Zyrtec, Allegra, Claritin, Benadryl… what’s your favorite allergy medication? Come spring, those of us who suffer from respiratory allergies enact our yearly ritual of storing our winter wardrobes and airing out the summer ones – plus stopping by the local drugstore or allergy doctor to pick up an antihistamine! Besides over the counter and prescription …
Asthma is a chronic lung disease which inflames and constricts the airways. It is set off by certain triggers and exacerbates over time. Asthma can be relatively well-controlled by following a treatment plan prescribed by your asthma doctor in Staten Island, as well as following home health care tips. An asthma trigger is anything that …
Spring is an enjoyable season for many, as new flowers bloom, new days bring warmth, and mild temperatures bring plenty of opportunities for picnics. But with all the pollens and particles floating through the air, it’s also a prime time for allergies to spring up. If you or someone in your family suffers from seasonal …
Have you ever sneezed due to a cold virus? Or perhaps something tickled your nose? Maybe you’ve sneezed two, three, or four times in a row? We have all experienced different types of sneezing. It’s a shared human experience, and yet it comes as a quick surprise every time it happens. So, why exactly do …
It can sometimes be very difficult to detect whether or not your child has a serious allergy. According to test results, 1 in every 3 children have some form of allergy. The longer a child’s allergy symptoms go unchecked, the more likely they are to contract something dangerous. Having allergies can drastically affect your child’s …
Pollen levels are the concentration of pollen in the air, based on your location within the nation. Checking the pollen levels in your area is a helpful tool if you suffer from allergies or hay fever. Pollen levels vary by location and are directly affected by weather conditions. If you are an allergy sufferer, you …
Spring has almost sprung, meaning that allergy season is just around the corner. During this time of year, children can be prone to allergy symptoms and illnesses that are anything but convenient. Getting a cold is never fun and having to deal with scratchy noses and feverish faces is not the best way to spend …
If you suffer from seasonal allergies then you know well the sinus pain, breathing issues and lack of sleep that can come during a flare up. Some people even suffer from allergies year-round. Read on to learn what to look out for and how to treat those annoying allergies now matter when they strike. To …
According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI), pollen season can begin as early as February and last through October. If you are someone who must put up with symptoms such as sneezing, stuffiness, sinus headaches, and itchy, watery eyes every year at this time, you should begin taking steps to prevent …
According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, allergies are the 6th leading cause of chronic illness and affect an estimated 30% of adults and 40% of children. With no cure to allergies, it becomes an issue of diagnosis and then managing allergies through treatment, of which there are a variety of options, …
