These Plants May Be Affecting Your Allergies
With COVID restrictions lifted for the first time in two years, many are seeking to take the trips to see The Oregon Capitol and other landmarks they haven’t been able to enjoy. But visiting a new place means you could encounter some major allergens you’re not used to, especially from plants. According to one study,…
What Are Common Risk Factors for Allergies?
Your immune system works to protect your body from diseases, viruses and infections. But for more than 50 million Americans, their immune systems mistake harmless substances, such as pollen, pet dander, dust mites, certain foods, mold and insect stings, as dangerous intruders and overreact. This is known as an allergic reaction. But why does this…
Can Certain Teas Help Relieve Allergy Symptoms?
The telltale signs of allergies are itchy eyes, congestion, runny nose, sneezing, scratchy throat and headache. If you’re experiencing these symptoms, you’ll probably do just about anything to find relief. It turns out that drinking certain teas has been shown to help manage allergy symptoms. We review which teas are beneficial and what the research…
How to Manage Allergies During Pregnancy
Is there anything worse than your pregnancy symptoms being compounded with your allergy symptoms? Below we discuss allergy symptoms during pregnancy and how to find relief. Allergy Symptoms During Pregnancy If you don’t normally experience allergies but seem to have developed symptoms during pregnancy, you may be experiencing pregnancy rhinitis. Pregnancy rhinitis describes allergy-like symptoms, but…
Is There a Link Between Allergies & Depression?
Depression is a mood disorder that is characterized by feelings of sadness and loss of interest. This condition can interfere with your daily life and ability to function. According to the World Health Organization, depression is common, affecting approximately 5% of adults worldwide. Depression has been linked to many other conditions, including other mood disorders…
What Are the Benefits of Getting an Allergy Test?
Over 50 million Americans are affected by allergic rhinitis, also known as allergies. In addition, allergies are becoming increasingly common in urbanized communities. As such, more primary care providers are providing or recommending allergy testing. Below we outline some of the many benefits of getting an allergy test. Eliminate the Guesswork While it’s possible to…
Can Allergy Testing Benefit Patients with Asthma?
For many people, there’s a relationship between their allergies and asthma. We review the connection, as well as the importance of allergy testing, below. What Are Allergies? Allergies are your immune system’s response to normally-harmless substances known as allergens. When an allergen, like pollen at Riverfront Park Playground, comes into contact with your immune system,…
What Happens When Your Child Needs Allergy Testing?
If your child feels unwell after eating certain foods or comes home from Riverfront Park with a stuffy nose and watery eyes, they may have allergies. In order to confirm your child’s allergy diagnosis and get the best treatment possible to manage their symptoms, it’s important to make an appointment for allergy testing. Preparing for…
Can Allergen Immunotherapy Prevent Pediatric Asthma?
Asthma is a disease of the lungs that causes your airways to narrow, swell and produce extra mucus. This can trigger wheezing, shortness of breath and coughing. While asthma can’t be cured, it can be managed, and recent research shows it can also be prevented by undergoing allergy immunotherapy. What Is Allergy Immunotherapy? Unlike taking…
How Successful is Sublingual Immunotherapy?
If you experience allergy symptoms whenever you take a walk through Bonesteele Park and feel like you’ve tried every treatment to no avail, immunotherapy might be for you. While many people who receive this treatment get it in the form of allergy shots, it can also be administered orally in certain situations in the form…
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