Is it possible yo be allergic to perfume?

Question

Cause when ever someone around me wears perfume I like cant breathe. If you could help that whould be perfect.

I cant breathe when I am around any type of purfume. Do you think I could be allergic if so is there a way I can talk to a doctor with out telling my parents because they really don't know anything about this problem and it has been going on for about a year now.

Answer 1

I'm the same as you, i cant sit in a room if its scented or pass the perfume departments in shop's, I get real sore head, skin rashes, irritated,

Answer 2

Yes, many things can make you have an allergic reaction. With perfumes there are many chemical additives. A good idea is t go along to an allergy clinic where they will test you with about 20 different main triggers of allergy. This way you know what to avoid. Perhaps it is a good idea for you to explore pure essential oils for perfume? Check it out with the right people and you will be fine

Answer 3

Perfume contains many chemicals, some of these chemicals are also in your cleaning products. Perfume is not made from natural products as it was in the 1800's, as it would be too costly to make, and people wouldn't be able to afford to buy the perfume.
Did you know that up to 72% of people with Asthma cite fragrance as a trigger for an asthma attack, and up to 30% of the population are environmentally sensitive and react to perfume, other scented personal care products, cleaning products, other chemicals, etc.
You may be allergic to hydrocarbons which are in perfumes, cleaning products, chemicals etc., or you could be environmentally sensitive, or have asthma. Hope this answer is helpful!
Amanda

Answer 4

It's more likely a mechanoreceptor response than an allergy. It's a very powerful "mechnical" response that causes eyes and noses to water, throats to feel itchy and uncomfortable, and overall respiratory distress primarily from trying to avoid breathing the noxious chemical. It is very common as anyone who has had to hold their breath in an elevator when sharing it with someone who doesn't understand the concept of a little goes a long way when it comes to perfumes and colognes.

A true allergy will result in hives and wheezing etc. It is of course possible to be allergic to perfume, but it is generally the response I described.

Answer 5

Yes, your breathing response is a response to inhaling the chemical. A similar response to other strong odors probably happens with gasoline or cleaning chemicals. Could also be onset of mild asthmatic reaction. Let your doctor know on your next visit, an inhaler may be prescribed to assist you with re-opening your airway passages.

Answer 6

You can be allergic to perfume.I sure am. Those perfumes that old ladies wear and Old spice( mens cologne) they are the worst. You just need to find the ones that bother you and find the ones that don't. Stay away from cinnamon. That will definatly mess you up.

Answer 7

Of course you can be allergic to perfume! They're chemicals, aren't they? If a particular one bothers you, stay the hell away from it. Use something that doesn't make you vapor lock. There are plenty of formulas out there. Good luck!

Answer 8

yes it is possible my little girl is allergic to perfume we found that out when she was about three.her doctor ran an allergy test on her and perfume was one of the things she was allergic to.

Answer 9

certain scents in perfumes can set off people with asthma and that could be what is happening to you. That was the first sign that I had when I got diagnosed with asthma years ago was perfume cutting my breath away and strong scents in some stores in the local mall here.

Answer 10

Yes, many people are allergic to certain ingredients in perfume.