Fever
Read the full articleSome people believe that allergies can cause a fever, but that isn’t true!… Sign of Allergies Hay fever (also called allergic rhinitis) is a common allergy, and despite the name, it isn’t a reaction to hay and doesn’t cause a fever. Hay fever symptoms include…

Fatigue
Read the full articleAn allergic reaction can release chemicals in your body that cause fatigue.… Signs of Allergies When you think about allergy symptoms, what probably comes to mind is sneezing, sniffling and itchy eyes. You might not think of sleeplessness or fatigue from allergies. And while everyone…

Eye Symptoms
Read the full articleWhile most people treat nasal allergy symptoms, they often ignore their itchy, red, watery eyes.… Signs of Allergies If your eyes are itchy, red, tearing or burning, pay attention to what they may be telling you. You may have eye allergies, or allergic conjunctivitis, a…

Cough
Read the full articleIf you have a chronic dry cough (a cough that has lasted for more than three weeks), it may be… Signs of Allergies Most people have experienced a cough caused by a cold or flu — the kind of cough that comes on strong for…

Pregnancy and Allergy
Read the full articlePractical 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…

Children
Read the full articleA child who sneezes or coughs a lot, who frequently develops a rash or hives, or who gets a stomachache,… No parent wants to see their child suffer. Any child can develop allergies, but they are more common in children from families with a history…

Contact Dermatitis
Read the full articleContact dermatitis occurs when skin touches something that a person is sensitive or allergic to, such as poison ivy, perfume,… Overview Do you develop red, itchy bumps around your ankles hours after hiking through the woods? Did a rash appear on your neck after you…

Pine Tree "Allergy"
Read the full articleWhile pine tree allergy is relatively uncommon, there are two main allergens of concern that come from pine trees.… Overview While pine tree allergy is relatively uncommon, there are two main allergens of concern that come from pine trees: pine nuts and pine pollen. Pine…

Mold Allergies
Read the full articleMolds live everywhere—on logs and on fallen leaves, and in moist places like bathrooms and kitchens. Some people are allergic… Overview Mold allergies can be tough to outrun. The fungus can grow in your basement, in your bathroom, in the cabinet under your sink where…

Latex Allergy
Read the full articleAllergic reactions to latex may be serious and can very rarely be fatal. If you have latex allergy you should… Overview Allergists are specially trained to help you take control of your allergies and asthma, so you can live the life you want. If you…

Wheat
Read the full articleIf you notice certain symptoms after eating cereal, bread or pasta — for instance, if you develop hives or a… Overview Wheat allergies, like hay fever and other allergies, develop when the body’s immune system becomes sensitized and overreacts to something in the environment — in this…

Shellfish
Read the full articleIf your mouth itches, or if you develop hives or a stomachache after eating crab, lobster or other shellfish, you… Overview Shellfish is among the most common food allergens. A shellfish allergy is different from an allergy to fish. Those who are allergic to shellfish do…

Allergies 101
Read the full articleAllergies are very common in both children and adults.… What are allergies? Allergies occur when your immune system reacts to an “allergen” -- a usually-harmless foreign substance such as dust, pollen, pet dander, or food. Your immune system responds to these allergens by trying to…

Milk & Dairy
Read the full articleMilk: It’s good for your health and good for bone strength. It’s also one of the most common food allergens,… Overview You might be surprised to learn that between 2% and 3% of children younger than 3 years old are allergic to milk. Although experts…

Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES)
Read the full articleFood protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome (FPIES) is a type of gastrointestinal food allergy that affects mostly infants and young children.… Overview Food Protein Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES) is a type of non-IgE mediated food allergy that can present with severe vomiting, diarrhea and dehydration. Like other…

Fish
Read the full articleWhile less common in the general population than other types of food allergies, an allergy to finned fish is a… Overview Do you suspect that you’ve recently developed a fish allergy? Unlike other food allergies, which are typically first observed in babies and young children,…

Egg
Read the full articleIf you develop hives or other physical symptoms after eating eggs, you may have an egg allergy — one of… Overview If you feel like you always get sick with a rash or stomach pains after eating eggs, it’s time to see an allergist. Egg allergy…

Nuevo estudio muestra que los latinos con COVID-19 tenían una mayor probabilidad de presentar exacerbaciones del asma
Read the full articleLos resultados también mostraron que los latinos tienen una mayor probabilidad de tener padecimientos durante períodos más largos después de la infección de la COVID-19 NUEVA ORLEANS (5 de noviembre de 2021). Estudios han demostrado que las poblaciones minoritarias sufrieron tasas más altas…

New Study Shows Latinos with COVID-19 Had Higher Probability of Developing Asthma Exacerbations
Read the full articleResults also showed greater chance of Latinos suffering for longer periods after COVID-19 infection NEW ORLEANS (November 5, 2021) – Studies have shown minority populations suffered higher rates of COVID-19 infections throughout the pandemic. A new study being presented at this year’s…

Speaking Points Regarding Severe Pruritis After Stopping Certain Antihistamines
Read the full articleThe FDA has issued an alert regarding a rare but serious side effect after discontinuing long-term use of cetirizine and… On May 16, 2025, the FDA issued an alert regarding a rare but serious side effect (severe itching) after discontinuing long-term use of cetirizine…

COVID-19 Response
Read the full articleCOVID-19 Resource Center Our COVID-19 Resource Center has the information you need. Access clinical and practice management information, patient resources,… COVID-19 Resource Center Our COVID-19 Resource Center has the information you need. Access clinical and practice management information, patient resources, telemedicine help, and more. Visit…

Update – ACAAI Payer Education Campaign
Read the full articleThe College’s Advocacy Council has taken a multi-faceted approach to payers’ burdensome and unreasonable requests and policy changes.… The College’s Advocacy Council has taken a multi-faceted approach to payers’ burdensome and unreasonable requests and policy changes that hinder the ability of patients with allergic…

ACAAI Annals Fellow-in-Training Award Program
Read the full articleThe FIT Awards are for an original research or review paper written by a fellow-in-training (FIT) with the FIT as… The future of our specialty is our Fellows-in-Training (FITs), and Annals is proud to be able to recognize outstanding FITs for their contributions to…

Social Media Subcommittee
Read the full articleThe Social Media Subcommittee works with the Public Relations Committee to enhance the College’s messaging and outreach via social media… The Social Media Subcommittee works with the Public Relations Committee to enhance the College’s messaging and outreach via social media channels to raise public awareness…

Public Relations Committee
Read the full articleThe Public Relations Committee facilitates effective messaging and implements programs for key public stakeholder groups through the College’s various communications… The Public Relations Committee facilitates effective messaging and implements programs for key public stakeholder groups through the College’s various communications channels, including media relations.…

Draft IEI Parameter for Review!
Read the full articleThis is your opportunity to comment on guidelines that shape the specialty.… When practice parameters are developed by the Joint Task Force on Practice Parameters (JTFPP), ACAAI members have the opportunity to review and comment on the drafts. The IEI document was developed by…

Billing, Coding & Payments
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House Reconciliation Bill impact on allergists
Read the full articleThe Senate is expected to make changes. The policies summarized could be changed in future compromises between the House and… The House Energy and Commerce (E&C) Committee advanced its section of the House budget reconciliation bill, which includes major changes to both Medicare and…

Explore asthma, viral respiratory infections and more
Read the full articleThis issue of AllergyWatch includes articles about the use of IVIG for immunocompromised patients with viral respiratory infections and… AllergyWatch reviews recent articles related to our specialty in a concise and efficient manner to serve up the information you need quickly. Read about important…

The College supports the CPT definition of a “dose”
Read the full articleWe explained the background of immunotherapy and the confusion that can arise when two definitions describe the same procedure.… The College and the ACAAI Advocacy Council recently wrote to CMS Administrator Mehmet Oz, MD, requesting that Medicare rescind its current definition of the 1…

Planning is underway for the ACAAI 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting
Read the full articleWe’ll be bringing you a high-energy conference with ideas that you can take from the meeting right into your… We’re gearing up for an exciting ACAAI 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 6-10 in Orlando! As the leader in education for practicing allergists/immunologists, the College…

What can you do with unneeded, unopened medications?
Read the full articleSIRUM provides a platform for practices and patients to donate their surplus unopened, unexpired medications.… The College’s Practice Management Committee has requested that information about the following program be shared with ACAAI members. SIRUM provides a platform for practices and patients to donate their…

Allergen Extract Mixing Course 2025 Photos
Read the full articleThe Allergen Extract Mixing Course, held in Chicago on May 17, 2025, provided a full day of instruction and hands-on… The Allergen Extract Mixing Course, held in Chicago on May 17, 2025, provided a full day of instruction and hands-on exercises to teach participants the…

May 22 is the first annual World EoE Day
Read the full articleMay 22 has been designated as the first annual World EoE Day, part of National Eosinophil Awareness Week (May 18-24… May 22 has been designated as the first annual World EoE Day, part of National Eosinophil Awareness Week (May 18-24 in 2025). There is…

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