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Who Allergy Shots Benefit
Posted by iowacityasc on May 29, 2019 10:41:23 AM
Topics: Allergies, Allergy Shots
How Allergy Shots Work
Posted by iowacityasc on May 29, 2019 10:40:37 AM
Allergy shots are a disease modifying treatment that help patients become less allergic. Listen as Dr Bubak explains.
Topics: Allergies, Allergy Shots
Self Help For Allergies
Posted by iowacityasc on May 29, 2019 10:39:32 AM
In this video Dr Bubak Discusses what kind of treatments and lifestyle changes can you do before seeing an allergist.
You can begin to care for your allergies before seeing an allergist by avoiding allergens, using antihistamines, and keeping your house closed up and air-conditioned.
Topics: Allergies
Hay Fever 101 – Is It Really Hay Fever?
Posted by iowacityasc on Apr 01, 2019 10:31:26 AM
It seems that everyone has “hay fever” these days. If you don’t believe me, just ask people if they are suffering from sneezing, stuffy or runny nose, watery eyes, and itching of the nose, eyes, or even mouth!
But What Does It Really Mean to Have Hay Fever?
Hay fever is the eye and nose allergy condition (allergic rhinoconjunctivitis) caused by ragweed pollens, which is the yellow part of the plant. It is caused by tree pollens and is often called “rose bush fever.” It’s amazing how the names don’t match the cause!
Topics: Allergies, Allergy Shots
You Have Your Anaphylaxis Plan, Now What Should You Do?
Posted by iowacityasc on Mar 19, 2019 10:29:49 AM
(Hint—Practice)
If you or your family member has suffered from anaphylaxis caused by allergies to a food, a yellow jacket sting, or something idiopathic, there has already been one terrible reaction. If that’s the case, you or your loved one have already seen an allergist, determined the cause, had epinephrine prescribed, and were taught how and when to use it, and time has been spent avoiding the trigger.
Topics: Allergies
Hunting With Allergies And Asthma
Posted by iowacityasc on Nov 05, 2018 10:20:25 AM
Let’s face it, men (and even many of you women), a beautiful Fall day with friends and family in the great outdoors is just made for a hunt. But what if you are allergic to the mold spores and pollen grains floating through the crisp Fall air? Don’t be discouraged! With a little help from your Board-Certified Allergist, you, your friends and family, and even the hunting dogs can all enjoy a great day of hunting!
Topics: Allergies
MY ALLERGIES ARE TERRIBLE!
Posted by iowacityasc on Sep 13, 2018 10:17:39 AM
Once the allergy season kicks in, the misery soon follows. What can you do to get some relief?
Topics: Allergies, Allergy Shots
What Are Hives?
Posted by iowacityasc on Feb 13, 2018 10:15:39 AM
Hives (or urticaria) will affect 1 out of 5 people during their lifetime. They are itchy, red or skin colored bumps with redness around them that come and go. Histamine is the substance that actually causes the hives. This means that if you have hives, they are the result of histamine being released from your mast cells.
Topics: Allergies
When To See An Allergist
Posted by iowacityasc on Nov 23, 2017 4:50:50 PM
Not all allergy problems require you to see an allergist. If you are able to control your occasional allergy symptoms with over-the-counter antihistamines or nasal steroids, you usually don’t need to see a doctor that specializes in allergies. However, if your allergies are interfering with your normal day-to-day activities, it may be time to see an allergist.
Topics: Allergies