by MASA | Jun 26, 2018 | Allergic Conjunctivitis, Allergic Rhinitis, Allergies, Allergy Desensitization (Allergy shots), News
When allergy occurs in the eye, it is called allergic conjunctivitis. The most frequent symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis are itching, watering, and redness. Many patients will also experience nasal symptoms. The first step toward relief of eye allergy is proper...
by MASA | Jun 25, 2018 | Allergic Conjunctivitis, Allergic Rhinitis, Allergies, Allergy Desensitization (Allergy shots), Pollen Allergies
Also known as “seasonal allergic rhinitis” and “hay fever,” pollen accounts for the most common of triggers when it comes to seasonal allergies. Each season, aside from the winter season, plants release tiny pollen grains into the air for fertilization. Most pollen...
by MASA | Jun 13, 2018 | Allergic Conjunctivitis, Allergic Rhinitis, Allergies, Allergy Desensitization (Allergy shots), Anaphylaxis, Food Allergies / Intolerance
How long does it take for anaphylaxis to occur? An anaphylactic reaction typically occurs quickly; symptoms usually appear between three and thirty minutes of exposure to an allergen. The quicker the reaction, usually, the more severe it is. Can anaphylactic shock...
by MASA | Jun 13, 2018 | Allergic Conjunctivitis, Allergic Rhinitis, Allergies, Allergy Desensitization (Allergy shots), Anaphylaxis, Dust Mite Allergies, Food Allergies / Intolerance, Medication Allergies, Mold Allergies, Pet Allergies, Pollen Allergies
Allergy desensitization is a form of immunotherapy that employs the concept that one’s immune system is able to be desensitized to specific allergens overtime. Allergy shots, specifically, work similar to a vaccine, in that the body responds to the injection of...
by MASA | Jun 13, 2018 | Allergic Conjunctivitis, Allergic Rhinitis, Allergies, Allergy Desensitization (Allergy shots), Anaphylaxis, Dust Mite Allergies, Food Allergies / Intolerance, Medication Allergies, Mold Allergies, Pet Allergies, Pollen Allergies
How does allergy desensitization work? This form of immunotherapy works in a similar fashion to vaccines. By injecting the allergen into the body intentionally, the body eventually builds up a resistance to the allergen, thus desensitizing it from the allergen...
by MASA | Jun 13, 2018 | Allergic Conjunctivitis, Allergic Rhinitis, Allergies, Allergy Desensitization (Allergy shots)
What causes allergic rhinitis? Any type of allergen that your body is allergic to can trigger allergic rhinitis. Call us at 309-254-0995 or 217-717-4404 to schedule an appointment and find out what allergens may trigger you. How long does allergic rhinitis last? The...
