Can Allergy Testing Benefit Patients with Asthma?
For many people, their allergies and asthma are closely linked. We review the connection between these two conditions as well as the benefits of allergy testing below. What Are Allergies? Allergies occur when the immune system overreacts to normally-harmless substances known as allergens. When an allergen, such as pollen found at Bee Creek Park, enters…
What Are Common Summer Allergens?
It’s a common misconception that allergy season ends at the onset of summer, when in fact your allergy season depends on what you’re allergic to. There are many allergens that thrive in the summer months, triggering symptoms. We review some of the most common ones below. Grass Pollen Trees typically pollinate from February to June,…
Is Your Headache from Acid Reflux?
Do you suffer from both acid reflux and chronic headaches? If so, you may be surprised to learn that the two conditions are closely linked. We review the research on the connection below. What Is Acid Reflux? Acid reflux refers to when the contents of a person’s stomach flow back into their esophagus. This can…
Can Allergen Immunotherapy Prevent Pediatric Asthma?
Asthma is a condition that causes shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing. These episodes may be triggered by tobacco smoke, dust mites, air pollution, pests, pet dander, mold, pollen at Stephen C. Beachy Central Park, exercise, weather, strong emotions, etc. While there is no cure for asthma, there are ways to manage it. Additionally, research…
Deborah S. Supernaw, FNP
Deborah is a family nurse practitioner who has eight years of prior experience in ICU care. She now specializes in otolaryngology nursing and remains dedicated to providing top-level care for the patients in her community.
If You Lose Your Smell Due to COVID-19, Researchers Suggest This May Be Why
COVID “long-haulers” are those who experience lingering symptoms for weeks or months after they’ve cleared the infection. Common long-hauler symptoms include fatigue, shortness of breath, cough, joint pain, muscle pain, chest pain, brain fog and loss of smell. If you’ve lost your sense of smell or are experiencing other symptoms, researchers have uncovered why this…
Can Immunotherapy Help Reduce Dust Mite Allergies?
Atopic dermatitis, more commonly known as eczema, is a condition characterized by red, itchy patches on the skin. While eczema is common in children, it can affect people at any age. Eczema is long-lasting and tends to flare up periodically. It is also often accompanied by symptoms of asthma and hay fever. There is no…
