Hi, I hope everyone is having a good spring. Last time I wrote about being tested for allergies. This time I will discuss a common question that I receive-treating allergies with allergy shots.
Allergy shots are typically given to patients whose allergies are not controlled by prescription medications for allergies. We usually like to try prescription medication first as allergy shots can be dangerous and require a lot of work for patients. In order to receive allergy shots, you...
Asthma and allergy shotsIn this entry, I would liketo comment on whether immunotherapy (allergy shots) can help control asthma. What are... Read more »
With all of the talk about peanut immunotherapy these days, you'd think that the cure for these life-threatening allergies was right around... Read more »
How far are you willing to go to treat your allergy and asthma problems? Would you allow your doctor to infect you with parasitic... Read more »
Although allergy pills such as anti-histamines treat the usual symptoms of allergies such as a runny nose, itchy eyes and sneezing, they do... Read more »
The good news is there are plenty of choices for allergy medicines and treatments. Pills are the traditional treatment, but there are also... Read more »
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