Eczema,or atopic dermatitis, is a chronic and inflammatory skin condition that usually begins during childhood. It can be associated with skin infections as well as other allergic disorders such as asthma, allergic rhinitis, and food allergies.
Hives, also called urticaria, are itchy raised bumps on the skin that can be severely debilitating. When it lasts more than 6 weeks, it is considered chronic. Blood work is usually done by an allergist, but sometimes an underlying cause cannot be identified.
There is a well-known medical condition that is characterized by asthma, sinus disease with recurrent nasal polyps, and sensitivity to aspirin or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen.
This is a continuation of the discussion about allergen immunotherapy (AIT) or “allergy shots” from last week. If you haven’t read the first blog, please look back at that blog
Allergen Immunotherapy (AIT) or “allergy shots” is a well-studied and effective treatment for allergic conditions including seasonal allergies. In 1911, researchers published the first scientific article in the prominent British journal, The Lancet, demonstrating the effectiveness of injecting pollen in incremental amounts for treating patients with hay fever.
