It’s that time of year again when Ragweed pollen is at high counts almost daily throughout September and October. You may be trying to enjoy the fall festivities like pumpkin picking and hiking but your allergy symptoms are getting in the way. If you are suffering, there are a number of things you can do […]
You may have been told that your sinus infection is a “mold” sinus infection. Typically along with this explanation, you may have been told that there is no good treatment for this condition. Allergic Fungal Sinusitis (AFS) is a very frustrating condition to treat as it is not like a typical bacterial sinus infection at […]
What is the advantage of allergy drops? There has been a big change lately in how we can manage our allergy symptoms. Traditionally there has been medical treatment such as antihistamines and nasal steroid sprays. There has also been allergy shots that can stimulate the body to have an immunity against the allergens. Both of […]
Allergy drops don’t work as well as shots The research shows that well formulated allergy drop therapy is as effective as allergy shots for all allergy symptoms in adults and children. Actually in most cases it is more effective simply because of compliance issues. It is easier to be consistent with a therapy you can […]
Many people are familiar with allergy shot therapy. Allergy drop therapy, however, has just recently received some buzz. Unfortunately, there seems to be a mixed message on how well they work and which therapy is better. Allergy drop therapy works by the same mechanism as allergy shots. They both stimulate the immune system to produce […]
My allergies are killing me! We all seem to know the seasons that produce our allergy symptoms. Even though we know it’s coming we still seem to start behind each year. We feel the dreaded congestion, sinus pressure, headache, and post nasal drip. Now it’s time to rush out and grab some medicines from the store. […]
Most people HATE their allergies. It can ruin whole seasons with congestion and drainage as well as cause recurring sinus infections. Allergy medicines help some but they have side effects and the costs really add up as well. The prospect of going to an allergist doesn’t sound much better either with all those needles for […]
