UPDATE: Our offices have now re-opened with new measures to best treat you during this outbreak of Coronavirus. Thank you for your patience. Dear Patients of AASC, Amid the concerns of COVID-19, we are taking special precautions to adhere to social distancing recommendations while providing high-quality care. There have not been any recommendations for asthmatics during the current pandemic. We recommend compliance with medications, frequent hand washing, and social distancing. Our offices will be deep cleaned and reopened on March 19th. The following changes will be implemented ..read more

There are moderate amounts of both tree and grass pollen in the Chicago area. We are seeing many asthmatics and allergy sufferers struggling so make sure you are taking your nasal sprays and controller inhalers. Give us a call if symptoms are getting hard to manage. The post Pollen counts rising in Chicago appeared first on Allergy, Asthma and Sinus Centers ..read more

Saline sinus rinses can bring relief to patients with chronic sinus or rhinitis problems without the use of medication. If you suffer from chronic or acute sinus infections, sinus rinses can be helpful in removing and thinning out excessive mucus. If you have allergic rhinitis, these rinses can bring relief by removing allergens from the nostrils and sinuses. Although easy to use, the rinsing process may seem unusual at first and may take a little getting used to. Several commercial sinus rinse devices are available without a prescription. They are convenient to use and can be found i ..read more

Approximately one-third of children with Eczema may have one or more hidden contact allergies, possibly contributing to or maintaining the skin symptoms. Metals were the most common allergens among patch tested children with Eczema, nickel being the most common. Reactions to cobalt chloride and potassium dichromate were also frequent among the children with Eczema. Fragrance, too, is a common sensitizer in children. Lanolin, and Amerchol L101,  a lanolin derivative that is used as an emollient and emulsifier in ointments and in cosmetic products such as soaps, shampoos, hair conditioners, afte ..read more

Recent years have seen an increase in those suffering from allergies, including baby boomers. And because older people tend to have additional chronic diseases, diagnosis and management of allergic rhinitis (hay fever) can be a challenge. A new study shows immunotherapy (allergy shots) reduced symptoms by 55 percent after three years of therapy, and decreased the amount of medication needed for relief of symptoms by 64 percent. “Older people who suffer from hay fever may have health challenges that younger people do not,” said allergist Ira Finegold, MD, ACAAI past president. “Hay fever is oft ..read more

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first and only epinephrine autoinjector (EAI) specifically designed for the treatment of life-threatening allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, in infants and children weighing 16.5 to 33 pounds (7.5 to 15 kg), according to a company statement. Auvi-Q is a compact epinephrine auto-injector with industry-first features, including a voice prompt system that guides a user with step-by-step instructions through the delivery process, and a needle that automatically retracts following administration. The new 0.1 mg-dose epinephrine auto ..read more

A survey of 785 adults in the Netherlands, using validated questionnaires found that 6.25{216de86e72ce5de90ef5ee2435d75ab9130bf8f7ddd4f662e83b3fc058213fb3} were avoiding wheat due to reported symptoms related to gluten ingestion. The most popular use of a wheat-free diet is to alleviate symptoms related to irritable bowel disorder (IBS); however, it is possible that only one-third of patients with IBS will continue to experience symptomatic relief on long-term wheat avoidance. Wheat can also cause a true, severe allergic reaction. Jiang et al. reviewed 1 952 cases of anaphylaxis in 907 patient ..read more

Food allergies affect roughly five to eight percent of all children. A food allergy diagnosis can dramatically alter one’s life as it requires constant vigilance during meals and snacks and preparation in case a severe allergic reaction occurs. While many people experience various symptoms after eating certain foods, it is important to understand the differences between food allergy and intolerance. What is an allergy? An allergy is a response by the immune system to a food allergen, which causes symptoms that occur immediately (within a few hours) and with every exposure to that allergen. Whi ..read more

Overview Sinus infection (known as sinusitis) is a major health problem. It afflicts 31 million people in the United States. Americans spend more than $1 billion each year on over-the-counter medications to treat it. Sinus infections are responsible for 16 million doctor visits and $150 million spent on prescription medications. People who have allergies, asthma, structural blockages in the nose or sinuses, or people with weak immune systems are at greater risk. Sinus infection symptoms A bad cold is often mistaken for a sinus infection. Many symptoms are the same, including headache or ..read more

Should you wear shoes indoors? https://t.co/zw88J7QEQ0— ACAAI (@ACAAI) October 3, 2017 The post Should you wear your shoes indoors? appeared first on Allergy, Asthma and Sinus Centers ..read more