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While the two may not seem related, studies show about two-thirds or more of those with asthma also have an… People who have allergies often also have asthma. And people with asthma often have allergies. While the two may not seem related, studies show…

What’s definitely not so fun for parents of kids with food allergies are the potential dangers lurking in Halloween candy… Bwahahahah. Haunted houses, witches, goblins and ghosts – lots of people love the shivers down the spine and scares that come along with Halloween.…

An allergy or asthma action plan doesn’t do any good if it’s not shared with the people who can act… You may have been thinking through your child’s back-to-school allergy plan since school let out last spring. But unless all the people your child…

We as allergists frequently see little children with frequent ear infections, and the real question is when should we worry… English Transcript Allergist Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, MD: We as allergists frequently see little children with frequent ear infections, and the real question is when should…

Eosinophilic esophagitis is an allergic disease of the esophagus where you start to get inflammation in the esophagus.… English Transcript Allergist Priya Bansal, MD: So let's learn a little bit about EoE, which we know as eosinophilic esophagitis. And eosinophilic esophagitis is an allergic…

Considered the most allergenic of all pollens, ragweed pops up throughout the East and Midwest starting in mid-August.… Once ragweed allergy season starts, it can feel like there’s no end in sight when it comes to fall allergy misery. Climate change is a big…

Overwhelming evidence has shown that a flu shot poses no greater risk to those with egg allergy than those… For many years, people with an egg allergy were told to avoid or take special precautions when getting a flu shot because most influenza vaccines…

The "Rule of Twos" in asthma is if somebody is well controlled per our guidelines.… English Transcript Allergist Steve Dorman, MD: The "Rule of Twos" inside asthma is if somebody is well controlled per our guidelines. They use the rescue inhaler less than two…

July 4th festivities means taking a few extra precautions to make the holiday safe, and sneeze- and wheeze-free.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (June 27, 2023) – This year, after several years of cancelled 4th of July events due to Covid-19, there’s a good chance your town…

Keep your green thumb, avoid the red nose.… Overview Wind-borne pollinating plants, including trees, grasses and weeds, are most likely to cause a seasonal allergic reaction. They produce pollen that is light and released in large quantities that can be easily inhaled. Allergy Offenders and…

As COVID-19 continues to impact people across the United States and the world, allergists hear concerns from their patients –… Overview Updated June 22, 2022 As COVID-19 continues to impact people across the United States and the world, allergists hear concerns from their patients…

Biologics are targeted against certain things that cause inflammation in the system. They are not steroids and not immunosuppressive.… English Transcript Allergist Syed Shahzad Mustafa, MD: A biologic is a medication that helps control asthma and other allergic conditions if individuals don't respond to…

If you're worried about having a food allergy, whether it's gluten or something else, you really should have reproducible symptoms… English Transcript Allergist David R. Stukus, MD: We always get questions about gluten allergy and other food allergies, and I always start with some…

You want to warm up your lungs and give them time to get ready to for your strenuous activity.… English Transcript Allergist Payel Gupta, MD: Exercise is very important for patients with asthma, because exercise can help your body improve its oxygen-carrying capacity. So…

When a child is around four months or so, they may be ready to have solid foods introduced.… English Transcript Allergist Angela Hogan, MD: So the first thing that I think would be most important for moms to remember that we still think breastfeeding…

Allergists can not only treat eczema with topical therapies, we can also help identify triggers of your eczema and help… English Transcript Allergist Kelly Maples, MD: Allergists are the perfect type of doctor to treat eczema or atopic dermatitis. Eczema is not just a…

The most important thing is for you to have a device that you can carry with you, you can afford,… Allergist Theresa A. Bingemann, MD: As an allergist, I often get asked about epinephrine delivery devices and this exact question: "Are they the same…

Individuals who have asthma who become pregnant should generally remain on their asthma medications because they are thought to be… English Transcript Allergist Syed Shahzad Mustafa, MD: Individuals who have asthma who become pregnant should generally remain on their asthma medications because they are…

Swimming is a great exercise for people with asthma and allergies, but what about the chlorine? Can you be allergic… Overview You can’t be allergic to chlorine, but you can be sensitive or have a reaction. If you are sensitive, should you stop swimming? No,…

If your child is diagnosed with asthma, an allergist can help them live an active, full life.… Overview Asthma is a common disease, affecting 6 million children in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. If asthma isn’t well-controlled, children…