by MASA | Jun 25, 2018 | Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema, Patient Resources, Skin Conditions (Psoriasis)
Seborrheic dermatitis occurs where there are a great number of oil-producing glands, such as the upper back, nose, and scalp. While anyone can develop this noninfectious condition at any age, it most commonly affects adults between the ages of thirty and sixty,...
by MASA | Jun 25, 2018 | Allergies, Anaphylaxis, Food Allergies / Intolerance, Patient Resources
s If you suspect you are having an anaphylactic reaction, call 9-1-1 and/or seek out emergency medical services immediately! Anaphylaxis is a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that can occur in seconds or minutes of exposure...
by MASA | Jun 25, 2018 | Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema, Patient Resources, Skin Conditions (Psoriasis)
With more than 30 million Americans having it, atopic dermatitis is the most common type of eczema for both children and adults. The inflammation often appears as a red, itchy rash typically on the cheeks, arms and legs. Atopic dermatitis is more likely to...
by MASA | Jun 25, 2018 | Asthma, Patient Resources, Severe or Steroid-Dependent Asthma, Sports Related Asthma, Work Related Asthma
If you are “steroid-dependent,” you must be given a higher dose of corticosteroids when you become hospitalized. When corticosteroids are taken as a medication for a very long time, it may cause the adrenal gland to no longer function effectively. The...
by MASA | Jun 25, 2018 | Allergic Conjunctivitis, Allergic Rhinitis, Allergies, Allergy Desensitization (Allergy shots), Patient Resources, 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 25, 2018 | Patient Resources, Respiratory Diseases
Hypoxemia In order to continuously supply the cells/tissues in your body with oxygen: -There must be enough oxygen in the air you are breathing -Your lungs must inhale the oxygen-containing air and exhale carbon dioxide -You must be able to circulate blood to...
