How Immunotherapy Provides Long-Term Allergy Relief for Your Child
Allergies in children are common; over 30% of children have an allergy, making it one of the most common chronic diseases among children. 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 pediatric allergies and…
Allergy Shots vs. Allergy Drops: Which Is Right for You?
So you’ve met with an allergist and been recommended to start immunotherapy. This incredible treatment is a long-term allergy management plan that changes the way your body responds to allergens. Now it’s time to discuss whether you want to take your immunotherapy as allergy shots (subcutaneous immunotherapy, or SCIT) or allergy drops (sublingual immunotherapy, or…
What Is Sublingual Immunotherapy and Who Is It For?
For some people, allergies are a yearly nuisance. But for many others, allergies are debilitating or even life-threatening. Millions of allergy sufferers each year are recommended to try SubLingual ImmunoTherapy, or SLIT. Sublingual Immunotherapy Explained Allergy symptoms occur when a harmless substance, such as pollen or dust, enters the body and the immune system mistakes…
Allergic Rhinitis vs. Sinus Symptoms in Winter
Winter is known for sniffly noses. While this is sometimes associated with the common cold or other viruses, it can also come from an allergic reaction or sinus issues. Let’s talk more about these two options and how to tell them apart. What Is Allergic Rhinitis? Allergic rhinitis is the term for allergic reactions that…
Mold Allergies and Historic Homes and Apartment Buildings
Our beautiful city has a plethora of historic homes and buildings. If you’re lucky enough to own or live in one, you know that its vintage charm comes with both pros, such as the gorgeous architecture and character, and cons, especially if you suffer from allergies. As it happens, older homes and buildings can house…
Holiday House Prep for Allergy-Safe Gatherings
Holiday gatherings are in full swing! If you’re preparing to host a large party this year for New Year’s Eve, don’t neglect allergy precautions. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 20% of American adults have some type of allergy; chances are, someone on your guest list has an allergy…
What To Know About Pets and Allergies
We love our pets! Almost two-thirds of Americans own a pet, and nearly all pet owners consider their pets part of the family. For many, though, those beloved pets mean allergies. 10-20% of the population worldwide is affected by allergies to dogs and cats. Rabbits, hamsters, horses and other animals can trigger allergy symptoms too….
Pink Eye vs. Allergies: How To Tell the Difference
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…
What To Know About the Effect of Pollen on Your Skin
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…
How to Tell the Difference Between Allergies and Sensitivities
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…