Many allergists never thought they would see a viable treatment for food allergy. Yet with oral immunotherapy (OIT) and the new “peanut pill,” food allergies can be treated and made less life threatening. Palforzia (Aimmune Therapeutics, Inc., Brisbane, CA) is the first ever FDA-approved treatment of its kind, and this breakthrough could change the lives […]
Allergy
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 […]
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 […]
What You Need to Know About Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
If your child has dry, itchy skin with a raised rash, it could be atopic dermatitis or eczema – two words for the same condition. Eczema usually first appears in childhood but also affect adults. This condition affects people in numerous ways and can negatively impact quality of life. It is important to have any […]
What to Expect with Patch Testing for Contact Dermatitis
Contact dermatitis is a common skin problem that happens in 15 to 20 percent of Americans. There are two types of contact dermatitis: irritant and allergic. Irritant contact dermatitis is often caused by repeated exposure such as in a work environment, while allergic contact dermatitis is caused by a delayed allergic reaction to something that […]
