Fall is in full swing, with evening bonfires and pumpkin spice lattes all around. While a break from summer’s brutal heat may be welcome, fall can be a difficult time for allergy sufferers. There are several allergens that love to bust onto the scene during the fall months, so it’s important for anyone with allergies […]
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Are Flu Shots Safe for People with Egg Allergies?
If you or your child have been diagnosed with an egg allergy, you know first-hand how many places this sneaky allergen can hide. But did you know that some vaccines also contain egg proteins, including many flu shots? In this post, we’ll discuss why for most people with egg allergies, vaccines like the flu shot […]
Can Allergies Cause Fatigue?
We often see patients who are experiencing fatigue, mental sluggishness, and drowsiness, along with some of the more well-known allergy symptoms. It’s common for these patients not to realize that their fatigue symptoms are related to their allergies, and treating those allergies could be the answer to bringing them out of the fog. Fatigue Is […]
Could I Be Allergic to Insect Stings?
Everyone experiences some redness, stinging and swelling if they are bitten or stung by an insect. Depending on the type and size of the insect, this can be extremely small or cause a large whelp. So, how do you know if the reaction you’re having after an insect sting is normal or a hypersensitivity? Types […]
Common Causes of Hives
Hives are red, inflamed welts that appear on the skin suddenly. If you’ve ever experienced hives, you know that they can be itchy, uncomfortable, and unsightly. There are many different potential causes of hives, so it isn’t always easy to understand why they appear. But, once you identify the hive triggers for your body, you […]