How Safe Are Allergy Shots for Children?
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….
How Allergies Can Affect Your Mood
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…
Is it Sinusitis or Allergies?
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: There are also several…
Should You Sleep With Your Pets?
A good night’s sleep is essential to our overall health and well-being. Everyone has different preferences for achieving quality sleep. Some people prefer softer mattresses, while others prefer firm. Similarly, some people prefer having their pets sleep in bed with them, while others don’t. Let’s examine some of the pros and cons of sharing a…
The Psychological Impact of COVID-19 on People With Asthma & Allergies
The Psychological Impact of COVID-19 on People With Asthma & Allergies Remember the summer of 2021 when it seemed like the end of the pandemic was in sight? It turns out COVID-19 had other plans. With each new variant wave, people’s mental health suffers more, as feelings of fear, worry and distress increase. But some…
Can Allergies Be the Cause of Frequent Ear Infections?
If you have allergies and experience frequent middle ear infections, you may be interested to learn that the two conditions are closely linked. In this post we review how to recognize an ear infection, why there’s a link between allergies and ear infections, and how to manage allergies. How to Recognize an Ear Infection If…
What Causes an Allergy Cough?
You might be inclined to associate a cough with a cold or respiratory virus. However, if you’ve had a persistent dry cough for several weeks, it may be a symptom of allergies. Let’s look at some of the common causes of an allergy cough, as well as treatment and prevention options. Causes of Allergy Cough…
What to Do for an Allergic Reaction
Allergic reactions are the result of your immune system deeming a normally-harmless substance as a threat and attacking it. During this attack, the antibody Immunoglobulin E is produced, which tells the cells to release histamine. Histamine is the cause of your itchy eyes, congestion and sneezing. While mild allergies can be managed with at-home remedies…
Recognizing the Four Types of Hypersensitive Reactions
Your immune system protects you from diseases, viruses and infections. However, sometimes it mistakes a harmless substance, like pollen at The Philadelphia Flower Market for a dangerous intruder and overreacts. This type of response is known as a hypersensitive reaction, of which there are four. We review how to recognize the four types of hypersensitive…
Is Your Headache Just Allergies or a Migraine?
Millions of Americans deal with allergies every year. If you are one of them, you are probably familiar with all the common symptoms, including: Some people with allergies also experience frequent headaches. They may assume that their headaches are caused by sinus pressure due to allergies. However, many may be suffering from a different condition…