Guest guest Posted March 2, 2011 Report Share Posted March 2, 2011 Hi There, I have not posted before, but have been reading your post for awhile to gather information while in the process of trying to decide to try Xolair or not. I have had severe sinusitis and allergies for about 12 years now - adult onset. I have had 2 sinus surgeries and been through all of the medications more than once - most of which do not help at all with the acception of Advair that helps a lot. I have been MUCH better in the past 3 years, but not 'well'. I still suffer with allergies and wheezing, etc. The usual stuff... I am steriod dependent and have been for about 11 years. I am on a low dose of prednisone but I have to take it daily. I can't breath without it at this point. I want to try xolair in hopes of feeling better and being able to get off the prednisone, but I am fearful of the possible 'shock' that I keep reading about everywhere there is anything written about this drug. I am also concerned about other possible side effects and that I could have to deal with this for a year and it may not even help. I would like to know for those of you with severe sinus issues that then triggers the asthma issues.... how it has worked for you. I feel like I am trying to decide between the lesser of two evils... xolair vs prednisone... will it work for me when NOTHING else has? I appreciate your feedback. I have finally been approved for the medication through my insurance after about 7 years now... so I need to make my decision within the next week or so or I will lose the authorization. Thanks Again! christine in Oklahoma PS Spring is trying to 'sprung' here and I am really feeling it even on the prednisone without increasing the dose I am not doing so hot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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