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Are You Allergic To Your Christmas Tree?
While putting up the Christmas tree brings about feelings of joy and merriment for many, you might find yourself experiencing sneezing fits, itching and nasal congestion instead. If this sounds familiar, you may be allergic to your Christmas tree. Is it Normal To Be Allergic to Your Christmas Tree? Research examining the prevalence of allergic…
What Is Oral Allergy Syndrome?
According to a 2015 study published in the International Dental Journal, “Oral allergy syndrome (OAS) is an allergic reaction that occurs after consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables in patients with allergy to pollen… Symptoms arise as a result of cross-reactivity between pollen and plant-derived food.” Below we review everything you need to know about…
How to Reduce Allergens in Your Kitchen
According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, “Many people with allergies often have more than one type of allergy. The most common indoor/outdoor allergy triggers are: tree pollen, grass pollen, and weed pollen, mold spores, dust mites, cockroaches, cat and dog dander, and rodent urine.” Unfortunately, many of these allergens can be found…
The Do’s & Don’ts of Allergies
According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, “An allergic reaction can cause coughing, sneezing, hives, rashes, itchy eyes, a runny nose, and a scratchy throat. In severe cases, it can cause low blood pressure, breathing trouble, asthma attacks, and even death if not treated promptly.” To prevent both mild and severe symptoms of…
Frequently Asked Questions During Your First Visit to an Allergist
Allergies are an incredibly common condition that affects people of all ages. According to the Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America, “more than 50 million people in the U.S. experience various types of allergies each year.” If you believe you might be suffering from allergies, you likely have some questions and concerns you’d like to…
Don’t Let Halloween Allergens Cause a Fright
Allergies are an incredibly common condition. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America states that more than 50 million people in the United States experience various allergies each year and that allergies are the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the country. If your child has skin or food allergies, Halloween may pose a…
Do Allergies Cause Body Aches?
When you think of allergies, you probably think of symptoms such as itchy eyes, congestion, runny nose, sneezing and hives. But did you know that allergies can also cause symptoms such as body aches? We review the connection below. What Causes Allergies? To understand how allergies cause body aches, it’s important to know what causes…
What Are the Symptoms of Fall Allergies?
For some people, fall means football games and pumpkin spiced everything. For others, it means sneezing and watery eyes every time they visit James Island County Park. If you find yourself in the latter camp, that may mean you have seasonal fall allergies. Let’s go over a few of the more common fall allergy symptoms,…
Charleston ENT & Allergy Welcomes Andrew Pappa, MD
Dr. Andrew Pappa comes to Charleston ENT & Allergy enthusiastic to help patients of all ages through the breadth of issues that can arise in the intricate anatomy of the head and neck. His general interest in the specialty and excitement to work closely with other departments fits seamlessly with Charleston ENT and Allergy’s approach…
Ways to Relieve Sinus Pressure
The sinuses are air-filled spaces in the face that are connected to your nasal passages. Their job is to moisturize the air you breathe as well as produce mucus that helps trap bacteria and foreign particles that are inhaled. However, they can sometimes become blocked, leading to sinus pressure. Below we review some strategies for…