Allergies

Understanding Tree Nut Allergies

Walnuts, cashews, and almonds – these are the most consumed tree nuts in the country, and for many people, they trigger mild to severe allergic reactions. Macadamias, hazelnuts, chestnuts, brazil nuts, and pecans are other examples of tree nuts. Peanuts, which are also a common cause of Read More

Allergies Can Be Embarrassing: Tips for Coping with Them

Allergies can be uncomfortable for you and the people around you. It’s no fun being around a person who’s constantly sneezing. Allergies can also catch you off guard during important life moments. If you frequently suffer from allergy attacks, this article is for you! Check out this handy guide Read More

Allergies in Winter: How to Cope For A Long Season of Itchy Eyes, Sneezing, and A Runny Nose

People most commonly associate spring with allergies. However, allergies can occur year-round. The winter season can also be allergy season for perennial allergy sufferers. With preparations, however, allergy sufferers can have a not-so-terrible experience during winter. The Winter Allergy Read More

Dust and Dust Mites: All About the Asthma and Allergy Triggers

Did you know that allergies are among the leading causes of chronic illness in the United States? Two of the most notorious causes of airborne allergies and allergic asthma are dust and dust mites. According to statistics, approximately 20 million Americans are living with dust and dust mite Read More

Household Allergies in Children

As much as you want your home to be your child’s safe haven, there are times when it can also become the source of their misery. Your home could be a potential breeding ground for the culprits in indoor allergies, which produce symptoms that can cause your child to get irritable, fidgety, and even Read More

Why Am I Getting Skin Allergies All of a Sudden?

If you’re exposed to an allergy trigger in your environment, your body may react with an overblown immune response. You may sneeze, wheeze, or have a runny nose or watery eyes. Or, if you’re like millions of American adults and children, your skin will itch and break out. Why is this happening? Read More

Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine Information

At Oak Brook Allergists, we have been monitoring the situation closely regarding the safety and effectiveness of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. The clinical trial data can be reviewed here. In this post, we will give an overview of this vaccine and how it pertains to our patients with Read More

What Treatment Options Can a Doctor Provide for Allergic Rhinitis?

Also called hay fever or seasonal allergies, allergic rhinitis comprises upper-respiratory reactions caused by common substances you inhale naturally. These substances occur in both the indoor and outdoor environment, and they include things such as pet dander, mold, dust, smoke, and exhaust Read More

How long does it take to have an allergic reaction to a bee sting?

Bee stings don’t usually cause a serious reaction in people who are not allergic to them. Usually, the venom injected by the bee will cause a reaction with symptoms, such as pain, redness, itching, and swelling in the bite location. These symptoms are considered mild or moderate. However, people who Read More