{"id":9701,"date":"2022-12-14T18:09:20","date_gmt":"2022-12-15T02:09:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/?p=9701"},"modified":"2022-12-14T18:09:21","modified_gmt":"2022-12-15T02:09:21","slug":"questions-to-ask-an-allergist-during-your-first-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/questions-to-ask-an-allergist-during-your-first-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"Questions To Ask an Allergist During Your First Visit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Allergies are incredibly common. Data tells us that <a href=\"https:\/\/aafa.org\/allergies\/allergy-facts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">more than 50 million people in the U.S. experience various types of allergies<\/a> each year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve finally made your first allergist appointment after suffering for some time, you undoubtedly have a lot of questions for your provider. Let\u2019s cover a few basic facts about<a href=\"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/allergy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> allergies <\/a>as well as questions you should ask during your appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Answers to Common Allergy Questions <\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/pexels-mart-production-7089401-1280x853.jpg\" alt=\"Woman talking with her allergist in exam room.\" class=\"wp-image-9704\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/pexels-mart-production-7089401-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/entsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/pexels-mart-production-7089401-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/entsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/pexels-mart-production-7089401-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/entsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/pexels-mart-production-7089401-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Allergies can develop at any age.<\/strong> While most allergies develop in childhood, people can develop new allergies into adulthood. This may happen because of changes in your immune system or being exposed to an allergen you weren\u2019t around as a child. If you used to never deal with seasonal allergies, but now find that every spring you\u2019re sneezing your way through walks at Straub Nature Park, there\u2019s a good chance you have adult-onset allergies.<\/li><li><strong>Your allergies may go away\u2026or not<\/strong>. Some allergies will last a lifetime, while in other cases it\u2019s a bit more complicated. There are people who are allergic to certain things in childhood that they grow out of as adults, or at least their reactions become far less severe. Similarly, some people seem to have allergies that come and go, meaning they occasionally have a reaction when they come into contact with a particular allergen, but other times they don\u2019t.<\/li><li><strong>You may develop additional allergies later on<\/strong>. Even if you already have allergies to one trigger, it is possible to develop additional allergies as time goes on. Similarly, you might have a different type of reaction depending on the trigger. For example, you could have a severe reaction when eating soy or walnuts, but only experience mild allergy symptoms when you encounter pet dander.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What To Ask Your Allergist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s understandable that you might feel overwhelmed and unsure of what to ask during your first visit to an allergist. Here is some information you should make sure to get at your appointment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Will I need allergy testing\/what kind?<\/strong> Depending on your symptoms, your allergist will likely run <a href=\"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/allergy\/allergies\/allergy-testing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">allergy testing<\/a> either via skin prick or blood testing. In some cases, they may do a food challenge as well. Give them as much information as possible about what you experience so they know what testing is best for you.<\/li><li><strong>What do these results mean?<\/strong> If you\u2019re confused by any test results or other information your allergist gives you, ask for clarification so you can do what\u2019s best for your health.<\/li><li><strong>How can I manage my allergies? <\/strong>Your allergist may prescribe medication or recommend avoiding triggers or taking steps to minimize your exposure to your allergens. Make sure you fully understand your treatment options so that you can best manage your symptoms.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For additional information or to schedule an appointment, call <span class=\"company-name \">Willamette ENT &amp; Facial Plastic Surgery<\/span> today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ul class=\"related-posts\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/understanding-cold-vs-allergy-symptoms-how-to-tell-the-difference\/\" class=\"related-post\">Understanding Cold vs. Allergy Symptoms: How to Tell the Difference<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/your-cozy-abode-might-be-fueling-your-allergies-this-winter\/\" class=\"related-post\">Your Cozy Abode Might Be Fueling Your Allergies This Winter<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/could-honey-cure-your-allergies\/\" class=\"related-post\">Could Honey Cure Your Allergies?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>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\u2019ve finally made your first allergist appointment after suffering for some time, you undoubtedly have a lot of questions for your provider. 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