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FAQ: Allergy Drops AKA Sublingual Immunotherapy
If you experience itchy eyes, congestion, runny nose and sneezing after visiting The Atlanta Botanical Garden, you may be looking for a long-term solution. Allergy drops, also known as sublingual immunotherapy, might be the answer.…
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Allergy Shots or Drops? What’s the Difference?
If you’ve tried everything to stop your allergies from flaring up when you walk through Wildwood Park, it may be time to ask your allergist about immunotherapy. This type of treatment can help build immunity…
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How Long Does Sublingual Immunotherapy Take to Work?
Sublingual immunotherapy, more commonly known as allergy drops, is a long-term treatment for allergies. It’s an alternative to subcutaneous immunotherapy, or allergy shots, that is growing increasingly popular. Below we review everything you need to…
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3 Common Allergy Myths
Allergies affect millions of people in the US every year. Despite their prevalence, there are still a few common myths about allergies. Some of which may be impacting your choices when it comes to treating…
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Can Immunotherapy Help Reduce Dust Mite Allergies?
Do you feel itchy and sneezy after making a trip up to your attic or when cleaning your house? If so, you may be allergic to dust mites. Recent research has found immunotherapy to be…
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Tips for Relief from Cat Related Allergies
Your daughter just adopted a cat from The Atlanta Humane Society. She’s thrilled. Your grandkids are thrilled. They can’t wait for you to visit. The only problem? You are allergic to cats. If you have…
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Can Allergies Be the Cause of Frequent Ear Infections?
Do you experience chronic ear infections? Do you also suffer from allergies? It turns out, the two conditions can be closely linked. We review this link as well as how to find relief below. How…
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How Oral Immunotherapy May Help Your Child’s Peanut Allergy
Peanut allergies affect approximately 2% of children, or about 1.5 million people ages 17 and younger, in the U.S. For many of these children, the effects of exposure to peanuts are life-threatening. In most cases,…
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How to Manage Winter Allergies
Many people think of allergies as only a problem during the spring and summer months, but the truth is allergies can affect you year-round. The difference between spring/summer allergies and winter allergies is that in…
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Nightshades: What They Are and How to Know if You’re Allergic
Nightshades are a family of foods and spices packed with nutrients. Some common nightshades include: Nightshades have a bad reputation in certain diet communities for contributing to inflammation. However, there is little evidence to support…