The oak pollen season has come to Tampa, and it is important that you are prepared if you have a tree pollen allergy. Allergies do not always present themselves with a runny nose and sneezing. One way that tree pollen allergy can manifest is with allergic conjunctivitis. Here is what it is, the symptoms, and […]
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Tree Pollen Alert: Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms and Treatment
Many people do not think about tree pollen or allergies until early spring.however, with oak pollen begins to be a problem in Tampa as early as December, and the season lasts until May. You may already be getting some symptoms of allergic rhinitis, allergy symptoms affecting the nose, as pollen counts in the area are […]
How Immunotherapy Can Help Venom Hypersensitivity
Venom hypersensitivity, or allergic reactions to bees, wasps, and other stinging insects, is a common problem. This condition may require the patient to carry an epinephrine pen or autoinjector for emergencies, and it can mean trips to the emergency room when stung. Luckily, there is a treatment available to decrease or eliminate venom hypersensitivity. It […]
Common Treatments for Severe Asthma
Asthma is a chronic condition due to airway inflammation. All asthma patients should have a rescue inhaler or nebulizer to use as needed. Most asthma sufferers also take a controller medication daily. In some cases, asthma symptoms are severe or difficult to treat and additional measures may be necessary. Acute Asthma Flares Acute asthma flares […]
What to Do If You Suspect an Allergy to Medication
Over the course of our lives, we take medications for different reasons, even if we are healthy in general. Medications can cause a lot of different side effects, including rashes and other symptoms that may make you think you are having an allergic reaction. In truth, only about 5 to 10 percent of adverse reactions […]
