AREA OF EXPERTISE
AND SERVICES OFFERED:
The following medical conditions are
evaluated and managed:
- Hayfever
- Asthma
- Evaluation of Chronic cough, sinus
problems, headaches
- Evaluation of recurrent ear problems
or infections
- Reactions to foods and Food allergy
- Reactions to latex and medications
(Penicillin and other drugs)
- Allergy to pets
- Skin rashes: skin itching, reactions
to cosmetics, poison ivy dermatitis, eczema etc.
- Reactions to “bee stings” and
other insects
- Recurrent or chronic infections
- Immune deficiency disorders
- Anaphylaxis and other reactions
TESTS:
Allergy skin tests are done to detect
allergy to pollen, mold, pet dander or house dust. These tests also
identify “bee sting” allergy, allergy to foods and medications such as
Penicillin. Breathing tests are done for those with asthma or other
breathing difficulties. For allergic skin rashes, allergy patch tests are
done.
The tests are quick and done with minimal
discomfort. The tests are useful to diagnose the medical problem, define
the severity of the illness and provide essential information for making a
recommendation on the environmental factors. Allergy tests also identify
the formula for tailoring allergy shots for each individual.
TREATMENTS:
Once the allergy is identified, a plan is
outlined to decrease or eliminate the medical problem. Relevant
information and avoidance strategies are discussed. Where necessary,
appropriate effective drugs are prescribed.
For long term benefit, Immunotherapy or
“Allergy shots” are prescribed. These are useful in decreasing the
allergy problems due to pollen, mold, house dust, pet dander allergy and
cockroach allergy. For those with “bee sting allergy”, immunotherapy
is the best and only effective treatment.
Immunotherapy is administered at all the
office locations. If appropriate, they may be received at the Primary Care
Physician’s office. |
