http://www.theonlineallergist.com/news en ycohen.allergy@gmail.com Copyright 2012 2012-05-04T00:20:47+00:00 http://www.theonlineallergist.com/blog/are-allergy-shots-safe-long-term http://www.theonlineallergist.com/site/are-allergy-shots-safe-long-term/#When:23:20:47Z Much is known about the immediate and short-term side effects of subcutaneous immunotherapy, or allergy shots. But, little is known about the long-term effects of allergy shot immunotherapy. 2012-05-03T23:20:47+00:00 http://www.theonlineallergist.com/blog/this-video-is-worth-watching-dr.-mike-evans http://www.theonlineallergist.com/site/this-video-is-worth-watching-dr.-mike-evans/#When:01:30:03Z Even though my expertise is allergies and asthma, every once in a while I will see a health related new item or report that I deem to be so important that I want to share it with everyone.  Such is the case with this 9 minute video by Dr. Mike Evans. 2012-05-02T01:30:03+00:00 http://www.theonlineallergist.com/blog/allergies-in-babies http://www.theonlineallergist.com/site/allergies-in-babies/#When:02:41:53Z Baby allergies are a fear of any new parent.  Allergies in babies are relatively common, and, because of their age, newborns and infants can be especially sensitive to food allergies. Symptoms of allergies in babies and infants may include colic, irritability, excessive spitting and vomiting, rashes (including eczema or hives), nasal symptoms (such as congestion and runny nose), coughing or wheezing, and other gastrointestinal symptoms (diarrhea, bloody stools, or constipation). There can also be poor weight gain. 2011-12-06T02:41:53+00:00 http://www.theonlineallergist.com/blog/are-there-any-side-effects-to-allergy-shots http://www.theonlineallergist.com/site/are-there-any-side-effects-to-allergy-shots/#When:00:32:17Z Allergy shots have been given for many decades, and they have provided allergy relief to probably millions of allergy sufferers, both young and old.  Allergy shots are an important component to a comprehensive allergy treatment plan. 2011-12-01T00:32:17+00:00 http://www.theonlineallergist.com/blog/how-young-is-too-young-for-allergy-testing http://www.theonlineallergist.com/site/how-young-is-too-young-for-allergy-testing/#When:00:58:20Z Allergy testing is a procedure that is performed by allergists to diagnose allergies.  How young can a child be to take an allergy test? 2011-11-29T00:58:20+00:00 http://www.theonlineallergist.com/blog/how-do-i-find-out-if-i-am-allergic-to-my-cat http://www.theonlineallergist.com/site/how-do-i-find-out-if-i-am-allergic-to-my-cat/#When:02:50:20Z Do I have a cat allergy?  The allergens that cause cat allergies are among the strongest allergens on the face of the earth. This fact, combined with the fact that so many children and adults who have cat allergies have cats in their homes, makes for a most challenging situation.  It is very important that cat allergies be diagnosed and that maximum effort is exerted to minimize exposure in the home. 2011-11-23T02:50:20+00:00 http://www.theonlineallergist.com/blog/snoring-can-it-be-caused-by-allergies http://www.theonlineallergist.com/site/snoring-can-it-be-caused-by-allergies/#When:00:25:41Z Snoring is caused by the turbulence of inspired air as it moves through a partially obstructed airway.  Snoring is so common that we generally dismiss its potential harmful effects or its significant causes.  Even though many adults snore, it should not be viewed as a minor noise issue disturbing only to one’s sleep partner.  In some cases, it may be a symptom of a more serious problem. 2011-11-22T00:25:41+00:00 http://www.theonlineallergist.com/blog/allergy-shots-or-allergy-drops http://www.theonlineallergist.com/site/allergy-shots-or-allergy-drops/#When:23:51:03Z Immunotherapy, or desensitization, is the cornerstone in the treatment of allergies in both children and adults.  Popularly known as “allergy shots”, this treatment modality works by exposing an allergic individual to minute amounts of the substance(s) to which he or she is allergic and increasing the dose over months to years in order to induce an increased state of tolerance to the allergen(s). 2011-11-02T23:51:03+00:00 http://www.theonlineallergist.com/blog/5-tips-to-help-your-dog-and-cat-allergies http://www.theonlineallergist.com/site/5-tips-to-help-your-dog-and-cat-allergies/#When:13:30:47Z Pet allergies are extremely common. At least 30% of the people who have allergies will find that they are allergic to dogs and cats. One needs to be aware that the pet dander from one’s own pet could be causing some serious allergy symptoms. 2011-10-28T13:30:47+00:00 http://www.theonlineallergist.com/blog/is_one_epipen_enough http://www.theonlineallergist.com/site/is_one_epipen_enough/#When:13:00:11Z A recent study assessing emergency room records confirms the fact that a significant number of patients with anaphylactic reactions to food needed more than one injection of epinephrine. The data from this study revealed that 16% of patients presenting with food induced anaphylaxis required two injections.  Previous data showed that as many as 25% of reactions required multiple doses.  Multiple doses of epinephrine appeared to be more likely in those with reactions to peanuts and tree nuts and those presenting with hypotension (low blood pressure). 2011-10-27T13:00:11+00:00