Eczema gets in the way of so many things in life, including having a family. I have always been worried about getting pregnant and what effects the allergy medications I take would have on a developing fetus. Not to mention my fear of passing on my allergies. Could a fetus thrive bombarded with Benadryl and Claritin-D? and back when I was suffering from chronic congestion, Could a fetus develop properly while the mother fights for oxygen? Despite those concerns, I have been trying unsuccessfully for years. A specialist said we were both fine and should be able to get pregnant although it's been so long I still think something is wrong. We could press the issue with fertility options but I keep thinking it's ok because I might not be meant to have a child when battling allergies year round. I am also open to adopting a child one day. I don't want to push for pregnancy when my body obviously isn't going to be the best environment.
I did get good news after the doctors' visit I mentioned a couple of weeks ago. He said that with my background and husband's diverse background there would be little chance that my child would have the short end of the stick in terms of allergies. After that visit I had a weight lifted from my shoulders and a positive outlook on a prospective pregnancy. I do hope it happens, and now I hope without apprehension since my Benadryl and Claritin-D use is decreasing also. I did ask my ob-gyn about this years ago and got a horribly dismissive response, since she didn't understand the scope of my problem. I'm glad I asked my allergist and he also said he had another patient conceive and remain on cyclosporin throughout her pregnancy so it's promising!
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