume (such as peanuts, soy, beans, lentils and lupine) means that you should avoid eating other legumes. See similar questions...

If you're allergic to your pet, you may not have to get rid of your furry friend. Here are some tips to follow to reduce your allergy symptoms. See similar questions...

We have never had anyone allergic to anything that we use in the procedure except for the anti-biotic ointment that we give the person to use to apply after the procedure. If you know that you have an allergy to anti-biotic's we suggest that you use a plain petroleum jelly instead. We do have our clients fill out a questionnaire before any procedure is done to pre-determine as best we can if there is any chance an adverse reaction. See similar questions...

Yes, we make unscented versions of every soap we make, from our 100% Olive Oil Castile Soap, to our goat milk and shea butter soaps. You may detect a slight odor in some of our unscented soaps due to the natural ingredients used, especially unscented goatmilk or soaps with cocoa butter. See similar questions...

ANSWER: No. Ringmaster Rubbing Oil's active ingredients include peanut oil and it should not be used by anyone allergic to peanuts. See similar questions...

The main reason for being allergic to cats is because of the dander, not the hair. When a cat 'bathes' itself, it deposits a coating of saliva over its fur. It is this coating turned to an extremely fine dust that is the cause of most allergies to cats. While hedgehogs do not generally do this (other than when self-anointing [7.1]), it is not inconceivable that a person could be allergic to almost any animal. See similar questions...

Let's face it, some of us are a bit more sensitive to certain metals than others, I, myself, have never been able to wear any of those cute earrings you might find in accessory shops. It is because of this that many of the metal findings, from necklaces to bracelets and of course earrings, are of hypoallergenic materials, such as sterling silver, surgical steel, stainless steel and gold or gold-filled. See similar questions...

Heavy metals are trace metals with a density at least five times that of water. They are stable elements that cannot be metabolized by the body and get passed up in the food chain to human beings (bio-accumulate). The most common and harmful heavy metals are Aluminum Arsenic Cadmium Copper Lead Mercury and Nickel. There are many more existing heavy metals that are not as prevalent or as harmful as the previously noted elements. See similar questions...

Answer : We provide through your doctor an elimination rotation diet program that excludes your food allergens. See similar questions...

Our products may contain an allergen. However, if a common allergen is in the food, it will be listed on the ingredient statement even if it appears in small quantities. We do purchase certain ingredients such as flavors and spices from suppliers, and they are required to comply with the same standards pertaining to labeling of allergens. See similar questions...

Yes. Epenephrine or adrenaline is usually effective at suppressing the allergic reaction immediately, although severe reactions may require a second dose. Later in the process, you may need an antihistamine like Benadryl (the over-the-counter preparation may not be strong enough). Your medical professional can help you in evaluating your need for this and obtaining it. See similar questions...

You may use pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, flaxseeds, or raisins and other dried fruit as substitutions. See similar questions...