While avoidance therapy may control allergy symptoms, many allergy sufferers will require treatment. There are two types of allergy treatment: Medication (that is self-administered) and Allergy Injection Therapy. There are several medications available to help manage allergy symptoms. Allergy medications reduce your reaction to allergens. Here’s a summary of various types of allergy medications. Antihistamines block…
Commonnly called “spring fever,” “rose fever,” or “hay fever,” allergic rhinitis is an inflammation of the inside of the nose when it is exposed to an allergic trigger. Triggered by pollen, seasonal allergic rhinitis affects over 35 million Americans each year. Pollen is composed of tiny microscopic cells of flowering plants. You can recognize…
Lisa Katz Buglino, D.O. Did you know that the beginning of the school year is when most children with asthma have a flare of their symptoms? Not only is asthma one of the most common diseases of childhood, but it is also one of the most common reasons why children miss school. Despite better understanding and improved…
Rose Marie Mathew, DO Seasonal allergies and sinus infections are often to blame for those who deal with chronic recurring headaches. Though it may be difficult to initially determine the exact cause of headaches, a good history and physical from your physician may be needed to help diagnose the cause of your pain. Headaches are…