Allergy and Asthma Professionals

As the weather gets cooler, and the sweaters come out, some people have allergies and sensitivities to wool and other fibers. Make sure to read those labels carefully!

Going apple picking this Fall? Visiting any petting zoos or walking through corn mazes? Make sure you have your inhaler and take your allergy medicine! There are so many things outdoors this time of year that can cause a flare up of your asthma or allergy symptoms.

Do your allergies seem worse in the morning? There are a few reasons why, AND there are things that you can do to help lessen your symptoms.

We are continuing to take pandemic related safety precautions, and are maintaining our current office procedures. If you need to schedule your allergy injection appointment, we're offering limited hours at our Lankenau office for our patients that need to be seen in person. You can call us at: 610-649-9300... Our hours are: Monday-Thursday, 10am-5:30pm and Friday, 10am-4:30pm Our Upper Darby Location is still closed. We are still following the CDC guidelines to keep our patients and staff safe and healthy!

WHAT ARE ALLERGY SHOTS AND ARE THEY RIGHT FOR YOU? Allergy shots help your body get accustomed to allergens, and over time the allergy injections decrease the antigens so you are no longer producing allergic antibodies and you no longer get the reactions. HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU GET ALLERGY SHOTS?... The allergy shots will be more frequent at the onset of the treatment, but will decrease over time until all you need are maintenance doses. HOW SHOULD YOU PREPARE? In order to be safe, it is recommended to avoid exercise or doing anything strenuous for two hours before and after your appointment, and it's important to inform your allergist about any other medications or herbs and supplements you are taking. Some medications can interfere with the treatment or increase your risk of side effects. Find out more about allergy shots and how they can help you: https://allergypa.com/allergy-shots/

We love cats, and pets provide so much love and companionship, but it's difficult for people with pet allergies to have animals in their home. Call our office today to make an appointment to see one of our doctors about a cat allergy.

Today is the first day of National Fall Foliage Week! The changing leaves are beautiful, but raking them can be difficult for people with allergies and asthma. It can cause pollens and molds to fly up into the air around you and trigger symptoms. Make sure to wear a mask while raking leaves or doing any other work in the yard!

Millions of people are allergic to nuts as it's one of the most common food allergies. It's so important to carefully read labels before consuming food, because so many packaged foods are processed in facilities that contain nuts. Find out how we can help you with your nut allergy, or any other food allergy: https://allergypa.com/food-allergies/

It's important to know what the most common asthma triggers are in order to prevent flare-ups. See a list of triggers on the Asthma page of our website, where you will also find descriptions on the difference between intermittent and persistent asthma, as well as information about asthma in children. https://allergypa.com/asthma/

Are you ready for fall allergy season? Here are a few things you may not know that can help you feel prepared. https://acaai.org//four-things-you-might-not-know-about-fa

Want to get a handle on your health? We can help, because our doctors do not put a "band-aid" on allergic diseases. We treat our patients with definitive therapies like immunotherapy, which alleviates the allergic reaction causing nasal, eye, sinus, and respiratory symptoms. After continuing immunotherapy through to maintenance doses and discontinuing the injections, the allergy symptoms to not return as they would with the discontinuation of allergy medication. Contact our practice today to make an appointment so our doctors can begin providing relief to you and your family. https://allergypa.com/

How do you know if the symptoms you're experiencing are from allergies or a cold? Could they also be symptoms of Covid? Don't panic, there is a lot of good information out there to help you determine the cause. A particularly helpful guideline: If you're someone who gets allergies every year, watch for symptoms that are different from what you usually have. https://www.healthline.com//flu-allergies-coronavirus-diff

We are hiring Part Time Nurses, LPNs and RNs, to work 2-3 days a week. Our practice is open Monday - Thursday from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm and Friday from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. No weekends, no evenings, and holidays OFF! We also have on-site parking. Email your resumes to [email protected]

Poinsettias are everywhere right now as part of beautiful holiday displays, but be careful handling them of you have an allergy! Skin contact with the sap of poinsettia plant can cause an itchy rash. Wash the area with soap and water and use a cool compress, and be sure to seek medical attention if you think your reaction becomes severe.

If you suffer from tree allergies but you really love having a real Christmas tree every year, there are things you can do.The Leyland Cypress tree is pollen-free and is a great allergy friendly option! You can find that information, and additional tips on how to avoid allergens this holiday. https://www.verywellhealth.com/is-your-christmas-tree-ruini

REMEMBER: Sometimes foods that you have eaten for years without problems can cause allergies. Symptoms of a food allergy include: Itching and swelling in your mouth Vomiting, diarrhea, or abdominal cramps and pain... Hives and eczema Tightening of the throat and trouble breathing Drop in blood pressure If you think you may have a food allergy, call our office today and make an appointment to see one of our doctors! https://allergypa.com/food-allergies/

Happy Hanukkah from our family to yours!

Mold allergies can be tricky because symptons can often mimic symptoms of other conditions as well. Your allergist can diagnose whether mold is the culprit to your symptoms. A skin prick test gives accurate results in just a few minutes! Find out more about mold allergy symptoms and causes here: https://allergypa.com/mold-allergies/

It means so much to us to know that our patients' lives are so much improved under our care. You can find more patient testimonials and add your own here: https://allergypa.com/testimonials

Did you know that fear can trigger your asthma symptoms? If you're in the mood to start watching all of your favorite Halloween movies, make sure you have your inhaler nearby for those jump scares!

If you suffer from dust allergies, cleaning your home regularly can help keep symptoms at bay. But at the same time allergies can be even worse right after cleaning because it stirs up all of the durst particles! American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology has some tips for what you can do. https://acaai.org/allergies/types/dust-allergy

As the weather gets cooler, and the sweaters come out, some people have allergies and sensitivities to wool and other fibers. Make sure to read those labels carefully!

It's important to know what the most common asthma triggers are in order to prevent flare-ups. See a list of triggers on the Asthma page of our website, where you will also find descriptions on the difference between intermittent and persistent asthma, as well as information about asthma in children. https://allergypa.com/asthma/

WHAT ARE ALLERGY SHOTS AND ARE THEY RIGHT FOR YOU? Allergy shots help your body get accustomed to allergens, and over time the injections decrease the antigens so you are no longer producing allergic antibodies and you no longer get the reactions. HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU GET ALLERGY SHOTS?... The shots will be more frequent at the onset of the treatment, but will decrease over time until all you need are maintenance doses. HOW SHOULD YOU PREPARE? In order to be safe, it is recommended to avoid exercise or doing anything strenuous for two hours before and after your appointment, and it's important to inform your allergist about any other medications or herbs and supplements you are taking. Some medications can interfere with the treatment or increase your risk of side effects. Find out more about allergy shots and how they can help you: https://allergypa.com/allergy-shots/

We are continuing to take pandemic related safety precautions, and are maintaining our current office procedures. If you need to schedule your injection appointment, we're offering limited hours at our Lankenau office for our patients that need to be seen in person. You can call us at: 610-649-9300... Our hours are: Monday-Thursday, 10am-5:30pm and Friday, 10am-4:30pm Our Upper Darby Location is still closed. We are still following the CDC guidelines to keep our patients and staff safe and healthy! https://allergypa.com/

Our practice is as "allergy-free" as possible for our patients. Part of that means asking our staff to not wear or use essential oils, perfumes, colognes, or any other kind of fragrances. We want our office to be a welcoming and comfortable place for everyone.

We are all living in an incredibly stressful time. Being stuck inside your home for long stretches can be hard on the mental health of you and your family. Here's a list of five ways you and your family can all use to destress from the safety of your home.

Regular cold and flu season is arriving, and this year there is also the added worry that any symptom you have could be COVID- 19 instead of allergies. Don't panic, there is a lot of good information out there to help you. A particularly helpful guideline: If you're someone who gets allergies every year, watch for symptoms that are different from what you usually have. https://www.healthline.com//flu-allergies-coronavirus-diff

Today is the first day of National Fall Foliage Week! The changing leaves are beautiful, but raking them can be difficult for people with allergies and asthma. It can cause pollens and molds to fly up into the air around you and trigger symptoms. Make sure to wear a mask while raking leaves or doing any other work in the yard!