Ent and Allergy Specialists

Avoidance Avoidance of a known environmental or seasonal allergy is the most basic form of allergy therapy These allergens may include tree pollen, grass and weed pollen, dust mites, animal dander and mold. Examples of avoidance measures include but are not limited to allergen-proof pillow and mattress covers to reduce exposure to dust mites, not letting pets into your bedroom if you are allergic to pet dander, or avoidance of outdoor activities during pollen season if tree, weed, or grass pollen is the offending agent. Try your best to avoid or minimize contact with your problematic allergens. Pharmacotherapy Unfortunately, avoidance alone may not always be effective and frequently difficult to adhere to. Over the counter and prescription allergy medications can be quite effective at soothing your immune system reaction and easing symptoms. These allergy treatment options can include oral medications such as antihistamines, nasal sprays, and eye drops. Medications can control allergy

Warmer weather, days spent at the park and long bike rides with your family more is a beautiful thing, until your allergies start to flare up. Allergy season is just starting. We encourage you to be proactive about your allergies rather than reactive. Allergens, usually harmless substances, can affect an immune response in an individual resulting in an allergic reaction. These allergens can come in the form of pollen, mold spores, dust mites, pet dander, and more. When an allergen enters the eyes, the lining of the nose or lungs the allergic reaction occurs, and symptoms begin to appear. Symptoms may include itchy eyes, watery eyes, itchy ears, sneezing, nasal discharge, congestion, headaches, fatigue, sinus infections, and dizziness. Allergic rhinitis is also usually associated with asthma. While irritating, environmental allergies can have a very negative impact on the quality of life, causing restless nights of sleep, missing family functions and having to call out of work. What cau