Traveling with Allergies
Summer is here, and many of us are ready to begin traveling again. However, if you suffer from allergies, traveling can sometimes be difficult if you experience a flare-up in the middle of your vacation. Learn about some helpful tips to help manage your allergies while traveling. Look for Allergy Friendly Hotels & Resorts When traveling with allergies, looking for hotels that offer allergy-friendly services and amenities is a good idea. When looking for a hotel, ask the staff before booking what type of...
Is It Food Allergies or Contact Allergies?
Is it food allergies or contact allergies? Some differences are important to note if you have noticed a rash and are wondering if the reaction was caused by food or contact allergies. Learn how to tell the difference and some treatment options in our blog. Food Allergies vs. Contact Allergies And Their Reactions A food allergy is when the body’s immune system reacts unusually to specific foods. An allergen or irritant similarly causes contact allergies. But how do you know if you have a food allergy or...
Allergy Shots in Houston
Allergy shots in Houston are a great way to stay healthy during allergy season. They are a form of immunotherapy that can help relieve allergy symptoms and improve well-being if you suffer from seasonal allergies. Learn about the process of allergy shots at the clinic, from the initial appointment to receiving regular injections. What are allergy shots? Allergy shots are regular injections over a period of time that stop or reduce allergy attacks. They are a form of treatment called immunotherapy. Each allergy...
Spring Allergies
Spring allergies are here! As the winter season ends, you may begin to experience itchy eyes, a runny nose, and discomfort due to spring allergies. From tree pollen to mold, learn about some common spring allergens and how to combat them. Tree & Grass Pollen During the spring season, trees that have laid dormant during the winter season come back to life and begin to pollinate. Tree pollen from oak, ash, and hackberry are common culprits of pollen allergies. Later in the spring season, grasses such as...