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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…

Can You Develop a Food Allergy as an Adult?
While many people think food allergies only affect children, that’s not accurate. As a result, when an adult first experiences symptoms associated with

Reasons to Visit an Allergy Doctor for Asthma Symptoms
If your asthma symptoms worsen after spending time outdoors, around pets or during certain seasons, then allergies could be responsible. Treating allergic asthma

What Parents Should Know About Tree Nut Allergies
For parents of children with tree nut allergies, even small amounts of almonds, cashews, pistachios and walnuts can have serious consequences. Tree nuts

How Immunotherapy Helps Reduce Dependence on Medications
Many people living with chronic allergies spend years relying on medications to manage their symptoms. Using antihistamines, corticosteroids and other drugs has long

Why Allergy Testing Is Worth Scheduling This Summer
Summer can be a tough season for anyone dealing with allergies. When symptoms like nasal congestion, itchy eyes and sneezing hit, many people

How Allergy Specialists Diagnose Egg Allergies
Egg allergies are one of the most common food allergies affecting children. Often appearing in the first year or two of life, a