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Thanks to books, the internet, and the expertise of allergists, there are some truths about allergies that are fairly widely known among the general public. However, there are also some myths about allergies that are widely believed (thanks to the internet, as well as word of mouth and old wives’ tales). Today, we’re on a… Continue reading Learn the Truth About These 8 Common Allergy Myths

What is an allergist, and when might you need to see one? That’s exactly what we’re here to answer today. What is an allergist? An allergist is a doctor who specializes in allergy treatment and immunology. Allergic reactions occur when the immune system overreacts to a stimulus that is usually harmless. These allergic reactions can… Continue reading What Does an Allergist Treat?

Are you wondering if you have a new skin allergy? There may be a few reasons why this is happening. It’s something most of us have experienced at one time or another: itchiness, redness, or scaling on our skin, seemingly out of nowhere. Could these be the symptoms of a skin allergy? And if so,… Continue reading Are You Experiencing New Skin Reactions, Like Itchiness or Scaling? There May Be a Few Reasons Why.

Most of us have dealt with at least one health issue during our lives. (If you haven’t, consider yourself very lucky!) And it isn’t uncommon to deal with more than one health issue at a time. So, what if you find yourself with both allergies and high blood pressure? Here’s what you need to know… Continue reading Can Allergies Affect Your Blood Pressure? Here’s What You Need To Know.

You know the symptoms: sneezing, nasal congestion, sinus pressure, runny nose, cough, scratchy throat, and red, itchy, watery eyes. These will all sound familiar if you suffer from pollen allergies. Every year, the pollen season feels longer and longer, so you suffer from these unpleasant symptoms for longer and longer. But is that all in… Continue reading The Surprising Way Climate Change Is Affecting Allergy Season

It’s official: summer is here! With the weather warming up, you may find yourself spending more time outdoors. If you enjoy spending time outside, you probably also know there are some parts of the outdoors you would rather avoid, such as bee stings. Here are some basic facts about bee stings, what to do if… Continue reading The Basics of Bee Stings—And When to Seek Professional Help

A runny or stuffy nose, a cough, and a sore throat? Those could be the symptoms of a common cold—or they could be symptoms of sinusitis. When sinusitis goes on for a long period of time, it is referred to as chronic sinusitis. Although you might think the symptoms are minor and can be handled… Continue reading Have Chronic Sinus Issues? Here’s What to Do

In early 2020, relatively little was known about the novel coronavirus. Over the past year, however, scientists have conducted numerous studies and put in hundreds of hours of research to better understand this virus that has caused a global pandemic. Doctors have also submitted and studied patient information to see how the virus affects people… Continue reading Do Chronic Allergies Affect COVID Outcomes?

Ear, nose, and throat (ENT) conditions and allergies can vary in severity from minor to very serious. With proper treatment, you could be back to your old self in just a few days if your issue is minor. For a more serious condition, however, you might be looking at a more lengthy recovery or a… Continue reading Why You Should Seek Help From An ENT Specialist

Does asthma have a season? Not really, since asthma attacks can be triggered at any time of the year. While triggers vary from person to person, however, many people suffer from more frequent and severe asthma symptoms in the spring. When a person with asthma is exposed to a trigger, their airways become inflamed, narrow,… Continue reading It’s Asthma Season! Here Are 5 Things That Can Trigger an Asthma Attack