Can You Develop New Allergies as an Adult? Yes!
If you never had a problem with allergies growing up, but now find yourself experiencing watery eyes and a runny nose every time you take a walk through Hampton Park, you’re not alone. While allergies most commonly develop in childhood, people can develop new allergies well into adulthood. How Allergies Develop Allergies develop in two…
How to Handle Severe Allergies
Allergies are incredibly common. Up to 25% of the industrial world population is estimated to suffer from allergies. In most cases, allergies are relatively mild. They are annoying and can interfere with your day-to-day life. However, they do not pose a serious health consequence, and can often be managed with over-the-counter or prescription treatments. There…
How to Tell if It’s Allergies or Something Else
If you’re feeling under the weather, you’ll do what you can to try and feel better. But how you do this depends on what exactly is wrong. If it’s allergies, you’ll take an antihistamine, and if it’s a cold you’ll take some over-the-counter cold and flu medicine from Herold’s Pharmacy. Below we cover the causes…
Is Your Headache Allergies or a Migraine?
If you suffer from frequent allergies and also get headaches regularly, you might assume that your headaches are allergy-related and due to sinus pressure. However, many allergy sufferers who have headaches are actually experiencing migraines. That’s not to say that allergies and migraines aren’t related. People with migraines are more likely to have allergies and…
What is Allergic Bronchitis?
Do you suffer from a nagging cough that just won’t go away? While these days most of us are first inclined to associate a cough with COVID-19, many other conditions can cause chronic coughing. One common condition is allergic bronchitis or chronic bronchitis. Bronchitis is an inflammation of the bronchial tubes that carry air into…
What are Eye Allergies?
Do you think you might have eye allergies? If you are experiencing itchy, red or watery eyes on a persistent basis there’s a good chance you might be right. Let’s examine some of the common symptoms and triggers of eye allergies, as well as potential treatments. Quick Eye Allergy Facts Eye allergies, also known as…
What Are Dust Mite Allergies?
Many people mistakenly believe that allergy season lasts only during the spring and summer. But for people with dust mite allergies, allergy season is year-round. Below we review everything you need to know about dust mite allergies. What Are Dust Mites? Dust mites are microscopic bugs that belong to the arachnid family along with ticks…
Is It Allergies or the Delta Variant of COVID-19?
If you’ve got a stuffy nose, sore throat or a cough in this day and age, it could be something as benign as seasonal allergies or something as serious as the delta variant of COVID-19. Fortunately, there are ways to help you identify which condition you’re likely experiencing. In many cases, you can tell based…
Are Allergies Causing Your Congestion?
If you’ve had nasal congestion for more than a few days, it is likely due to one of two culprits: allergies or a sinus infection. Knowing which condition is behind this symptom is key to seeking appropriate treatment. Below we review how allergies and sinus infections cause congestion, how to tell the difference and how…
How to Tell if You’re Experiencing a Migraine or Allergies
It’s common for people with allergies to experience sinus headaches. Unfortunately, it’s also the case that people with allergies are more likely to get migraine headaches. Telling the difference between the two is key to getting the proper treatment. We review the similarities and differences below and provide an overview of treatment options. Similarities Between…