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Allergies, Asthma and the Hygiene Hypothesis
Leading medical researchers have offered the “hygiene hypothesis” to explain the rising number of diagnosed allergy and asthma cases. The theory maintains that modern living environments are….
Ronil’s Story
Lakhbir had the terrifying experience of rushing her four year old son, Ronil to the hospital after he ate a snickers bar which caused an anaphylactic reaction. From that day forward…
Rohan’s Story
Rohan began his battle with allergies early in life. He would experience terrible eczema when breastfeeding, so his family began an elimination diet. For 6 or 7 years…
Cecelia & Patrick’s Story
It is not uncommon for us to see families with multiple children taking part in OIT. Is it work for our families? Of course! The alternative though, is avoidance which comes with a…
Ayaan’s Story
At the age of 2, Ayaan tried his first piece of butter chicken and he became sick. Again at age 4 and 1/2 he was at a friends’ house and tried this same dish again…
Mable’s Story
Yvonne knew something was terribly wrong when her daughter Mable, 15 months old at the time, ate some peanut butter and her face began to swell.
Tips for Managing Allergic Asthma During High-Pollen Months
Warm weather brings higher pollen counts and a greater risk of allergic asthma symptoms. During these high-pollen months in Atlanta, patients often have
What Happens During the First Year of Immunotherapy?
Anyone considering immunotherapy for environmental allergies should know it’s not a quick fix. Allergy shots will not resolve symptoms in one or two
How a Specialist Can Help Manage Your Shellfish Allergy
After a first reaction to shellfish, it’s hard to know what’s safe to eat or whether it will happen again. But rather than
How Nasal Polyps Affect Sinus Infection Treatment
A sinus infection can be frustrating enough without nasal polyps adding further blockage and inflammation. When these soft noncancerous growths obstruct the sinus
How an Allergy Specialist Can Help Manage Your Skin Allergy
Itching, redness or hives often sends people searching for a new cream or a different skincare product. However, treating a skin allergy before
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
