Where there isn’t drought, high humidity and rain are hiking up mold counts (and sneezes) in some parts of the country. By Jaimie Dalessio, Senior Editor TUESDAY, August 7, 2012 — How well do you know mold? “It’s the fungus among us,” allergist Joseph Leija, MD, says with a chuckle. For 15 years, Dr. Leija […]
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Inhaled Steroids for Asthma & Growth Concerns: The Facts Asthma feels like an uninvited guest. Wheezing after play, coughing at night, chest tightness. Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are your main weapon, controlling airway inflammation before it becomes an attack. But many parents worry: “Will these inhalers stunt my child’s growth?” The Growth Question A landmark New
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Both maternal and infant nutrition play a critical role in determining the subsequent risk of not only allergic diseases but also many other non-communicable diseases. A study by Maslova et al published in JACI 2012, suggests that dietary allergen restriction in pregnancy is neither justified nor likely to be effective in reducing allergic disease. It
Geographic Factors can Cause Allergies, Asthma New study finds those living close to the equator are at higher risk ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (February 4, 2013) – Those living near the equator may find themselves sneezing and wheezing more than usual. And the reason may not be due to increasing pollen counts. According to a new
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Can Food Allergy Immunotherapy Help Children with Severe Food Allergies? For years, managing food allergies meant one thing: avoidance. Parents became expert label readers, meal planners, and restaurant negotiators, always on high alert for hidden allergens. The fear of accidental exposure and life-threatening reactions was an ever-present worry. An EpiPen was a must-have at all
The picture above shows some clinical signs of allergy. Dark circles under eyes (allergic shiners) with skin folds (Denny-Morgan folds) or eye bags. Itchy nose and sneezing with the child constantly rubbing the nose upwards (allergic salute) Crease on the nose (allergic nasal crease) Itchy red eyes (allergic conjunctivitis) Itchy dry skin behind the knees or on
Can Probiotics Help Prevent Allergies? Here’s What the Science Says With allergic diseases on the rise, prevention strategies are more important than ever. While we often focus on avoiding allergens and managing symptoms, an exciting area of research is uncovering the role of gut bacteria in shaping our immune system. We now know that the
We are all very excited about the recently published study from the New England Journal of Medicine that looked at early introduction of Peanut to at risk children (these are children with severe eczema, who are at risk of developing peanut allergy). What this study found was that avoidance of peanut did not prevent peanut allergy.
