Recognizing and Treating Viral and Bacterial Sinus Infections
A sinus infection is an inflammation of your sinus tissues, the four pairs of air-filled cavities behind your face. Symptoms like facial pressure, congestion, runny nose and headaches are key indicators of a sinus infection. While both viral and bacterial infections can cause sinusitis, distinguishing between them is key to effective treatment. Viral vs. Bacterial…
Is Sublingual Immunotherapy Right for You?
People who suffer from allergies that don’t respond to other treatments may find relief from immunotherapy. This method relies on building a tolerance to an allergen by introducing it to the body in small doses over a period of several years. It’s usually given in the form of allergy shots. However, another option for some…
What to Know About Cleaners that May Cause Allergies
Cleaning products are necessary for maintaining a hygienic home but for those with allergies, they may cause irritation. Understanding these products can help you make safer choices for your health and help avoid allergic irritations and reactions. Common Allergens in Cleaning Products Several ingredients commonly found in household cleaners, or even the cleaning solution itself,…
Allergies and Trouble Sleeping: What to Know
More than 100 million people in the U.S. experience allergies each year. While you’re likely familiar with the sneezing, red eyes and hives most often associated with allergies, you may not have considered how the condition can affect your sleep. Let’s take a look at the connection between allergies and poor sleep and a few…
When Should I See an Allergist for Allergy Testing?
It’s that time again. That time when flowers bloom, and people begin to brush winter dust out of their homes. While spring is a long-awaited season for many, it can be challenging for those with allergic rhinitis, more commonly known as hay fever. Hay fever affects approximately 20% of people in the United States and…
How To Manage Tree Pollen Allergy Symptoms
With the arrival of spring, many of us eagerly anticipate the blossoming of trees and the warmth of sunnier days. However, for a significant number of people, this season also marks the return of tree pollen allergies, bringing a less welcome burst of sneezing, itchy eyes and nasal congestion. In fact, more than 100 million…
Cold vs. Allergies: Which Do I Have?
Colds and allergies share similar symptoms; it’s hard to know which is which when experiencing those symptoms. Colds are contagious, and allergies are not, so it’s essential to understand the differences so as not to contaminate others when you are ill. Telltale Symptoms Colds develop due to a viral infection. Allergy symptoms become present when…
Can Allergies Affect Your Ears?
If you are one of the 25.7% of adults in the United States who deal with seasonal allergies, you probably have symptoms like nasal congestion, a runny nose and itchy, watery eyes. However, allergies can affect other parts of your body as well, including, in some cases, your ears. Congestion from Allergies Can Lead to…
How to Prevent Mold Allergies
More than 50 million people in the U.S. experience an allergic reaction every year. Allergic reactions occur when your body encounters a substance (allergen) it deems harmful and releases histamine. The release of histamine causes the symptoms most often associated with allergies, including but not limited to: Mold is an extremely common cause of allergic…
Can Allergies Cause a Sore Throat?
More than 50 million people in the United States have an allergic reaction each year. Allergies occur when your immune system releases antibodies to attack a substance, also known as an allergen, it perceives as harmful, even if it isn’t. The response can cause an allergic reaction manifesting with hives, congestion, runny nose, watery eyes,…
