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This wasn't an itchy arm, and I live in Michigan were mosquitoes are very common. I had an anaphylactic reaction (I looked like Will Smith in Hitch) and went to the ER. Several doctors explained how drug allergies occur, it was uncommon it happened the third injection- because its generally seen during the second injection. You must be exposed to a drug in order to have a reaction to it. Below is a link to emedicine and intelihealth and quoted from their websites......
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/drug_allergy/article_em.htm
An allergic reaction does not often happen the first time you take a medication. A reaction is much more likely to occur the next time you take that medication. If you have a reaction the first time, you probably were exposed to the medication before without being aware of it.
http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/c/9339/9436.html
Most people with a drug allergy have been exposed to that drug or a similar drug before. During the earlier exposure, immune cells formed antibodies against the drug. Antibodies are proteins created by the immune system to battle foreign invaders such as bacteria and viruses. When a person is exposed to the drug again, the antibodies go into action, setting off the allergic response. The symptoms of drug allergy may happen immediately or after taking the drug for a week or more.View Thread



My sister got pregnant about two weeks after I was diagnosed with my endo. My family is aware of my situation, and very supportive.
As we discussed the impending shower arrangements, my mom hesitantly broached the idea that this is a difficult time for me. Seeing my sister start her family- as I have been unsuccessful thus far.
I wanted to shout from the rooftop! I am absolutely thrilled my sister is bringing a new life into this world. Of all the people I know, she deserves to be a mother. Even in my greatest moments of sorrow would I ever think to take that happiness away from her.
Know the hard part is conveying that to others in a more subtle manner!
Mom its okay!View Thread

Today has been an emotional nightmare from hell. I know its the lupron, but its so hard to get past it. ive locked myself in my computer room and dont intend on leaving anytime soon.
I like the idea of positive pink day, and just happen to be wearing comfy pink shorts.
heres to a better tomorrowView Thread
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