Blogs

Cheryl’s Story
Danielle’s daughter Cheryl had reactions to different foods as early as 10 months old. First, Cheryl couldn’t keep down the scrambled eggs her mom made for her one morning…

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…

Differences Between a Skin Prick & Skin Patch Allergy Test
Allergy testing is the best way to determine the cause of an allergic reaction. From a wide range of foods to dust or

Can Nasal Allergies Cause Sinus Problems?
Most people won’t think about their sinuses very much – until there’s a problem. An Atlanta ear, nose & throat (ENT) doctor can

Daily Habits for Fast Allergic Rhinitis Relief
People living in Atlanta are exposed to numerous airborne allergens every day. These allergens are among the main causes of allergic rhinitis, and

Can Desensitization Treat Peanut Allergies?
Peanut allergies are among the most common causes of anaphylaxis, with only trace amounts able to trigger an allergic reaction. By following the

Can an Egg Allergy Be Dangerous?
Of all the different types of allergies, an egg allergy can be one of the most frustrating. Along with eggs themselves, foods like

Causes of Eczema – Treat the Cause, Not Just the Symptoms
Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, is a skin condition affecting millions of Americans. For many of our Atlanta-area patients, it’s not until they have undergone