Category: Allergy

Getting a furry friend to cuddle and provide comfort during a global health crisis made sense to a lot of Americans. More than 23 million U.S. households—nearly one in five—adopted a pet during the pandemic.1  If you’re one of them, you may be dealing with an unexpected downside to pandemic pet ownership—newfound allergies.  More Time…

Have common allergy symptoms like runny nose, sneezing and itchy eyes or throat? You likely look forward to the winter months when these symptoms typically subside.  While you may not be thinking about your allergies much during this time, it turns out that you should give them some thought—winter is an ideal time for allergy…

Fall should be full of pumpkin patch visits, apple-picking and outdoor football games, not the sneezes, sniffles and itchy, watery eyes that you may experience if you have allergic rhinitis (hay fever). However, you can take steps to stop these annoying symptoms by seeking allergy treatment from an ENT physician.   The Pros and Cons of…

Suppose your child experiences watery eyes and a runny nose every time they play at Broughton Park. In that case, they may benefit from treating their allergies with sublingual immunotherapy, otherwise known as allergy drops. What is Immunotherapy? Immunotherapy is a form of treatment that builds tolerance to an allergen by introducing it to the…

Each year, does it seem like your eyes are getting itchier, your nose is getting runnier and your sinuses are getting stuffier? If so, you’re not just imagining things. Recent research has found that pollen season is growing longer and more severe, thanks to climate change. Longer Growing Season Increases Airborne Pollen Climate change creates…

If your child develops a rash after eating certain foods or a runny nose after playing outside in springtime, it might be time to get them tested for allergies. While allergy tests are safe and not painful, they can still make children (and parents) feel anxious. Let’s look at what to expect and how you can…

You probably know the classic signs of hay fever, like a runny nose, congestion and watery eyes. In addition, some people experience a rash or skin irritation as one of their symptoms. What is Hay Fever? Hay fever is also known as allergic rhinitis. It occurs when your immune system mistakes something harmless in the…

Does your child experience itchy eyes, runny nose, sneezing and/or wheezing after spending time at Bardascino Park? If so, they may benefit from immunotherapy, more commonly referred to as allergy shots. If your child’s allergist has mentioned allergy shots, you may have a lot of questions regarding their safety. We answer these common questions below….

Research has shown that having allergies can cause higher rates of depression, anxiety, sleep disturbance and possibly even an increased risk of suicide. Let’s examine why allergies can affect your mood, as well as solutions to help improve your mental health. Allergy Symptoms Take a Toll on Mental Health Allergies can cause a variety of…

Allergies and sinusitis are two conditions that can cause many similar symptoms. However, they are not the same, and knowing the difference between the two is essential to obtaining proper treatment and getting back to feeling your best. Symptoms and Differences There is overlap in symptoms between the two conditions, including: Nasal congestion Runny nose…