Hello,
Thank you for your query at DoctorSpring.com
I understand your concern.
Some of your symptoms listed above are isolated instances. For example, the phimosis should have been operated right away, however you tried with Chamomile. That definitely seemed to trigger an allergic manifestation locally and you ended up developing allergy. Scrotal skin especially is very sensitive and it should just be cleaned with plain soap water. Even some soaps can lead to allergy around the penis and scrotum.
So overall analysing your history you're prone for allergies, evidenced by the fact that you get allergic reaction around your groin and axilla, and also suffered from dry cough in your childhood. You may be allergic to heat, hence moist areas such as axilla or groin are more prone for allergies, and further superadded bacterial ( Staph. Aureus Infection ). You should try to avoid the allergen as far as possible and in future whenever you get a rash or blister use Calamine lotion. It prevents furture recurrences and also if infected, Mupirocin ointment should be used.
If your sinuses has been removed, polyps are a part of chronic rhinosinusitis, then the recurrences should be lesser. However discuss with your ENT and you can use topical corticosteroids such as Fluticasone. This helps in preventing future recurrences of nasal polyps after surgery and will be helpful in your case.
Hope this was helpful,
Regards.

Hello,
Xyzal is an anti histaminic. It won't cause any adverse effects.
It will keep your allergies down, however i feel with so many recurrences you should not take chance and discuss with your ENT about topical corticosteriods such as Fluticasone. It has almost negligible systemic absorption, and won't cause any harm.
Regarding bloating these foods can cause bloating even in absence of gluten intolerance :
1) Beans and Lentils
2) Potatoes
3) Cabbage, cauliflowers, apricots, broccoli, prunes.
4) Dairy products. ( If your intolerance is more towards dairy products then it can be to recent onset intolerance to lactose. )
The best thing would be to avoid the mentioned food items in the list, and if your bloating reduces, you will know what is exactly causing the problem, and try to avoid it. Since you have history of such strong allergies, you may be reactive to some of the components present in these food items. But you can go ahead and get gluten intolerance or lactose intolerance tested out in consultation with your local physician.
Regards.

Hello,
Yes you do seem to have slightly weaker immune system. Stress, inadeqaute diet ( low in vitamins ), long term corticosteroids can all cause weak immunity.
But blow to head won't interfere with your immunity in anyway.
Regarding your bloating and possible H. Pylori infection, H. Pylori itself can cause bloating, indigestion, stomach pain and make your prone for gastric ulcers. Drinking water doesn't really cause bloating until and unless, the water is contaminated. I feel it is better if you can consult a medical gastroenterologist, who will run all the required tests for you, and then if H. Pylori is established a 2 week antibiotic course will be helpful.
Polyps can increase in size from allergies due to dust, but not because of bad odor.
Hope this was helpful,
Regards.

Hello,
Thank you for your follow up at DoctorSpring.com
Here are a few suggestion to reduce your chances of developing recurring nasal polyps:

• Take intranasal Fluticasone (200mcg twice a day) at least for 4-6 weeks to determine if this reduces symptoms due to nasal polyps. Should this work for you, it can be considered as a long term option to prevent recurrence of nasal polyps.
• I would also recommend a saltwater (saline) spray or nasal lavage to be used twice daily which will rinse out your nasal passages
• As much as possible avoid nasal irritants which you have identified since most airborne substances worsen nasal irritation.
• If the air in your home is dry, use a humidifier because this helps moisten your airways.