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Spring Cleaning for Allergies: Lowcountry Home Edition
Here in Charleston, our mild winters mean dust, pollen and moisture buildup inside our homes, which needs to be dealt with if you want to get ahead of allergy symptoms. It also means that the…
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What Happens After an Allergy Diagnosis
You scheduled an allergy test, and now you have a diagnosis of what exactly is causing your allergy symptoms: congratulations! This kind of knowledge brings clarity and peace of mind, and it informs your next…
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Staying on Top of Allergy Shots in the Winter
If you’re taking allergy shots, you’re aware of their importance in maintaining and alleviating allergies. Whether you’re in the build-up phase or the maintenance phase, it’s critical to be consistent with your allergist visits. However,…
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Should I Get Allergy Tested?
Allergy testing is a valuable assessment of what allergens (which are substances that cause allergic reactions), if any, you have a sensitivity to. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost 32% of…
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How Indoor Heating May Be Impacting Your Sinus Health
As we head into winter and temperatures outside get colder, you’ll most likely turn your home heater on more frequently. Many people, however, notice that they experience sinus issues, such as congestion or a runny…
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What You Need to Know About Allergies and Hunting Season
Crisp, fall air means the beginning of hunting season, but does it also mean the end of allergy season? Not necessarily. There are many potential allergy triggers you can be exposed to while hunting, and…
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Can Fall Leaves Trigger Allergies?
If you’re one of the nearly 26% of Americans with seasonal allergies, you probably are excited for fall and the end of allergy season. However, those gorgeous autumn leaves falling may signal a few more…
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What Is Ragweed?
Ragweed is a plant that grows all over the United States, and it’s especially common here in South Carolina and across the Eastern and Midwestern states. The stems of the plant look hairy, the leaves…
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Do Allergies Cause a Sore Throat?
Allergies cause some incredibly inconvenient and irritating symptoms: runny nose, itchy eyes, sneezing and sore throat are all common. A sore throat is characterized by a scratchy, dry feeling in the throat and often causes…
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What To Know About Managing Allergy Headaches
There are a lot of things that could contribute to a headache, from hunger and dehydration to stress or exhaustion. While these are the most frequently pinpointed causes, one more culprit you might not have…
