The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America recently released their 2016 list of ‘the most challenging places to live with spring allergies’. You might be wondering if you are suffering from allergies or have a cold with the fluctuating temperatures. The symptoms are similar-- runny noses and sneezing. Dr. Deogun, Allergy Partners of Raleigh, indicated in a recent
Our very own Allergy Myth Busters!
Inspired by one of our favorite television shows, Allergy Myth Busters looks at a number of popularly held beliefs about allergy. But are these myths just urban legends or are they true?
Study shows second severe reactions can occur hours to days after an initial allergic reaction and occurs in up to 15% of children.
We all know how scary an allergic reaction can be, especially if it occurs in a child.
Inspired by one of our favorite television shows, Allergy Myth Busters looks at a number of popularly held beliefs about allergy. But are these myths just urban legends or are they true?
Allergy Myth Busters – Reactions Related to Shellfish
Inspired by one of our favorite television shows, Allergy Myth Busters looks at a number of popularly held beliefs about allergy. But are these myths just urban legends or are they true?
Myth: Radiocontrast media reactions are related to shellfish allergy.
Increased severity of allergic reactions in women: Is estrogen to blame?
Previous research indicates that women tend to experience more severe allergic reactions - anaphylaxis – than men. The reason behind this has remained somewhat of a mystery, however, a new study published in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology suggests estrogen could be to blame. Researchers from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases have
With the holiday season just around the corner, millions of Americans are preparing to decorate their homes, gather for feasts and travel to visit relatives. However, for allergy and asthma sufferers, the holiday season presents several potential triggers.
Outdoor Air Quality: How to Protect Yourself from Unhealthy Air
Have you ever wondered what to make of those air quality warnings you hear on the news? These warnings are intended to help you take action to avoid harmful air, but it is not always clear what they really mean and what actions are reasonable and necessary.
Alternative Medicine and Allergy/Asthma: What Really Works?
Pharmacy shelves are stocked with herbs and supplements that claim to improve health. Such complementary and alternative medicines (CAM) are part of a group of diverse medical and healthcare systems, practices, and products that are not generally considered part of the conventional medical practices.
As the calendar turns to the winter months, many allergy sufferers let out a sigh of relief. No more pollen means no more sneezing and itching. But, for others winter time means winter allergies.
Allergy Partners is the nation's largest single-specialty practice dedicated to the treatment of allergies, asthma, and allergic diseases. All Allergy Partners’ physicians are board-certified allergists who have years of training and experience in the treatment of allergies and asthma. Working together, our physicians are able to combine their expertise to ensure that each
What will you find wrapped under your Christmas tree this year? An iPad? New running shoes? Season passes to your favorite sports team's home games? A rescue inhaler? Let's face it. No one wants to be asthmatic or wants to deal with the limitations having asthma can put on living the life you want to have. Allergy Partners would like to help you better understand