POLLEN COUNT
If you’re living with an allergy, you’re most likely familiar with the misery it brings –with how it can impair your work performance and render you unable to find enjoyment in your day-to-day activities. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to keep it from interfering with your quality of Read More
Allergies
FAQs About Allergies
According to statistics, allergies affect an estimated 50 million Americans each year, ranking as the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the country. If you are experiencing symptoms that you suspect to be caused by an allergy, you have one powerful tool that can help you with your Read More
When should you visit an allergy clinic?
Out of the many Americans that have allergies, a lot do not believe their symptoms are serious enough to visit an allergy clinic. Managing allergies with over-the-counter medication may bring some relief, but unfortunately, it does not get to the root of the problem or offer long-term relief. If you Read More
Allergy Specialist Recommendations for Children with Allergies
Allergies spare no one—not even children. The condition in itself can zap the energy of even the most active children and cause them to feel miserable. For parents, the anxiety brought on by seeing and caring for their children as they struggle with their symptoms and worrying about their next Read More
Signs You Need to See an Allergy Doctor
Sometimes, allergy symptoms respond to over-the-counter treatments. If after taking antihistamines you can continue with your daily activities, then you may not need to see an allergy doctor. However, if you are experiencing the following, it may be time to see one. An allergy doctor specializes in Read More
Reasons Why You Should Take An Allergy Test
Do you have symptoms of allergies, such as frequently having a runny, stuffy nose, red, itchy eyes, or hives? Many people suffer from allergies, and you could be one of them. Persistent allergic reactions may cause not only daily discomfort but can be life-threatening, as well. Fortunately, a Read More
How to Protect Yourself this Allergy Season
While pollen from trees is the most common culprit in allergies during spring, ragweed pollen is the most notorious allergy trigger during the fall, plaguing up to 65 million Americans, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) If you’re on this page because you’re a Read More
Anaphylaxis: Treating Severe Allergic Reactions
Anaphylaxis is a potentially life-threatening reaction to an allergen that should be treated immediately. It can occur within seconds or minutes of being exposed to or consuming an allergen. Symptoms of anaphylaxis include hives or flushed and pale skin, a drop in blood pressure causing a weak and Read More
Know Your Allergies! Finding Out the Foods You React To
A food allergy is an immunological response to a food allergen after consuming it or being exposed to it – in other words, your body’s immune system misidentifies the food as a germ or foreign invader and tries to attack it, creating the allergic reaction. Common food allergens include milk, soy, Read More
Is Your Food Allergy Real or Fake?
Some people have adverse reactions to certain foods, like nuts and dairy. You might think that you have a food allergy. However, it might actually be food intolerance. Food allergies can be life-threatening, so knowing the difference could help save your life. Read on to find out how to know if Read More
