Blogs
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.
Kingston’s Story
Today is a BIG day for this handsome little guy. His 1st day of OIT!!! Kingston’s parents found out he was allergic to wheat at 6 months old. Mom gave him a bite of a…
Annabel’s Story
There are so many ways in which a child with food allergies can feel ostracized. Treats at school for good behavior, sleepovers at a friends house, and birthday
Chase’s Story
This is a 12 year old boy living life to the fullest. He plays football, baseball, basketball, lacrosse and not to mention an avid swimmer. This is also a boy who…
Theodore’s Story
OIT Success! Rebecca Thurman brought her son, Theodore into see Dr. Chacko beginning in July 2018. Theodore had been allergic to milk since infancy…
Dr. Chacko Explains Outdoor Allergies & Exercise
Do you believe having allergies or asthma takes exercise off the table? Not so fast – exercise is still important for the body, including the lungs. Here’s what you need…
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..
