Allergy Partners Blog
What Is the Difference Between COPD & Asthma?
April 1, 2024
Let’s Break Down These Two Lung ConditionsIf you or your loved one experiences shortness of breath, wheezing, or coughing, it can be difficult to tell if you are dealing with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Both COPD and asthma …
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Why Is My Mouth & Throat Itchy After Eating Fruit & Vegetables?
March 20, 2024
Understanding Food-Pollen Syndrome & Oral Allergy Syndrome Do you find that your mouth and throat get itchy after eating certain fruits or vegetables? You may initially think this is just a strange reaction to these foods, but the truth is, there c …
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What Is the Difference Between Food Allergies and Food Intolerances?
March 10, 2024
Dr. Campbell from Allergy Partners of Hampton Roads explains the difference between food allergies and food intolerance.
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What Is A “Biologic?”
March 1, 2024
“Biologics” seem to be everywhere these days – on the news, in advertisements, and at your allergists office. So what exactly is a “biologic?” These are injections of medications that are made from antibodies that have been changed so the antibodies at …
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How & When to Use an EpiPen
March 1, 2024
Dealing with Anaphylactic Reactions Are you or a loved one living with allergies that could result in anaphylactic shock? At-home emergency preparedness, including a proper understanding of when and how to use an EpiPen, is essential for managing poten …
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What Is Oral Immunotherapy to Foods and Why Should We Be Excited About Its Future?
February 20, 2024
Food Oral Immunotherapy is a breakthrough for those living with food allergies. Children and adults with food allergies make up a large portion of my patients, and the number continues to grow. A recent study showed that 2% of children, or 1.6 million …
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Is It Safe to Test My Child for Skin Allergies?
February 10, 2024
Our Myth Busters InvestigateAs a parent, it’s understandable to be concerned and cautious when considering if your child should undergo an allergy test. The thought of exposing them to something that could potentially lead to an allergic reaction can b …
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Visualize Your Dream Job in 2024
February 7, 2024
Have an ideal practice location in mind? Set an intention and start putting out feelers for your next big move.If there’s anything the pandemic years taught us, it’s that a major world event causes a lot of people to re-assess their current lifestyle. …
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Tips for Relieving “Winter Itch”
February 2, 2024
Stop Scratching & Embrace Smooth, Moisturized SkinDo you suffer from “winter itch”? Not to worry – you are not alone! Many of Allergy Partners’ patients experience the same skin discomfort in winter months due to the cold and dry weather. But there are …
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Fire Ant Allergies: What to Know
February 1, 2024
Helpful Tips from the Allergy Partners TeamIf you’re an Allergy Partners patient and find yourself dealing with fire ant allergies, you’re not alone. Although they may seem small and innocuous, these little critters can cause big problems when it comes …
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