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Allergy, Asthma and Sinusitis P.C
Our practice, Advanced Allergy, Asthma and Sinusitis P.C., is located in the heart of Manhattan, New York, just a block away from Grand Central Station. It is a new type of practice dedicated to providing the most up-to-date treatment for adult and pediatric patients with allergy, asthma, sinus disease or disorders of the immune system. We offer… Continue Reading
The Signs and Symptoms of Dust Allergy
A Brief Overview A tiny creature living in your room can cause big problems for you if you have asthma or allergies. You may not be able to see them, but you might get an allergic reaction to them. These are dust mites that live in many houses all over the globe. Dust Mites are… Continue Reading
Signs of Food Allergy you should never Ignore
Food allergies are formed when your body sends out chemicals to protect itself against a certain element. Exposure to certain types of food may trigger this reaction in your body and you will experience an anaphylactic shock or rashes, etc. In a recent study, the amount of children affected by food allergy symptoms exceeds that… Continue Reading
How to Tell the Difference between a Cold and Allergies
Are you the one who receive severe reparatory illness during a particular season? Well, it’s difficult to identify the underlying cause of your frequent illness. In fact, it is more challenging to assume that whether you are suffering from allergies or cold as in both of the cases, symptoms are quite similar to sneezing, coughing,… Continue Reading
When to See an Allergist
Obviously, the best cure for allergies is avoidance of certain activities. It might be difficult for you to recognize which things to stay away from and which not. An example can be the flowering trees so that you are free from the symptoms without any medication. It is strongly recommended by health professionals to visit… Continue Reading
How to Protect Yourself from Pollen
According to the latest research, one out of five people suffer from seasonal allergy, i.e., pollen. This happens when your body reacts to an outdoor allergen. Usually, the pollen of insect-pollinated plants, such as grasses, trees, and weeds are the most common causes of this problem. Over-exposure to pollen can lead to many problems. The… Continue Reading
Are Food Allergies Contagious?
What Are Food Allergies? A food allergy occurs when the body’s immune system mistakenly identifies certain foods as harmful. This overreaction can lead to a variety of symptoms, ranging from mild to severe. Unlike many other health conditions, food allergies can develop at any age, including adulthood. Food allergies are NOT contagious conditions, but an… Continue Reading
The Most Evident Signs That You Are Allergic to Something
What is an Allergy? Allergies take place when your immune system reacts to a substance that is particularly not harmful to the body. These substances are called allergens, and they mainly include foods, pet dander, or pollen. The job of your immune system is to fight against harmful diseases and keep your body healthy. The… Continue Reading
How to Choose the Right Allergist
What is an Allergist? An allergist is a certified doctor who is specializes in dealing with asthma, immune-deficiency and people with severe or mild allergies. They can help quickly diagnose your allergies, evaluate and identify symptoms and prescribe a treatment plan to help you steer clear of suffering an allergic reaction. The most common way… Continue Reading
Fact of allergies
Many factors are responsible for experiencing an allergic reaction – and one of the most prominent causes of allergic reaction is seasonal variation and a change in crop pattern, which results in more pollination. We develop immune deficiency syndrome by contaminant and germs. But the presence of persistent air pollutants and particulates always remains on… Continue Reading
An Overview of the Most Common Types of Allergies
Allergy – An Overview Your body comes across a situation where your immune system sees a substance as harmful. Such situation is known as allergy. However, this is not the case as that substance is not harmful. The immune system reacts, and you may suffer from an allergy. You can suffer from a large number… Continue Reading
5 Reasons You Should See an Allergist
What Is An Allergy? Allergy is the responsive action of the body against non-floral invaders. When a foreign particle (bacteria, virus) enter the body, our immune response activate and release certain enzymes and chemical substances that disrupt their activity. In doing so, the released nitrogenous compound called histamine causes a variety of symptoms such as… Continue Reading
The 5 Most Common Types of Allergies
Approximately 50 million Americans are allergic to something – be it peanuts, pollen, or animal dander. However, not all allergies are same by nature; their symptoms differ depending on the allergen, the seriousness of the immune response, and the way the allergen comes in contact with the body. Here is a rundown of 5 most… Continue Reading
What You Shouldn’t Do After an Allergy Attack
Everyone has different body structures. Some have better immune systems while others are susceptible to allergies that can affect their daily functioning. Yes, allergies can happen to everyone and anyone depending on the substance that triggers the reaction. All of us have faced an event in our lives where we were allergic from an entirely… Continue Reading
What to Expect from an Allergy Test
Have you ever wondered what an allergy test is like? Are you scared that the doctor might inject you several times? Are you frightened that the allergy might never go away? Doctors usually make sure that patients feel comfortable when they come for allergy tests. They prepare a file in which they note down the… Continue Reading
How to Select the Right Allergist
An allergist is a professional trained to identify the source of your allergy’s symptoms, treat it and help you feel better again. If you need to see an allergist, you possibly have already seen your primary healthcare doctor and may have already undergone some kind of medical testing. However, finding the right allergist can seem… Continue Reading
The Common Causes of Food Allergies
An allergy occurs when the immune system becomes suddenly reactive to a particular substance that is not detrimental to most individuals. In the case of food allergies, the body adversely reacts to a certain food protein. For some people, an allergic reaction to a particular food may be uncomfortable but not serious. For other people,… Continue Reading
Common Signs and Symptoms that You Have an Allergy
Allergy symptoms occur when a person’s immune system overreacts to something that is innocuous to most people. It sparks a reaction in anyone who is sensitive to it. This ‘something’ is referred to as an allergen. Allergies are usually seasonal (intensifying during certain times of the year, like pollen allergies in springtime, but can also… Continue Reading
Avoidable Allergy Triggers
Many of the allergies we get start in winter and are at their height during spring. Most people are not aware of how many allergens are present at our homes and that is why we get sick more often in winter than any other season. You share the same room with bacteria that can adversely… Continue Reading
What Does an Allergist Do?
Do You Need To See An Allergist? An allergist is a physician who has specialized training in the diagnosis and treatment of asthma, allergic conditions, and immune system diseases such as chronic cold, atopic dermatitis, bronchitis, allergic rhinitis, etc. Allergists are trained to not only identify and treat, but also manage and prevent immune system… Continue Reading
Hidden Allergens around the House
Ever wonder why you suddenly got that rash upon waking up in the morning? Or why was it that you were coughing so much the night before? Do you often have swollen cheeks? Each individual has a unique medical situation handed to them when they come into contact with certain substances. These substances cause their… Continue Reading
How to Prepare for a Visit to Your Allergist?
If you have decided to seek professional help in managing your allergy symptoms, it is time to see an allergist. Before scheduling an appointment, you must know the general tips regarding how to prepare for your first visit. Refer to the guide below to get started. When to see an Allergist? People often deal with… Continue Reading
When is It Time to See an Allergist?
It is not uncommon for individuals to suffer year after year with symptoms that affect the quality of their life. Allergy symptoms are very common and can often be controlled fairly easily with over-the-counter medication. At other times, however, there’s more to the treatment than that. This is when you’ll need a professional to step… Continue Reading
Are You At High Risk For A Latex Allergy?
Allergies are commonplace in modern society. In fact, in some cases, the numbers are actually increasing annually. The allergies are of different types – although all are a form of autoimmune system response. Some such as food allergies are very common; others such as allergic reactions to latex are not. Yet, while the risk for… Continue Reading
Five Signs Of Eye Allergies
In the United States, statistics indicate approximately 20% of the population exhibit signs of allergies. Of this amount, about 50% have eye allergies or allergic conjunctivitis, a condition that affects millions of Americans. Like a few other kinds of allergies, eye allergies rarely stand alone. They are often associated with such conditions as hay fever… Continue Reading
What Is The Difference Between A Normal And Allergic Reaction To An Insect Bite/Sting?
Every year, 40 deaths in the United States result from insect stings. This is the result of an allergic reaction to certain insects. Overall, estimates conclude that insect allergies affect around 5% of the American population. While this is a small percentage of the total, it nonetheless is a concern. While few people do not… Continue Reading
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