Spring has Sprung, at least for allergies!
As previously predicted, it is a very severe spring for allergies! Patients have mobbed our clinic for help, and they are early this year. Why [...]
Prurigo Nodularis–the itch that scares and then scars!
What is prurigo nodularis? Prurigo nodularis is a very itchy rash that culminates in nodular formation. What causes prurigo nodularis? We do not know. However, [...]
What is an allergy shot (immunotherapy)?
Many of us have heard of “allergy shots” but I’ve noticed there is some confusion about what they are. Allergy shots are a series of [...]
Feed a cold, starve a fever—but what if you can’t get well? A few words on Immunodeficiency
Have you ever thought you have too many infections? Do other people get you sick and get well right away whereas you are debilitated for [...]
Before I come see you, how can I deal with cat allergies?
It is terrible to have to re-house an animal, especially if you are the one doing it. When I hear stories, the allergies are not [...]
Not fitting into the Mold? A brief guide to Mold Allergy
It is that time of year…after the crazy rains we have had, it is hard not to expect the mold spores to come. Unfortunately, for [...]
Rain, Rain, go away! Bring the pollen another day!
Oh my goodness! Have you ever seen so much rain! Are our water tables full yet? I hope so. That will be great. However, I [...]
The gut and asthma risk
More and more is being learned about the human microbiome, the collection of bacteria, viruses, and fungi, collectively known as microbes, that make their home [...]
Before I come see you, how can I deal with dog allergies?
It is terrible to have to re-house an animal, especially if you are the one doing it. When I hear stories, the allergies are not [...]
Nasal polyposis
What are nasal polyps? Nasal polyps are non-cancerous, painless growths of the sinus mucosa. They can obstruct the sinus and nasal passages and even grow [...]
