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North Texas oral allergy syndrome treatments.

What Oral Allergy Syndrome Treatments Are Available?

Oral allergy syndrome (OAS) occurs when the body confuses the proteins in raw fruits, vegetables and nuts with pollen allergens. Also called pollen-food allergy syndrome, the condition can cause various uncomfortable symptoms, including itching and tingling of the mouth, lips and throat. If you or your child experiences these symptoms, you should speak with your North Texas allergist as soon

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North Texas mountain cedar allergy.

How Mountain Cedar Allergy & Other Seasonal Allergies Differ

While not as widely known as spring and fall seasonal allergies in general, mountain cedar allergy is one of the most severe winter allergies in Texas. The pollen from mountain cedar trees causes what is commonly known as cedar fever – intense allergy symptoms that cause significant discomfort to adults and children. Understanding these unique characteristics can help people with

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North Texas allergy shots for pet allergies.

Can Allergy Shots Treat My Pet Allergy?

Sneezing, itchy eyes and a runny nose are just some of the symptoms you may experience if you have a pet allergy. For many people in North Texas these symptoms are a persistent struggle, one that will only subside with an effective pet allergy treatment. Fortunately, whether you own a cat or dog or are likely to come into contact

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North Texas milk allergy management.

Key Strategies for Managing a Milk Allergy

Milk is one of the most common food allergies affecting young children. Most often found in children under 3 years old, this allergy is a potential severe health issue that requires personalized milk allergy management. As a rich source of calcium and protein, milk is found in a wide variety of food items. Therefore, if you notice any signs of

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North Texas food allergies infographic.

Common Food Allergies, Triggers and Treatments #Infographic

While any type of food has the potential to trigger a reaction, in fact only nine major food allergens are responsible for most food allergies. If you or your child are experiencing symptoms, understanding the cause is an important first step. Today, we’ll look at the common food allergies and their likely triggers – and we also detail the best

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North Texas ragweed allergy symptoms.

Why Are Ragweed Allergy Symptoms Worse in the Fall?

Does the start of fall signal the onset of your ragweed allergy symptoms? While some associate the signs of seasonal allergies with spring and summer, fall can be the most challenging time of year for many. As the weather gets cooler ragweed pollen becomes prevalent across North Texas, leading to uncomfortable allergy symptoms for many adults and children. So if

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North Texas skin prick allergy testing.

What Allergens Are Detected by Skin Prick Allergy Testing?

Skin prick allergy testing is an accurate procedure used to identify the substance causing an individual’s allergic reactions. Usually taking less than 30 minutes, the test is commonly used to detect seasonal allergies experienced by many in McKinney, Prosper, Southlake and across North Texas. While skin prick testing is the most common method for diagnosing allergies, it won’t always be

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North Texas oral allergy syndrome treatments.

What Oral Allergy Syndrome Treatments Are Available?

Oral allergy syndrome (OAS) occurs when the body confuses the proteins in raw fruits, vegetables and nuts with pollen allergens. Also called pollen-food allergy syndrome, the condition can cause various uncomfortable symptoms, including itching and tingling of the mouth, lips and throat. If you or your child experiences these symptoms, you should speak with your North Texas allergist as soon

Read More >
North Texas mountain cedar allergy.

How Mountain Cedar Allergy & Other Seasonal Allergies Differ

While not as widely known as spring and fall seasonal allergies in general, mountain cedar allergy is one of the most severe winter allergies in Texas. The pollen from mountain cedar trees causes what is commonly known as cedar fever – intense allergy symptoms that cause significant discomfort to adults and children. Understanding these unique characteristics can help people with

Read More >
North Texas allergy shots for pet allergies.

Can Allergy Shots Treat My Pet Allergy?

Sneezing, itchy eyes and a runny nose are just some of the symptoms you may experience if you have a pet allergy. For many people in North Texas these symptoms are a persistent struggle, one that will only subside with an effective pet allergy treatment. Fortunately, whether you own a cat or dog or are likely to come into contact

Read More >
North Texas milk allergy management.

Key Strategies for Managing a Milk Allergy

Milk is one of the most common food allergies affecting young children. Most often found in children under 3 years old, this allergy is a potential severe health issue that requires personalized milk allergy management. As a rich source of calcium and protein, milk is found in a wide variety of food items. Therefore, if you notice any signs of

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North Texas food allergies infographic.

Common Food Allergies, Triggers and Treatments #Infographic

While any type of food has the potential to trigger a reaction, in fact only nine major food allergens are responsible for most food allergies. If you or your child are experiencing symptoms, understanding the cause is an important first step. Today, we’ll look at the common food allergies and their likely triggers – and we also detail the best

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North Texas ragweed allergy symptoms.

Why Are Ragweed Allergy Symptoms Worse in the Fall?

Does the start of fall signal the onset of your ragweed allergy symptoms? While some associate the signs of seasonal allergies with spring and summer, fall can be the most challenging time of year for many. As the weather gets cooler ragweed pollen becomes prevalent across North Texas, leading to uncomfortable allergy symptoms for many adults and children. So if

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North Texas skin prick allergy testing.

What Allergens Are Detected by Skin Prick Allergy Testing?

Skin prick allergy testing is an accurate procedure used to identify the substance causing an individual’s allergic reactions. Usually taking less than 30 minutes, the test is commonly used to detect seasonal allergies experienced by many in McKinney, Prosper, Southlake and across North Texas. While skin prick testing is the most common method for diagnosing allergies, it won’t always be

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