Allergens are substances that are usually proteins or protein-carbohydrate compounds but sometimes are chemicals. Environmental allergens have been identified and… Read more About Allergens
Patient Education Articles
About Allergies
While some people think their allergies represent a “weak immune system,” that is usually not the case. In fact, most… Read more About Allergies
Allergy and the Vocal Performer
Allergic respiratory conditions pose problems for singers in many ways: Drainage of nasal secretions onto the vocal cords Coughing fits… Read more Allergy and the Vocal Performer
Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis is a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. Symptoms may include hives, swelling of the face, neck or throat, asthma (wheezing,… Read more Anaphylaxis
Angioedema
Angioedema is swelling due to leakage of fluid from local blood vessels. It may be broken down into 2 main… Read more Angioedema
Asthma
What is Asthma? Asthma is a lung disease affecting the small airways. You can think the lungs as an inverted… Read more Asthma
Chronic Sinusitis
Symptoms Symptoms of chronic sinusitis may be severe or subtle. Some patients simply have chronic fatigue and a post nasal… Read more Chronic Sinusitis
Cough
Chronic coughing can cause embarrassment and social isolation even when not in the midst of a pandemic. Unfortunately over-the-counter and… Read more Cough
Don’t Let the Bed Bugs Bite
We’re in the midst of a bed bug epidemic and it seems to be a global problem. The bedbug, Cimex… Read more Don’t Let the Bed Bugs Bite
Drug Allergies
Drugs can cause a variety of common allergic reactions of which a rash is the most common. Antibiotics and aspirin-like… Read more Drug Allergies
Food Allergies: General Information
Food allergies often cause itching of some form—either the mouth and throat while the food with the first few bites… Read more Food Allergies: General Information
Is it a cold or the flu?
Symptoms Cold Flu fever rare characteristic, high (102-104F); lasts 3-4 days headache rare prominent general aches, pains slight usual; often… Read more Is it a cold or the flu?
Latex Allergy
Allergy to proteins in natural rubber latex became a significant concern by the late 1980s. Fortunately however, the epidemic of… Read more Latex Allergy
Mosquito Allergy
Are you a mosquito magnet? Subtle variations in heat, movement and the carbon dioxide in our exhaled breath may explain… Read more Mosquito Allergy
Nasal Polyps
Nasal polyps are soft, jelly-like overgrowths of the lining of the sinuses. They look like grapes on the end of… Read more Nasal Polyps
Office Coronavirus Protocols
SAFETY: Your health is our first priority. We have a number of office protocols in place including sanitizing rooms and… Read more Office Coronavirus Protocols
Pregnancy and Asthma
Classic teaching is the rule of thirds in female asthmatics during pregnancy: 1/3 get better, 1/3 get worse and 1/3… Read more Pregnancy and Asthma
Seasonal, Dust & Pet Allergy
Nasal symptoms can be seasonal (hayfever due to pollen), perennial (due to dust mites, pets or molds) or both. Symptoms… Read more Seasonal, Dust & Pet Allergy
Skin Allergy
A rash could be a condition such as eczema or psoriasis or due to a food, medication, chemical exposure or… Read more Skin Allergy
Stinging Insect Allergy
Insect stings are a major cause of anaphylaxis in the US. Approximately 4% of adults in the USA report systemic… Read more Stinging Insect Allergy