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Allergic asthma is triggered by allergens such as pollen, pets and dust.… immunotherapy, which is a preventive treatment that helps your body become less sensitive to specific allergens. This can be accomplished through two medications: allergy shots and sublingual tablets that dissolve under the tongue.…

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (August 10, 2021) – The end of summer means the beginning of fall allergy season. But you’ve… and to create a personal plan to help you lead the life you want to live. An allergist can also provide immunotherapy – allergy shots…

When the first signs of spring hit, it’s tempting to open windows for fresh air. However, that can make allergy… environmental control strategies, or longer-term solutions. For those seeking more lasting symptom control, allergen immunotherapy might be an option. Available as allergy shots or tablets,…

Allergists provide best care for those with asthma.… or hospital stays. Less need for quick-relief medicines. Minimized side effects from asthma medications. Treatment for your allergies may include immunotherapy (allergy shots).   Allergists are specialists at providing allergy shots, which can reduce sensitivity to the allergens…

If you suspect that your child has an allergy, finding its cause can put your son or daughter on the… for expert care and relief. An allergist can choose an appropriate method or combination of methods to make a diagnosis. If an allergy is found,…

An immunologist is a doctor who specializes in the immune system. They figure out if your immune system is too… blood tests and sometimes genetic tests to figure out what’s wrong. Create a treatment plan. This could include medicine, immunotherapy, or allergy shots. Offer long-term…

An allergy or asthma action plan doesn’t do any good if it’s not shared with the people who can act… what is causing symptoms and show you how to avoid triggers. For children with particularly bothersome allergies, an allergist may prescribe immunotherapy (allergy shots) which…

What about your child's health at school? Create a “health team” at school with teachers, coaches and nurses.… is up-to-date based on weight, height and other factors. For children with especially troublesome allergies, an allergist may prescribe immunotherapy (allergy shots or tablets) which can change…

Your allergist can help you decide which allergens to target.… ways to target your allergens is through immunotherapy.  Allergists are trained to identify your allergies and provide a personal treatment plan. Immunotherapy – allergy shots or tablets – is designed to target your exact triggers…

What are the signs you need to get your asthma under control?… asthma don’t recognize what well-controlled symptoms look like,” says allergist J. Allen Meadows, MD, president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI). “They think it’s the normal course of asthma…

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (February 22, 2022) – Spring allergies are a tale as old as time – but the ferocity with which they land can sometimes pack a surprise punch for those who suffer with allergy symptoms. “People still have Covid on their minds,”…

Practical tips for pregnant patients with asthma or other allergic conditions.… First comes excitement, then comes the worrying. Women have many things to think about when they’re pregnant. However, the most important thing to know is that asthma and other allergic problems are among the…

For those with allergic asthma, allergens like pollen, pet dander, dust mites, and mold trigger the inflammation that causes… FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (April 15 , 2025) – Did you know about 24 million people in the United States have asthma, representing roughly 8%…

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (January 24, 2023) – If you suffer from spring allergies, you may have had an allergist suggest… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (January 24, 2023) – If you suffer from spring allergies, you may have had an allergist suggest you start taking your allergy…

For many people, mid-February, around Valentine’s Day, is the ideal time to start your allergy medication routine.… (BPT) - Winter may not be over, but now is the time to prepare for spring allergies. As temperatures rise, pollen and other allergens will fill the air,…

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (June 8, 2022) – Summer hasn’t officially arrived, but the heat has already been turned up in many parts of the United States. That means allergy and asthma symptoms can feel particularly out of control. “People assume spring and fall are…

Seasonal allergies, like other types of allergies, develop when the body’s immune system overreacts to something in the environment, usually… Common Seasonal Allergy TriggersIf you sneeze and cough during certain times of the year, you may have seasonal allergies. However, occasional allergies aren’t something you…

The pollen season may be over, but wintertime offers plenty of challenges for anyone with allergies or asthma.… (BPT) - If you're wondering why you're sniffling and sneezing when you thought the worst of allergy season was behind you, don't be surprised. The pollen season…

If you or your child has persistent infections, unexplained inflammation, or symptoms that haven’t responded to typical care, early intervention… When your immune system is not working properly, it can lead to a variety of health problems. Some people get sick more often or take…

Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month is the ideal time to get word out on the different types of asthma, as… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (APRIL 17, 2024) – If you don’t have asthma, you may think all types of asthma look and act the same. You’d be…