How Do Allergy Shots Work?
Do you experience itchy, watery eyes, congestion, runny nose and sneezing after visiting Stephen C. Beachy Central Park? Are you getting inadequate relief from over-the-counter (OTC) allergy medications? If so, you may benefit from allergy shots – a long-term approach to treating allergy symptoms. Who Is a Good Candidate for Allergy Shots? Allergy shots require…
Breaking Down Allergy Myths
Despite allergies being extremely common – affecting more than 50 million Americans each year – there are a lot of misconceptions around the condition. Below we review some common myths about allergies and the truths behind them. Myth: There Is No Treatment for Allergies Truth: There are many options available to treat allergies. Over-the-counter (OTC)…
Everything You Need to Know About Pollen Allergies
Pollen is a fine yellow powder that is produced by flowers, trees, grasses and weeds. Its job is to fertilize other plants of the same species. Flower pollen, which is large and waxy, is carried from plant to plant at The Gardens at Texas A&M University by bees and does not tend to cause allergy…
Understanding Cat Allergies
If you’re one of the many people who decided to adopt or foster a cat from Aggieland Humane Society to keep you company while you stay home, you may have realized that you’re in for more than you bargained for. While the snuggles and headbutts are cute, they may be the source of your allergy…
Do You Have a Mold Allergy?
Allergies to pollen occur only when the particular plant is flowering, usually in the spring, summer or fall. But mold allergies can be year-round. While medication can keep your symptoms under control, the best defense against this type of allergy is to reduce your exposure. Mold Allergy Symptoms The symptoms seen with a mold allergy…
Your Child Is Probably Not Allergic to Penicillin
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, about five million kids in the U.S. have been diagnosed with a penicillin allergy, most often by their third birthday. However, recent research has uncovered that this label is often overused, and that many children deemed allergic to penicillin actually are not. About the Research One study of…
How a Beetle Can Help Your Allergies
Are you one of the more than 23 million Americans with a ragweed pollen allergy? The Ophraella communa beetle may be able to help. Ragweed Eating Beetle The Ophraella communa is a type of beetle native to North America. Introduced to Europe around 2013, the beetle eats ragweed’s leaves and flowers, drastically reducing the amount…
Are You Prepared for Cedar Allergy Season?
Many associate environmental allergies with springtime, but for those living in Texas, winter has its own share of allergens. Every year from December until February, gusty northwest winds spread cedar pollen throughout the state. Typically, the highest pollen counts are seen in late December and early January. It is difficult for an allergist to predict…
Penicillin Allergies: Much Ado About Nothing?
About 10 percent of Houston-area residents believe they are allergic to penicillin, but research indicates penicillin allergies are much rarer than commonly thought. If you’ve shied away from the antibiotic when suffering from a bacterial infection, you might benefit from allergy testing to verify whether or not taking penicillin is actually dangerous in your situation….
