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December 12
What Are Colds and Allergies?
  on 12/12/2011 10:37 AM

What Are Colds and Allergies?
Colds are caused by hundreds of different viruses. When one of these viruses gets into your body, your immune system attacks. Some of the effects of this immune response are the classic symptoms of a cold, such as congestion and coughing.

The germs that cause colds are contagious. You can pick them up when an infected person sneezes, coughs, or shakes hands with you. After a couple of weeks, at the most, your immune system fights off the virus and you stop having symptoms.
Allergies are caused by an overactive immune system. For some reason, your body mistakes harmless substances -- such as mold or pollen -- for germs and attacks them. Your body releases chemicals such as histamine, just as it does when fighting a cold. This can cause swelling in your nasal passages, a runny nose, coughing, and sneezing. Allergies are not contagious, although some people may inherit a tendency to develop them.
 
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August 24
How We Can Help
  on 8/24/2011 11:48 AM

Allergy Partners is the nation’s largest single-specialty medical practice dedicated to the evaluation and treatment of allergy, asthma and immunology. All Allergy Partners physicians have specialized training and years of experience in the field.  By working together, our physicians are able to provide state of the art care to all of our patients using the latest technology and applying best practices.

We recognize that allergies, asthma and allergic diseases present in myriad ways and that no two patients are the same. To that end, our goal is to apply our collective knowledge and resources to provide each and every patient comprehensive, personalized, and compassionate care. When visiting one of our physicians, you can expect a detailed medical history, a thorough physical exam, and appropriate diagnostic testing. Based on this information, you and your doctor will work together to devise a treatment plan that not only addresses your symptoms, but aims to improve your quality of life. We appreciate the opportunity to work with you and your family to improve your health and well being.

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August 24
Asthma Triggers at the Gym
  on 8/24/2011 11:48 AM
Learn more about the hidden triggers at the gym that you can avoid. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) estimates that up to 80% of people with allergic asthma will experience symptoms when they engage in strenuous exercise.
 
How to Avoid Triggers at the Gym
  • Avoid saunas and pools if they are using irritating chemicals
  • Use your own latex-free exercise mats
  • Take an antihistamine before entering the gym to prevent a reaction from chemicals used inside
  • Try to choose high-quality natural fabric when buying workout gear
  • Use your inhaler as directed before you exercise
  • Warm up and cool down properly so you don't overtax your respiratory system
  • Skip your workout when feeling sick
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