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How Effective Is Food Allergy Desensitization?
For the many Atlanta adults and children with food allergies, avoidance has been the primary method of allergic reaction prevention since being diagnosed..

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…

Should I See a Food Allergist or an Allergy Doctor?
Allergies are a daily reality for many adults and children in Atlanta and across the country, but many people never seek the help

How Eating Apples (and Other Foods) Can Make Your Throat Itch
Have you experienced itching or swelling in your mouth after biting into an apple? While apples, carrots, celery, peaches, pears and other uncooked

Is There an Effective Cure for Allergic Asthma?
Allergic asthma is a common form of asthma that is particularly prevalent during allergy seasons. As with other allergies, the immune system will

How Do You Treat Oral Allergy Syndrome?
If you suffer from a pollen allergy, there’s a chance that your mouth, lips or throat will start itching after eating certain fruits

Do I Need an Allergist or an ENT?
Feeling confused about the role of an allergist or an ENT doctor? This uncertainty is natural, as both allergy and ENT treatments target

Dr. Chacko Explaining Exercise Induced Asthma on CNN
Asthma is a long-term lung disease that has a severe health impact on many Atlanta area patients. Understanding the triggers that lead to