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 Do Food Allergy Symptoms Look Like?
Identifying the common signs of an allergy is the first step towards getting a proven food allergy treatment. However, food allergy symptoms are not…

Will My Sinus Headache Go Away if My Allergies Are Treated?
Sinus headaches are an unpleasant source of pain for a huge number of Atlanta residents. Sinusitis, caused by swelling of the sinuses, results in as many…

What Are Nasal Polyps?
Nasal polyps, which are benign growths that can develop in the nose or sinus cavities, are not life-threatening, but they can cause uncomfortable symptoms and lead…

Will a Sinus Infection Go Away on Its Own?
Vast numbers of people in Atlanta experience the pain and discomfort of sinusitis each year. While some simply suffer through the sharp pain, congestion and headaches that…

How Do You Treat a Seafood Allergy?
Do you get allergy symptoms like itching, watery eyes, wheezing and breathing issues after eating seafood? Unfortunately, seafood allergies…

Why Is My Throat So Itchy All the Time?
An itchy throat is a common issue, one that’s likely to impact just about everyone over time. But if you find yourself experiencing frequent itchiness…