by MASA | Mar 24, 2023 | Allergies, Gene test, Immune System
Hereditary alpha tryptasemia (HAT) Hereditary alpha tryptasemia (HAT) is a rare genetic condition that is caused by mutations in the TPSAB1 gene, which codes for alpha tryptase, a type of enzyme that is released from mast cells. Mast cells are a type of white blood...
by MASA | Jun 24, 2020 | Allergies, News
Outdoor allergies are some of the most common types of allergies. Also called seasonal allergies or allergic rhinitis, outdoor allergies are those caused by substances in nature. Tree, grass, and weed pollens can all trigger allergic reactions and unpleasant symptoms...
by MASA | Jun 24, 2020 | Allergies, News
Warmer temperatures, blooming flowers, and more sunshine signal the end of winter. Many people look forward to the changing seasons, but if you have seasonal allergies, spring may not bring excitement. Instead, it can bring unpleasant symptoms like itchy eyes,...
by MASA | Jun 24, 2020 | Allergies, News
Up to 10% of adults have food allergies, and even more have food intolerances. Both cause adverse reactions in the body, but what’s the difference between the two? Learning to recognize the differences between an allergy and intolerance can be difficult. But simply...
by MASA | Jun 24, 2020 | Allergies, News
You might think of summer as prime traveling time, but traveling is also common during the winter months, whether you’re visiting family this holiday season or you’re escaping the snow for a tropical vacation. And if you’re one of the 50 million Americans who have...
by MASA | Jun 23, 2020 | Allergies, Food Allergies / Intolerance, News
Do you love lobster, but can’t eat it because you’re allergic to shellfish? Does even the thought of peanuts make you sweat, because any exposure to nuts can send you into anaphylactic shock? Midwest Allergy Sinus Asthma, with seven offices in Illinois, offers oral...
