Blogs

Traveling “Allergy-Free”
You’re ready to take a relaxing vacation but you’re worried that your allergies will spoil your fun. You don’t want to spend your time on the beach with red eyes and a runny nose…

Dr. Chacko on CNN Discussing Spring Allergies
Spring is a beautiful time of year, but seasonal allergy symptoms can make you feel otherwise. Watch to learn how Trey went from avoiding to enjoying the outdoors…

A Patient of Dr. Chacko Discussing Peanut Allergies
A peanut allergy can be managed and even treated. If your child has become allergic to peanuts, learn the strategies used by Chloe’s mom to address her daughter’s…

The Main Benefits of Rush Immunotherapy for Allergies
Immunotherapy is a vital allergy treatment approach that safely exposes a patient’s immune system to an allergy trigger. And while most treatments…

Dr. Chacko Discussing Gardening with Allergies
Spring and summer months are distressing times for people with seasonal allergies. Even a simple walk outside could set off some uncomfortable symptoms…

Do Allergies Cause Asthma?
Asthma is a chronic lung disorder that leads to breathing issues in adults and children. With potentially severe health implications, finding an asthma treatment…

What Allergies Are More Common in the Fall?
For some Atlanta residents with hay fever, the beginning of fall is a welcome break from their allergies. Unfortunately, for many…

What Are the Symptoms of Allergies & Best Treatment Options?
As one of the leading causes of chronic illness, allergies impact more than 50 million Americans each year. It’s a fact that various…

Is a Shellfish Allergy Dangerous?
Unlike many food allergies, a shellfish allergy can develop at any age. In fact, many adults seek out food allergy treatments…

What Is Oral Immunotherapy?
Oral immunotherapy (OIT) is a food allergy treatment that builds a patient’s tolerance to a food allergen through gradual exposure…

Does the Peanut Pill Cure Peanut Allergies?
In January 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Palforzia for use in treating peanut allergies. Also known…

Questions to Ask When Selecting a Food Allergy Doctor
If you are worried about an allergy affecting you or your child, the best thing you can do is speak with a board certified allergist…