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 20, 2018 | Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema, Skin Conditions (Psoriasis)
Also known as gravitational dermatitis, venous eczema, and venous stasis dermatitis, stasis dermatitis occurs when there is an issue with the circulation in one’s veins, typically in the lower legs. Pressure builds up as the blood tries to flow upward through the body...
by MASA | Jun 20, 2018 | Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema, Skin Conditions (Psoriasis)
Is there anything I can do to prevent getting emphysema? While there is no for sure way to ensure prevention, some lifestyle choices may help to alleviate the risk, such as avoiding respiratory irritants (like smoking), exercising, vaccinating yourself when...
by MASA | Jun 19, 2018 | Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema, Skin Conditions (Psoriasis)
Eczema is the name for a group of common, noninfectious conditions that typically cause the skin to become red, itchy, and inflamed. While the exact cause of eczema is unknown, more than thirty million Americans have some kind of this condition. There...
by MASA | Jun 19, 2018 | Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema, Contact Dermatitis, Skin Conditions (Psoriasis)
When your skin begins to itch and/or become red when it comes into contact with substances in the environment that you are allergic to, it is known as contact dermatitis. There are three main types of contact dermatitis: Irritant Contact Dermatitis Being the most...
