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…
What Is an Allergy Injection?
Allergy injections are one of the most effective treatments for severe allergies. More commonly known as allergy shots or immunotherapy, the treatment helps…
What Are the Best Treatment Options for Allergies?
Anyone with allergies will recognize the common symptoms of breathing, sinus, skin and digestive complaints. Fortunately, with a personalized allergy treatment plan…
What Is Aspirin Desensitization?
An aspirin allergy or hypersensitivity is a common type of allergy that disproportionately affects people with asthma. For those people that rely on the medication…
What Are the Reasons My Asthma Is Worse in the Fall?
Fall is a particularly tough time of year for many people living with allergic asthma. In Atlanta and the surrounding areas, the end of summer…
What Are Tree Nuts?
Tree nuts are one of the primary food allergens responsible for most allergic reactions worldwide. However, while many people in our…
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..
