Many people have sensitivities or intolerances to certain foods, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they have allergies. Instead, true food allergies can cause various issues and can even be life-threatening. Keep reading to learn more.
Many people have sensitivities or intolerances to certain foods, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they have allergies. Instead, true food allergies can cause various issues and can even be life-threatening. Keep reading to learn more.
Learning you need a medical test can be scary. Fortunately, the ones used to measure lung function are painless, straightforward, and require little advanced preparation. Keep reading to see what to expect.
Do your allergies leave you tossing and turning at night? Whether you suffer from seasonal symptoms or problems all year long, this chronic condition can make it hard to catch those Zzzs. Fortunately, there are ways to get a good night’s sleep again.
“Penicillins” describe a group of antibiotics that treat bacterial infections. Their discovery changed the face of medicine and saved millions of lives. However, many people also mistakenly think they have a penicillin allergy. Read on to learn more.
Asthma triggers various uncomfortable symptoms that interfere with your ability to breathe. For some people, they can even be so severe they become life-threatening. So how do you know if you have asthma? Keep reading to find out.
Do you struggle with red and itchy skin? Do your eczema symptoms keep you awake at night? Unfortunately, you can’t cure eczema. However, immunotherapy could help. Keep reading to learn more about this allergy treatment.
Are you confused by what’s setting off your allergy symptoms? With so many potential triggers, it can feel overwhelming trying to identify a single cause! Fortunately, allergy testing can help get to the bottom of things.
Most people end up getting a cough from time to time. But how do you know when it requires medical attention? Keep reading to see when that nagging cough could be a sign of a problem.
Have you developed red or itchy welts on your body? Hives can range in size from small spots to large patches, vary from mild to severe, and occur for various reasons. Keep reading to learn about this skin reaction.
Do you suffer from allergy symptoms? Do you feel like your medications no longer help? Allergy shots can help reduce your sensitivity to certain triggers, making them a highly effective, long-term solution. Keep reading to learn more.
The last thing you want to do is risk-taking a medication you’re allergic to. However, estimates show that most people diagnosed with a penicillin allergy don’t have one. Here’s how to find out safely if you do — or don’t.
When it comes to measuring lung function, nothing beats spirometry. This standard test takes place during a routine office visit and can help diagnose or monitor breathing conditions like asthma. Keep reading to learn more.
Eczema does more than impact your skin; it also takes a toll on your self-confidence. Fortunately, there are ways to help get your eczema under control and manage your symptoms during flare-ups. Keep reading to learn more.
Thinking about immunotherapy but don’t want to wait three to six months to see results? It could be time to consider rush therapy. Keep reading to learn more.
There’s a lot of talk about food allergies these days. But true food allergies are very different from food sensitivities or intolerance. So how do you know if you have a problem? Keep reading to learn how to spot the signs.
Unlike biting insects such as mosquitoes, flies and fleas, stinging insects do not seek sustenance from humans. The sting of these insects is only used against people for self-defense or defense of their nest.
When you live with allergies, immunotherapy can offer long-term relief. But betting on traditional allergy shots can take several months to work. So when should you consider rush therapy options instead? Keep reading to learn more.
When it comes to asthma, there’s good news and bad news. That’s because there may not be a cure for this chronic condition, but it’s highly treatable. Treatments are so good you can now almost completely control your symptoms.
Having a food sensitivity or intolerance isn’t the same as a food allergy. However, learning to recognize an allergy’s signs and symptoms can help determine if you should see a specialist for a diagnosis.
Interested in finding long-term allergy relief but worried about safety? Allergy shots can help you ditch your medications by slowly desensitizing you to your triggers. Here’s how they provide safe and effective results.
Food allergies seem to be growing more common with every passing year. But how prevalent are they, and how likely are you to have an allergic reaction? Keep reading to learn more.
When it comes to hives, there could be more to your rash than meets the eye. Keep reading to learn about this common skin reaction and what could be to blame for your symptoms.
Tired of suffering from allergy symptoms because nothing seems to help anymore? You don’t have to hide from your allergy triggers; immunotherapy could help. Keep reading about allergy shots and how they can provide long-lasting relief.
Do you struggle with itchy, red, cracked, or inflamed skin? You could have eczema. Fortunately, understanding what’s causing your flare-ups can help keep your symptoms under control. Keep reading to learn more.
Have you been struggling with a clogged nose since turning up the AC? If you find yourself reaching for your tissues when you walk into a cold room, your air conditioning could be to blame. Keep reading to learn why.
Thousands of people need urgent medical care each year, and at least 90-100 die because of insect stings. But how do you know if you’re allergic to insects or if your reaction to a sting is cause for concern? Here’s what you need to know.
Looking to find ways to purify the air you breathe? Following these simple guidelines can help you pick the perfect solution, even when filtering wildfire smoke toxins from the air.
It’s hard to miss an allergic reaction to metals thanks to the itchy, red rash they often cause. But did you know that you can come in contact with metals without even knowing it? Keep reading to learn more.
Do you suffer from seasonal allergies? You’re not alone. Over 50 million Americans live with allergies, and it’s the 6th leading cause of chronic illness. Fortunately, taking the right steps now can keep your symptoms under control; learn how.
Once you reach adulthood, you might think you know your body. Then you start experiencing unusual symptoms after eating certain foods. Don’t panic. It could simply be a newly developed food allergy.
Winter can be brutal on your skin, especially if you have eczema. Learn 5 ways to prevent eczema flare-ups this winter so you can enjoy an itch-free season.
Are you tired of allergy symptoms that knock you off your feet? Does the mere thought of ragweed have you reaching for a tissue? Whether you have seasonal allergies or symptoms that last year-round, immunotherapy can provide relief once and for all.
Many people do not realize that allergy and asthma triggers lurk inside their homes.
Peanut allergy affects approximately 1% of children and adults in the United States and the prevalence is increasing.
Dr. Sullivan discusses increasing evidence indicating Ebola virus can be spread from an infected person to healthcare workers and others when a patient coughs.
Allergen immunotherapy, also known as allergy shots, can help people who suffer from allergic rhinitis (nasal allergy), allergic conjunctivitis, and allergic asthma caused by allergens such as pollen, mold, animal dander, and house dust mites.
On December 20, 2009, 32-year-old actress Brittany Murphy died of flu related complications in her Beverly Hills, California home.
Asthma is a disease of the lungs characterized by intense inflammation of the airways.
Special alert, if you have an EpiPen or EpiPen Jr device, check the lot number to ensure your pen isn’t on the recall list.
GlaxoSmithKline is voluntarily recalling more than 593,000 asthma inhalers in the U.S.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers and health care professionals about a voluntary recall of one lot of Montelukast Sodium Tablets