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    posted 01/28/2009, comments (0)

    Allergic Rhinitis: Five Mid-Winter Survival Tips

    The "dog days" of winter means more than bone-chilling cold weather and snow. Although people with seasonal allergy problems tend to favor this time of the year, perennial allergy sufferers and those with non-allergic rhinitis are currently singing the blues. What is it about mid-winter that brings on so many sinus complaints?   Here are... Read moreChevron
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    Puppies may protect against allergies

    Did you see this headline from London's The Times? "Why puppy love can give your children a healthy start in life." Health Central also linked to the story stateside. The article says that based on a longitudinal study conducted over 6 six years and with 9,000 participants, children who grew up with dogs in their household (not merely visiting... Read moreChevron
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    Allergies and Pets: Tough Love?

    "Dr. Thompson, my child really wants a dog and we are considering bringing one home soon. His skin test was negative to dog and we have done dust mite controls for his dust allergy, which helped. Is it okay?"This is a common question allergists hear throughout the year from parents. Let's say you or your children have allergy... Read moreChevron
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    Dog Allergy Questions

    We purchased a puppy for x-mas this year.  Our kids had asthma when they were small but have not had any episodes for at least 5 years.  My questions are:  If you have a dog and have some level of allergy symptoms can it make colds/virus' worse?  Do allergens build up and you have a reaction or should you see an... Read moreChevron
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