Allergy and Asthma Insights Blog

07.01.2025

Colorado’s summers are no stranger to two respiratory challenges: wildfire smoke and seasonal allergens. While each can affect your breathing on its own, together they create a compounded risk...

06.02.2025

Living in Colorado means enjoying blue skies, scenic hikes, and fresh mountain air, but for allergy sufferers, these warmer months can be a challenge. From tree pollen to grass...

05.05.2025

Atopic dermatitis—commonly known as eczema—is a chronic skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and inflamed skin. It often begins in childhood, as early as a few months of age,...

04.09.2025

Colorado’s breathtaking mountain views and outdoor lifestyle come with a unique challenge—high altitude. For those with allergies and asthma, the state’s elevation can have a noticeable impact on symptoms....

03.05.2025

Spring in Colorado is a time of renewal, with trees budding and flowers blooming. However, for allergy sufferers, this season also means sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Understanding the...

02.05.2025 | Monica B. Reddy, MD

The US Food and Drug administration recently approved Neffy, an epinephrine nasal spray, for the treatment of allergic reactions and anaphylaxis in adult and pediatric patients weighing at least...

02.04.2025

Valentine’s Day is a time for love and celebration, but for those with allergies, certain gifts can trigger uncomfortable or even dangerous reactions. Perfumes, flowers, and chocolates are common...

01.21.2025

Colorado’s winters are stunning, but for those with allergies, asthma, or respiratory conditions, they can also bring unique challenges. The cold, dry air, and indoor allergens can exacerbate symptoms....

12.18.2024

The holiday season is filled with joy, gatherings, and celebrations. But for allergy sufferers, it can also bring sneezes, itchy eyes, and discomfort, especially in indoor settings. Dust, mold,...

07.11.2024 | Nicole A. Mezo, PA-C

Perioral dermatitis (POD), also known as periorificial dermatitis, is an inflammatory skin condition that can present as small, red bumps around the mouth, in the folds of the nose,...

05.29.2024

Spending time outside during the summer with severe allergies can be challenging, but with some planning and precautions, you can still enjoy the outdoors. Here are some steps you...

05.08.2024 | Nicole A. Mezo, PA-C

It’s true, you can be allergic to exercise. Exercise induced anaphylaxis is a rare condition where a person has a severe allergic reaction due to exercise.  Symptoms may include...