Dear Brother Nate,
I used to get a cold that turned into a sinus infection routinely every winter. Congestion to the point I couldn’t breathe out of my nose. I’d would be down and out 3-4 months out of the year… Same dose of drugs. Neti pot. Flonase. I’ve doubled and quadruple allergy drugs like Claritin. I’ve stopped all drugs except http://www.dymista.com/hcp/Compare/To%20Flonase. None of the other crap worked. Most insurance companies do not cover it but with a coupon it’s 60 bucks. I toss it on the FSA Card so it feels painless.
I had the the same sinus surgery minus deviated septum. However, doc says I need to do so. I ain’t doing that sh*t. As you know, nasal surgery sucks a$$.
I’m off the shots and on sublingual drops for the last 8 months.
At work and home I have HEPA filters. At work I have the Honeywell. Bed Bath and Beyond carries the filters. Home. I use Several Rabbits . The Best Air Purifier Reviews for 2022 | Home Air Guides 3 and 1 in the article.
I change my car cabin filter like it’s going out of style. I used to have a portable HEPA for the car but why have a nice quiet car and a stupid filter running?
I travel a ton as well. Whilst on travel you are well, F’d. That said, Marriott well do low allergen rooms. Feather free. Some will have filters. When I travel to NY I’ll send a filter and replace theirs. Marriott Bonvoy Customer Service and Online Help
Extremely ridiculous but once you have been on the cycle of drugs it’s so worth it.
I’m down and kind of out with a head cold now (little knee injury as well) I’ve ramped down my training. Took some time off. Just lifting but not hard. Pushed down my FTP. I don’t care if I hit the numbers. It’s a plus to get on the bike. Especially, if I can do so without kid interruptions, work calls and blowing my nose. Whilst sick, I actually have to grab a second towel for blowing my nose. Yes, that’s gross but it’s a must. There are times I just have to stop and blow. Life with allergies and head colds bite!
I’m absolutely anal about washing my hands. I will not touch food without washing hands. I will not eat at subway where they touch money and toss on a glove to give me a 12 inch fecal covered veggie sandwich. People around me think I’m out of mind. However, I have skipped the sinus infection for the last 4 years after having them every year since my teenage years.
I’m closer to 50 than 40.
8-9% body fat Tanita.
Vegetarian
I take vegan protein.
I collect wine. Drink it too.
Thanks for posting and good luck. And wash your damn hands and get HEPA filters.