That's possible, but I actually very rarely take antibiotics

This is an exception - I have been running a low-grade fever off and on this entire time, so I know something is going on, whether it's just inflammation or an infection.

In talking to the doc on this last visit, we figured out that my problem is mainly an allergy to molds. We had an extremely wet late spring/early summer (it broke previous records for number of straight days of rain) and my symptoms began shortly afterward. I have noticed that many times my symptoms begin the day after it rains.

I feel better today, for the first time in a LONG time. I don't know if it is due to the fact that I took the last of the antibiotic yesterday, or that I spent almost all day yesterday in bed resting.

I am going to see about getting tested for allergies, including an allergy to mold. I've done a bit of netsurfing and there are treatments for that, but they aren't effective for everyone. After what I've been through the past two months, though, I am certainly willing to give it a try!

I talk to the doctor about the possibility of a fungal infection, also. Is there a test for it? (I am a radiology MT, don't know as much about the clinical side)

I am lactose intolerant so I haven't drunk milk in years, but I do eat ice cream and cheese and foods with milk-based sauces. I probably should try to avoid those when I'm having a sinus flare-up.

Thanks for your suggestion. I hadn't thought of the possibility of a fungus. I will certainly investigate it.

• Does anyone else have chronic sinusitis - with acute episodes?
  • I used to have lots of sinus problems - jmr
    • That's interesting. I wonder if you have a wheat allergy - Rad MT
      • I think it is a yeast allergy - jmr
        • I think I'll call my doc tomorrow and see about allergy testing - Rad MT
  • Maybe doc needs to do a culture and...... - M.A.
  • There is a theory that - Me
    • That's possible, but I actually very rarely take antibiotics - Rad MT
      • I found lots of hits when I googled - Misha
        • This is a brand new house, just over a year old - Rad MT
      • BTW, I am OP - Rad MT
    • Have you ever tried a neti pot to cleanse your sinus - cavity? Dr. Oz on Oprah recommended it. (sm)
      • I need to check that out - Rad MT
        • Don't think I could stand the water-up-the-nose sensation like - you sometimes get w/swimming! Good luck. NM
          • They use saline, right? Not just water. - Rad MT
            • swimming in an ocean fixes it too.....n/m - saltwater great for sinuses-go to BEACH!!..LOL
              • Very true! Chronic sinusitis here, neti pots don't work for me but oceans do! - NM
              • I would love to but the nearest beach - is over 500 miles away :( nm
      • First time I saw that was on Six Feet Under. Now - doctors suggest it all the time.
        • Must have missed that episode. (sm) - Who on SFU did it?
          • No, George, the old crazy guy.. I miss that show. - Shirley
            • That was my favorite. - Me too

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get a response as to when the item will be shipped.  I've probably done about 100 transactions and only once did I not receive the item and had to dispute it. 

I'd just keep trying and be very persistent.  Maybe you will get a response

I have 12-year-old daughter and I feel she is just as entitled to vote as I am (if I voted which I don't).  This is America and we all have rights no matter our age.

Now, if older people are playing games with the voting, that is a whole other story and AI should change their voting policy somehow so it is fair and the most talented person wins.

will try to convince you that you're crazy or stupid.  They get defensive and angry and try to turn the tables and make this "your" problem.

Here's what you know:  1) It takes more time than normal to get his hair cut.  2) Your hair dresser not only has confided in you about her personal affairs, she has done so with your man (let me add, the only reason a woman does this is to elicit sympathy and a big strong shoulder to cry on - it's the oldest trick int he book).  3) He gave her a $500 tip without consulting you first.  He never mentioned it immediately after the fact, and still did not tell you how much the "tip" was after the thank you note.  That is completely deceitful!!!  4) When confronted with the facts that he gave away $500 without ever mentioning it to you, he has the balls to get angry and try to make you feel like YOUR anger is unjustified.

This are HUGE warning signals that should not be ignored.  Here is what I would do.  I would go through the checkbook with a fine tooth comb.  See where he is spending money and what he is spending money on.  I would also check credit card transactions as well.  If he has a cell phone, get a list of his numbers dialed and received calls.  Then figure out who the numbers belong to if you see numbers you don't recognize.  You can *67 and dial anonymously.  If it is a business, they'll always pick up.  If it's an individual who screens, you still get their answering machine.  You can also look the numbers up in a reverse phone directory.

I know it probably depresses you to think that it has come to all of this, but you would be a fool to simply overlook this indiscretion.  He may or may not have slept with this woman, but the bottom line his his behavior was deceitful and inappropriate.  You have every reason to be suspicious and he knows it.

I've been where you are right now and I feel for ya.  It sucks to find out you've been lied to by someone you loved and trusted.  Good luck!