Category: Allergy

When your eyes look red and swollen, you want to know why. There are two common causes: pink eye and allergies. Let’s take a look at both causes and how to tell the difference to get prompt treatment. Pink Eye Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, is an inflammation of the membrane covering the white part of…

With warmer months come leisurely days spent outdoors at Albany Pine Bush Preserve, Washington Park or your own backyard. While this is a highlight of summer for many, it comes with a downside for many people—pollen. Most of us associate pollen with hay fever and itchy, watery eyes, but did you know pollen can also…

If you’ve ever sneezed your way through spring or felt drained after spending time around strong odors, you might wonder if you’re dealing with allergies, sensitivities or both. While the symptoms can overlap, the root causes and best ways to manage them are quite different. Learning how to tell them apart can help you take…

Allergies affect as many as 30% of adults and 40% of children in the United States. While some people may only experience occasional sneezing during allergy season, others could face severe reactions that require immediate medical intervention. Knowing what to do after an allergic reaction can make all the difference in ensuring safety and effective…

Spring is just around the corner, bringing sunny days and blooming flowers. While you’re adding spring cleaning, gardening and trips to the Albany County Farmers Market, you might want to consider one more item: managing your allergies. If you find yourself battling sneezes, itchy eyes and congestion this time of year, you’re not alone. Hay…

As spring unfolds, many look forward to the blooming flowers and warmer weather. Yet, this season also signals the resurgence of tree pollen allergies for countless individuals. This introduces an unwelcome mix of sneezing, itchy eyes and nasal congestion to over 100 million people in the United States annually. Tree pollen allergies stem from our…

Mold is an environmental allergy found both indoors and outdoors. It can cause a variety of health effects, or none, but it has been proven to cause allergic reactions or aggravate asthma symptoms for some. Allergic reactions occur when the body overreacts to a stimulus that wouldn’t normally be harmful and can present itself in…

The occasional nosebleed is a common occurrence. In fact, roughly 60% of people will have at least one nosebleed in their lifetime. They can be caused by a variety of factors, including allergies or taking an accidental elbow to the face while playing basketball at Arbor Hill Park. Nosebleeds are rarely serious enough to require…

Asthma is a lung condition that causes episodes where the airways narrow and produce extra mucus. This can cause symptoms such as trouble breathing, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing. Asthma can be managed by avoiding triggers, like pollen at Lincoln Park, and taking medications. Recent research shows it can also be prevented by undergoing…

As a parent, you might feel helpless when your child is suffering from allergies. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help them find relief. Below we review the best allergy treatment options, including avoidance, medications and immunotherapy. Practicing Avoidance Ideally, you can help you child manage their allergy symptoms by practicing avoidance of…