February is upon us, and the Florida oak and tree pollen season is in full swing. Many people have allergic symptoms during oak pollen season, which will last until about the end of May. These allergies can be troublesome for many people, but for patients with asthma this allergy can come with some additional complications. […]
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What Is Nasal Polyposis, and How Can It Be Treated?
If you have chronic congestion and loss of smell, it could be chronic rhinitis with nasal polyposis. Here are explanations of what nasal polyposis is, its symptoms, and its treatment. What Is Nasal Polyposis? Nasal polyposis is simply the presence of nasal polyps. Nasal polyps can occur when one has chronic rhinitis, although they can […]
Oak Pollen Allergy: Conjunctivitis Symptoms and Treatment
The oak pollen season has come to Tampa, and it is important that you are prepared if you have a tree pollen allergy. Allergies do not always present themselves with a runny nose and sneezing. One way that tree pollen allergy can manifest is with allergic conjunctivitis. Here is what it is, the symptoms, and […]
Tree Pollen Alert: Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms and Treatment
Many people do not think about tree pollen or allergies until early spring.however, with oak pollen begins to be a problem in Tampa as early as December, and the season lasts until May. You may already be getting some symptoms of allergic rhinitis, allergy symptoms affecting the nose, as pollen counts in the area are […]
How Immunotherapy Can Help Venom Hypersensitivity
Venom hypersensitivity, or allergic reactions to bees, wasps, and other stinging insects, is a common problem. This condition may require the patient to carry an epinephrine pen or autoinjector for emergencies, and it can mean trips to the emergency room when stung. Luckily, there is a treatment available to decrease or eliminate venom hypersensitivity. It […]
