Entries by AZSneeze

CHRONIC URTICARIA (CHRONIC HIVES):

Many patients at AAAI suffer from hives or urticaria. Hives are itchy welts that appear on the surface of the skin. They are caused when special cells in your immune system, called mast cells, release histamine. Sometimes mast cells are affected in deeper layers of skin and this causes swelling (angioedema), most commonly in the […]

February 13, 2019 by
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Preventing Food Allergy Reactions at Restaurants

Patients with life-threatening (also called IgE-Mediated) food allergies need to take special precautions at all times to be sure to avoid a severe reaction or anaphylaxis.  Food allergies can lead to increased stress or avoidance of eating out at restaurants. While we always recommend carrying an up-to-date epinephrine auto-injector (remember, always carry two!) and reading […]

November 27, 2018 by

Allergies, Asthma and Back to School

The beginning of the school year is an exciting time for many, but it can also be a time of anxiety for children who have asthma or allergies.  Help your child walk confidently into school this year, knowing that they are prepared as possible. 1. Keep on top of medication before the school year starts. […]

August 16, 2017 by

Monsoon Season Allergies

The monsoon season is an eerily beautiful time of year that brings with it storms and sweet relief from the scorching summer heat. Unfortunately, with the monsoons also come monsoon season allergies, infection and issues with digestion for many. Whipping winds with pollen, dirt and dust particles are the perfect recipe to aggravate your allergies. […]

August 16, 2017 by

Asthma During Pregnancy

Asthma During Pregnancy Asthma is one of the most common medical problems that occurs during pregnancy. It can be potentially serious. Some studies have suggested that asthma complicates up to 7% of all pregnancies. About 30% of all women with asthma report their asthma  worsened while pregnant. But with the right treatment and care, you and your baby can […]

July 7, 2017 by