Dust Allergies
Read the full articlePeople who have dust allergies are familiar with sneezing—but sneezing isn’t the only uncomfortable symptom. Dust allergies also give many… OverviewHome is supposed to be a comforting oasis, but for people with dust allergies the home can trigger uncomfortable symptoms. Oddly enough, allergy symptoms often…
Seasonal Allergies
Read the full articleSeasonal 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…
Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps
Read the full articleAn estimated 50 percent of patients with eosinophilic esophagitis also have seasonal allergies or asthma.… Supported by: Find expert care. If your son or daughter is struggling with eosinophilic esophagitis, take control and consult an allergist today. Find an Allergist Nasal Polyps Chronic rhinosinusitis with…
Pollen Allergies
Read the full articlePollens and molds can cause allergy and asthma symptoms, and you need to know what you’re allergic to so you… OverviewThere’s a reason the local news provides regular updates on pollen counts each spring: Tens of millions of Americans suffer allergy symptoms caused by exposure…
Pet Allergies
Read the full articleIf your nose runs, your eyes water or you start sneezing and wheezing after petting or playing with a dog… OverviewA pet allergy can contribute to constant allergy symptoms, as exposure can occur at work, school, day care or in other indoor environments, even if…
Allergy Symptoms
Read the full articleAllergy symptoms occur when your immune system overreacts to something that is harmless to most people but triggers a reaction… Are you suffering from allergy symptoms? Take back control of your life. Find out more about your symptoms and how an allergist can help you…
Who Gets Allergies?
Read the full articleAllergies tend to run in families. If you have allergies, it's very likely that at least one of your parents… Does someone in your family have allergies? If so, you might have allergies too. That’s because allergies are often hereditary. While allergies are more common…
Allergies
Read the full articleHave you ever felt like you or someone you know is constantly coughing and sneezing? When a cough isn’t just… Allergies are a major cause of illness in the United States. As many as 50 million people - about one in five - have allergies.…
When To See an Allergist
Read the full articleAsthma and other allergic diseases are two of the most common health problems. Approximately 50 million Americans have asthma, hay… OverviewSome allergy problems – such as a mild case of hay fever – may not need any treatment. Sometimes your allergies can be controlled with the…
What Does An Allergist Treat?
Read the full articleAllergists treat two of the nation's most common chronic health problems – allergies and asthma.… Although symptoms may not always be severe, allergies and asthma are diseases and should be treated that way. Many people with allergies and asthma simply don't realize how much better…
Do You Need An Allergist?
Read the full articleIt’s time to take control of your allergies and start enjoying life again. It’s time to find an allergist.… What does an allergist treat? Allergists are specially trained to treat asthma and all types of allergies, including seasonal, food, dust and pet allergies. Allergists…
Rinosinusitis Crónica Con Pólipos Nasales
Read the full articleCon el respaldo de: Pólipos Nasales La rinosinusitis crónica con pólipos nasales es una afección que puede provocar síntomas desagradables,… Con el respaldo de:Pólipos Nasales La rinosinusitis crónica con pólipos nasales es una afección que puede provocar síntomas desagradables, desde dolor en los senos nasales…
Urticaria crónica espontánea/idiopática (erupción crónica)
Read the full articleHable de sus síntomas con su alergista, quien le proporcionará una evaluación personalizada con posibles estrategias para controlar los… Con El Respaldo de: Resumen Los habones, también conocidos como urticaria, afectan a alrededor del 20 % de las personas en algún momento de su vida.…
Chronic Spontaneous/Idiopathic Urticaria (Chronic hives)
Read the full articleChronic hive symptoms are generally the same as “short-lived” hive symptoms but appear at least twice a week and last… Supported by: OverviewHives, also known as urticaria, affect about 20% of people at some time during their lives. It can be triggered by many substances…
Soy
Read the full articleIf you get a rash, stomach ache or stuffy or runny nose after eating asian food or drinking soy milk,… OverviewA member of the legume family, soy is a common ingredient in infant formulas and many other processed foods. In young children, soy is one…
Peanut
Read the full articleAn allergy to peanuts is among the most common food allergies found in children in the United States. Many schools… Overview It’s not uncommon these days to find schools that have declared they are “nut-free” That means the onetime staple of kids’ lunchboxes — a…
Pollen Food Allergy Syndrome
Read the full articleIf you suffer from hay fever and you’ve ever experienced an itchy mouth or scratchy throat after eating certain raw… Overview Pollen Food Allergy Syndrome (PFAS), also known as oral allergy syndrome, is caused by cross-reacting allergens found in both pollen and raw fruits, vegetables,…
Air Filters
Read the full articleAir filters in central heating and air-conditioning ducts in your home or in portable room air cleaners help remove indoor… OverviewDid you know that the air inside can be more polluted than the air outside? It’s true! Pollen, animal allergens and mold spores can affect…
The value of dupilumab in persistent asthma and the life of Kimishige Ishizaka, MD, co-discoverer of IgE
Read the full articleFor many of us, this month is cold and rainy, and down time can be spent with a warm beverage… For many of us, this month is cold and rainy, and down time can be spent with a warm beverage and your January copy of…
Become a food allergy guru
Read the full articleWhether you want to be a food allergy expert, genius, maestro or champion, the College has you covered. Plan to… Whether you want to be a food allergy expert, genius, maestro or champion, the College has you covered. Plan to get everything you need –…
Start your year off right
Read the full articleA new year brings new beginnings – and an opportunity to set your practice up for success in the year… A new year brings new beginnings – and an opportunity to set your practice up for success in the year ahead. The Practice Management Committee…
The microbiome of the nose and the development of allergic diseases
Read the full articleIt is amazing that 2019 is already upon us. The contents of this month’s Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology… It is amazing that 2019 is already upon us. The contents of this month’s Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology feature an emphasis on our…
Best therapy for atopic dermatitis and an update to the College’s Asthma Yardstick
Read the full articleWe are well into the holiday season and tomorrow is New Year’s Day. Hopefully you are contemplating your New Year’s… We are well into the holiday season and tomorrow is New Year’s Day. Hopefully you are contemplating your New Year’s resolutions and you have spending…
Unnecessary food allergy testing and prophylactic treatment for HAE
Read the full articleThe year is rapidly drawing to a close. Holiday preparations abound, and we are all looking forward to the new… The year is rapidly drawing to a close. Holiday preparations abound, and we are all looking forward to the new year. Many of us are…
From the desk of the EMD: Allergy Facebook friends
Read the full articleIt seems like every day there is an article in the news about social media and especially Facebook. Issues related… It seems like every day there is an article in the news about social media and especially Facebook. Issues related to Facebook include knowing more…
A review of professional liability when prescribing beta-lactams and the contributions and life of Henry Claman, MD
Read the full articleAs we return to work after our holiday weekend celebrating Thanksgiving, our minds are still full of gratitude for our… As we return to work after our holiday weekend celebrating Thanksgiving, our minds are still full of gratitude for our family and friends we’ve…
New treatment to protect people with peanut allergy
Read the full articleAt the College’s Annual Scientific Meeting, new research presented showed promise for a treatment to help people with severe peanut… At the College’s Annual Scientific Meeting, new research presented showed promise for a treatment to help people with severe peanut allergy tolerate accidental peanut exposure.…
Who really needs penicillin allergy testing and reviewing penicillin minor determinants
Read the full articleOur Annual Scientific Meeting will soon be upon us. I hope many of you will be in attendance for what… Our Annual Scientific Meeting will soon be upon us. I hope many of you will be in attendance for what promises to be a…
FDA considers new food allergen labeling
Read the full articleThe Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, MD, recently issued a statement explaining the FDA is considering labeling… The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, MD, recently issued a statement explaining the FDA is considering labeling products that contain sesame to…
From the desk of the EMD: Sneak peek – tackling physician wellness at the Annual Meeting
Read the full articleWith the College’s Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 15-19 in Seattle, just around the corner, I thought I would give you… With the College’s Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 15-19 in Seattle, just around the corner, I thought I would give you a sneak peek of my…
Congratulate your colleagues!
Read the full articleThe College is proud to honor the following individuals for their contributions to the College and the specialty of allergy/immunology.… The College is proud to honor the following individuals for their contributions to the College and the specialty of allergy/immunology. These awards will be presented…
Top 10 reasons to stream the Annual Scientific Meeting
Read the full articleCan’t travel to the all-new and best ever 2018 Annual Scientific Meeting? Get the second-best seat (your own!) and catch all the Saturday… Can't travel to the all-new and best ever 2018 Annual Scientific Meeting? Get the second-best seat (your own!) and catch all the Saturday and Sunday plenaries and symposia…
Connect with colleagues at the Annual Meeting
Read the full articleIn the spirit of our all-new revamped Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 15-19 in Seattle, our networking and social events are… In the spirit of our all-new revamped Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 15-19 in Seattle, our networking and social events are better than ever, too! With…
Biomarkers for asthma and picking the perfect biologic
Read the full articleHopefully it has finally cooled off (but not started snowing) where you live. October is a transition month as many… Hopefully it has finally cooled off (but not started snowing) where you live. October is a transition month as many of us will see an…
The origins of asthma, impact of caregiver depression and safety of LABAs
Read the full articleAt least in some parts of North America, October has brought cooler temperatures, wonderfully colorful foliage and a decrease in… At least in some parts of North America, October has brought cooler temperatures, wonderfully colorful foliage and a decrease in fall pollen counts. Those of…
Don’t miss this literature review!
Read the full articleWe know College members are extremely busy people – from working in your practice all day to catching up with… We know College members are extremely busy people – from working in your practice all day to catching up with your EHR at night. Who…
An even-better HOD Town Hall
Read the full articleThis year’s House of Delegates (HOD) Town Hall Meeting at the Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 15-19 in Seattle, is all-new… This year’s House of Delegates (HOD) Town Hall Meeting at the Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 15-19 in Seattle, is all-new and just like the Annual…
Southeastern Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Society Annual Conference
-Read the full articleThe 2024 SEAAIS Annual Conference will be held at the Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, NC from September 19-22,… The 2024 SEAAIS Annual Conference will be held at the Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, NC from September 19-22, 2024. Learn more…
