Do you know if you're allergic to the so called, "mountain cedar," that lives in the Texas Hill Country? It is a native form of juniper. Or, since we haven't had rain in so long and now we have, are you allergic to mold and/or mildew?

From my 9 years in in central texas, I have no allergic action to any cedar or medicines ect.

I actually feel better. I think I may be getting the Texas cold. Weather around here been changing like crazy from 90s (noon) to 60's (at night)

Mike:

You might want to read this info. VERY powerful stuff. I scrubbed mortar off of a fireplace with it. Never again. I'd see a dr. if you don't feel better.

Here is a link that might be useful: Muriatic Acid info article

Yep, that's strong stuff. I still have a gallon of it to get rid of somehow since my pool is long gone.

I seriously doubt it's the muriatic acid you're reacting to at this late date. I use it for various things because it's great at cleaning the hill country lime residue from plumbing, though I no longer live in the hill country. It's a fabulous concrete cleaner, gets everything off. Yes, it IS strong, and always read the label before opening any container right under your nose.

If you've not had any allergies in 9 years, don't take that as a sign that you won't. With the hot/cool/ha, to us Texans, cold weather, AND little northers blowing other junk in, it's probably allergies or a cold. Try one of the OTC antihistamines or decongestants, or the combo ones and see if that solves your problem.

When school starts, something always goes "round". Call it the Texas crud for lack of a better name. I just seriously doubt it was the muriatic acid.