Venom Allergy & Treatment
05.31.2023 | Heather Scott, PA-C
When you see a bee flying around the picnic table, are you the first one to jump up and run away? You are not alone! These stinging insects belong...
Read More >>05.31.2023 | Heather Scott, PA-C
When you see a bee flying around the picnic table, are you the first one to jump up and run away? You are not alone! These stinging insects belong...
Read More >>05.10.2023 | Heidi K. Bailey, PA-C
Asthma If you have asthma, having good control of your symptoms can have a significant impact on your quality of life. There are many different types of asthma, and...
Read More >>05.02.2023 | Alicia M. McCown, PA-C
One definition of anaphylaxis is “an acute allergic reaction to an antigen to which the body has become sensitive.” Let’s break down this definition and why it is so...
Read More >>04.26.2023 | Chad M. Lomas, MD
Over the years, I have been asked: Why do my allergy symptoms seem to get worse when it rains? Shouldn’t it be the opposite? Shouldn’t my allergies improve when...
Read More >>04.17.2023 | Anna K. Meyer, MD
With allergy season upon us, understanding the symptoms and management are important in the coming months. As an allergist, I know how challenging it can be for patients to...
Read More >>03.29.2023 | Evelyn Wang, MD
There are various types of over the counter nasal sprays that serve different purposes. Some common types of nasal sprays include: 1. Saline nasal sprays: These are simple saltwater...
Read More >>03.08.2023 | Nicole A. Mezo, PA-C
What is an eosinophil? Eosinophils are a cell of the immune system that are found in inflammatory processes, especially allergic diseases. They move to inflamed areas, capture substances, and...
Read More >>02.06.2023 | Kelly Hersh, FNP-BC
Some patients can be very surprised to find out that they are completely negative on allergy testing, especially if they have been struggling with chronic nasal congestion, sneezing, runny...
Read More >>12.12.2022 | Desmond Horst
I was at the school cafeteria trading lunches with my friends, and my friend gave me what looked like a normal pretzel, but it was a peanut butter pretzel....
Read More >>11.29.2022 | Chad M. Lomas, MD
Immunoglobulin G (IgG) is the most numerous type of antibody found in the blood and plays a huge role in defending us against infections. IgG does this in multiple...
Read More >>11.02.2022 | Evelyn Wang, MD
DO: Bathe daily Previously it was thought that bathing would only dry out eczematous skin. But now we know replacing the moisture lost through our skin barrier is important,...
Read More >>11.01.2022 | Nicole A. Mezo, PA-C
What is it? Food Protein Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES) is a non-IgE mediated food-induced allergy that affects the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The condition typically starts in infancy and can...
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