To most of us, springtime and allergies go hand-in-hand. The truth is, summer comes with its own set of allergens and irritants. If you have itchy eyes, a runny nose, or sneezing during the summer, you may have seasonal allergies. You do not have to live with these annoying symptoms. An allergist can help you […]
Allergy
When To See an Allergist
Allergists specialize in diagnosing and recommending treatment for many common allergic diseases, including asthma, allergic rhinitis, and dermatitis. Allergies can take many different forms and can be triggered by hundreds of everyday substances, including dust, pollen, mold, chemicals, foods, medications, and much more. Plus, allergies can happen to anyone at any time regardless of gender, […]
Spring Pollen Season in Florida
With the spring season comes blooming flowers, chirping birds, and more hours of sunlight per day. Unfortunately, for many people, springtime also brings about pollen allergies. If pollen is an allergy trigger for you, the spring season here in Florida can be an uncomfortable time. However, with an allergy treatment plan from Allergy Tampa, it’s […]
Understanding COVID-19 Vaccines and Allergies
As COVID-19 vaccines are distributed across the United States, many patients with allergies have questions about the safety of the vaccine and potential reactions. As of February 17, 2021, there are two mRNA vaccines (Pfizer and Moderna) approved for emergency use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. A Johnson & Johnson adenovirus vaccine is […]
Preparing for the Upcoming Tree Pollen Season
Tree pollen season for the Tampa Bay area will be starting in mid-January/February and lasts until May. These common allergens are some of the first major outdoor allergens to strike in the late winter or spring. Since many types of trees continue to produce pollen until late spring, anyone with a tree pollen allergy should […]
