What are Allergies:

Many people suffer from allergies and do not know it. Allergies are abnormal physical reactions you experience when you are exposed to substances (allergens) to which you have developed an allergy. Allergens can be things in the air (i.e. dust, mold, pollen) as well as certain foods that you eat. These substances are usually harmless and do not produce symptoms in non-allergic people. The symptoms of allergic reactions may be mild or severe enough to interfere with your life.

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Are allergies rare?

No. Approximately 20% of the U.S. population has one or more types of allergy. Allergy symptoms account for more visits to the doctor's office than any other single disease and are a leading cause of school absenteeism in the country.

What are the symptoms of an allergy?

Allergy symptoms can take many different forms. Sneezing or stuffiness of the nose accompanied by redness or itching of the eyes are classic allergic symptoms, but are not always due to allergies; they can be caused by other conditions such as a constant low-grade sinus infection, temperature changes, or reaction to smoke or fumes. Listed below are common allergy symptoms and areas of your body affected: NOSE/SINUS-Sneezing, post-nasal drip, itching, congestion, watery discharge, EYES-Itching, redness, swelling, dark circles, EARS-Recurrent infections, fluid in the middle ear, itching of the ear canal, hearing impairment, LUNGS-Shortness of breath, wheezing, tightness in the chest, coughing, SKIN-Itchy welts (hives), rash, intense itching, DIGESTIVE SYSTEM-Stomach cramps, vomiting, diarrhea and other symptoms associated with food allergy.

How can you find out if you have allergies?

Allergies can be complex and sometimes very difficult to diagnose since the same symptoms produced by allergies can also be caused by non-allergic conditions.Dr. Syed will evaluate your history and physical examination when he is considering allergy testing. If the cause of your symptoms cannot be determined through information from your history and physical, more extensive investigation will be necessary. Call today to set up an appointment to see if you are suffering from allergy symptoms.

Allergy Treatment

Treatment for allergies is usually in the form of "allergy shots" or "allergy drops under the tongue". Both forms of treatment are called Immunotherapy. Immunotherapy is a program designed to desensitize you to those substances to which you are allergic. Immunotherapy is often used in addition to environmental controls and allergy medications to eliminate your allergy symptoms. It is most effective for those allergies caused by substances you inhale such as pollens, mold spores, house dust, and animal dander.

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