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Allergies are a common ailment that affects people of all ages. Research shows us that roughly 5-10% of patients above 65 years have allergies and that the condition “often persists into older age and can occasionally make its initial appearance in the elderly.” Let’s take a closer look at how allergies can affect older adults…

According to a study published in the journal Current Allergy and Asthma Reports, “The most common indoor allergens are derived from dust mites, cockroaches, mammals (including wild rodents and pets), and fungi.” Unfortunately, all of these allergens can be found in your home. However, there are ways to eliminate or reduce their presence, which we…

Allergies are incredibly common. Data tells us that more than 50 million people in the U.S. experience various types of allergies each year. If you’ve finally made your first allergist appointment after suffering for some time, you undoubtedly have a lot of questions for your provider. Let’s cover a few basic facts about allergies as…

Millions of Americans suffer from allergies every year. If you are one of them, you may be curious about what actually happens in your body when you’re having an allergic reaction. The Science Behind Allergic Reactions While we don’t know why some people develop allergies, we do know what happens in the body to cause…

When you think of the symptoms of allergies, you probably think of itchy eyes, congestion, runny nose, sneezing, scratchy throat and hives. But did you know you can also experience body aches as part of an allergic reaction? We review why below. What Causes Allergies? Your immune system works to protect your body from diseases,…

Seasonal allergies are very common. In 2018 alone, approximately 24 million people in the U.S. were diagnosed with seasonal allergic rhinitis, otherwise known as hay fever. While many people with hay fever experience their worst symptoms in the spring or fall, others can experience winter allergies as well. Let’s take a closer look at some…