Allergies can make life in North Texas uncomfortable to say the least. But the great news is that treatments like sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) are available to restore a bit of normalcy to allergy sufferers. If you have allergies, you may have heard of SLIT and wonder if it’s a good option for your family. Today we’ll review why it may be the best choice to help you feel better, and provide a shareable infographic for quick reference.
Why Allergy Drops Are a Top Choice For Allergy Treatment
Also called allergy drops, SLIT is one of the newest treatments available for people living with long-term or seasonal allergies. Known for its many benefits, it’s one of the top allergy treatment options. Below you’ll find a few reasons you may want to consider it for yourself and your family.
Suitable for All Family Members
No one wants their children to suffer from any discomfort, illness or allergies. When hearing about treatments, many parents wonder if allergy drops are a safe option for their kids. SLIT is actually a good choice for pediatric allergy treatment as it’s an easy program to follow and administer. It also fits right into a family’s hectic schedule. Older children can be actively involved in their care and gain a greater sense of responsibility with this easy-to-take treatment.
A Gentler Option
When people think about allergy treatments, “allergy shots” often come to mind first. While subcutaneous immunotherapy (SCIT/allergy shots) remains a highly effective option, injections are one of the least favorite ways for patients to have medications administered. As allergy drops are taken by dropper under the tongue, it provides a more gentle option for patients of all ages.
Covers Multiple Allergens
Allergy drops are a suitable treatment for environmental and food allergens. Food allergy drops can alleviate symptoms associated with several food allergies. These allergens can be highly disruptive to daily life, as vigilance is of utmost importance when it comes to what is consumed. While diligence in avoidance and monitoring labels remain a priority, SLIT treatment has allowed some patients to broaden their dietary choices once again.
As you may know, currently there is no cure for allergies. However, by following an allergy drop regimen closely, some patients have greatly decreased their reactions, and that includes lower need for an epinephrine auto-injector. These are a few reasons we believe that SLIT is the ideal treatment option for patients who are candidates for treatment.
Allergy Drops & Additional Innovative Treatments Infographic
Here’s an infographic discussing various ways your local allergist may offer to help you overcome or better manage your allergies. It gives you a high-level look at the treatments, what they combat, and how they are administered. We’ve made this resource easily shareable so please spread the word, and we hope to see you to help you feel better soon!
Visit North Texas’ Preferred Allergist for Treatments
Dr. Mireku and the staff of TexasAllergyMD are committed to your health and well-being. She’s been treating families for allergies, asthma and eczema in McKinney/Prosper for more than a decade, and now has an office in Southlake. Request an appointment, or call us at (469) 375-1525 today.
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