Category: Allergy

You may have heard the old wives’ tale that raw honey can be used to treat allergies. The idea is that, if you eat honey made in your local area, it will contain the pollen you’re reactive to and help you build up a tolerance to it. But is this true? We review the facts…

Asthma is a disease that affects your lungs, causing episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness and coughing. While asthma can be controlled by taking medications and avoiding triggers, a recent study has found that it may also be prevented by undergoing allergy immunotherapy. What Is Allergy Immunotherapy? Allergy immunotherapy is a long-term approach to treating…

Most people think of allergy season as occurring during just during spring and summer months. However, for many, allergy season is year-round. When and how long you experience allergy symptoms depends on what you’re allergic to and how often you’re exposed. Below we review everything you need to know about year-round allergies. What Is Allergic…

If you take a walk through the Audubon Swamp Garden, you’ll notice the plant life blooming in the springtime. While lovely to look at, if you have hay fever you won’t be looking forward to the sneezing, watery eyes and scratchy throat that come with the start of spring. Thankfully there are steps you can…

There’s nothing more important for parents than keeping their children safe. If your child’s allergist has recommended allergy shots to treat the symptoms they experience after visiting West Ashley Park, you may be wondering how safe this form of immunotherapy is. Below we review the safety of allergy shots for children. What Do Allergy Shots…

A stuffy nose and itchy, watery eyes don’t lend themselves to a good night’s rest. Let’s examine ways to better manage your nighttime allergy symptoms and improve your quality of sleep. Keep Allergy Triggers Out of the Bedroom Your allergy symptoms may be worse at night because you’re exposed to triggers, including: Dust mites. Dust…

Do you feel like your allergies are more severe and lasting longer than they used to? If so, you’re not imagining it; climate experts have found that allergy season is growing longer and the amount of pollen in the air is increasing. In this post, we review how this affects people with allergies. What the…

When you think of allergy symptoms, sneezing, nasal congestion, and itchy eyes probably come to mind. However, research has shown that chronic allergies can increase feelings of depression and fatigue as well. What the Research Says Several studies have examined the connection between allergies or allergy symptoms and mood disorders. A study published in 2019…

If you have nasal congestion that just won’t go away, you might not be sure if it’s allergies or sinusitis. While the conditions are similar, there are several indicators that can help you determine the cause of your congestion. What Other Symptoms Are You Having? If you are dealing with allergies, you are more likely…

If you or your child suffers from severe allergies or food allergies, you are likely vigilant about avoiding triggers and double-checking ingredients, like when you’re out to eat at a place like The Glass Onion. However, accidental exposure can happen which is why it’s essential to know how to properly use an epinephrine injector, commonly…