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Do chlorine baths help the itch of eczema?
Itch is one of the most common complaints we see and treat in eczema. It keeps kids up at night, their skin can get sore and bleed.
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Why is it important to get tested for a penicillin allergy?
When people are evaluated, it turns out that 90 to 95% will tolerate a penicillin-based antibiotic after an evaluation by an allergist.
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Sneezier and Wheezier than Usual? Fall and Winter Allergies Are Headed Your Way
ACAAI offers the following five tips for staying ahead of fall and winter allergies and keeping your sneezy and wheezy days to a minimum.
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What makes an allergist different from other doctors?
Allergists are very specifically focused on the quality of life for their patient, what their life is like, and making their life work.
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Is there a cat food to make me less allergic to cats?
There is a product that is made by a company that can decrease the amount of allergy that your cat will cause.
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Can allergies develop later in life?
The body can recognize something in the environment, a tree pollen, and recognize it as something that mounts an allergic response.
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Tell us about early introduction of peanuts
A groundbreaking study called the LEAP study, Learning Early About Peanut, showed that early introduction of peanut really works.
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Is everyone allergic to poison ivy?
It's estimated that about 75% to 85% of people are allergic to poison ivy. And it will present usually with a blistering type rash.
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What should families do about mold after a flood or storm?
After a flood or a storm, it's really important to survey the area to see if you see any standing water, any wet spaces.
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Allergy, Asthma, Food Allergies, Seasonal Allergies
The ABCs of Back-to-School Allergy Management
Back to school means adequately preparing your child and the school staff to deal with your child’s allergies and asthma.
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Allergy, Allergy Symptoms, Allergy Treatment, Asthma, Food Allergies, Seasonal Allergies
Don’t Let Summer Allergies Cloud a Sunny Forecast
With a few simple steps – summer allergy symptoms can be managed and summer festivities can go on as planned!
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What is sunscreen allergy and what types of hypoallergenic sunscreen do you recommend?
A sunscreen allergy is when you're allergic to some component within the sunscreen. An allergist can help you determine which of those components you are aller…
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Is chlorine allergy really an allergy?
We are at risk for chlorine exposure in our day-to-day cleaning products at home, but patients who are swimmers may have consistent exposure.
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How do I know if I have allergies or just a cold?
If the symptoms are very frequent and last for more than several days, it's likely to be allergies. It can be confusing because they present similarly.
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Here’s What Allergists Want You to Know During Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, a perfect time to remind people what it looks and feels like when their asthma is well controlled.
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If I have allergies, will my children have them too?
There's a strong genetic component to having allergies. If you have a parent who has nasal allergies, you're about 50% likely to have allergies.
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What’s causing my allergy symptoms to get worse every year?
"How is it possible that my allergies are getting worse with each year?" We've found that that's actually true.
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Batten Down the Hatches: Spring Allergies Are Headed this Way
When the first signs of spring hit, it’s tempting to open windows for fresh air. However, that can make allergy symptoms worse.
