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Pollen season

They’re called “seasonal allergies” because each type of pollen has a season where they’re most potent. Here’s a general timeline of common pollen seasons:   https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/topics/live-well/2018/06/10-easy-ways-to-beat-seasonal-allergies-when-the-pollen-count-spikes/#:~:text=They’re%20called%20%22seasonal%20allergies,September%20in%20a%20warm%20year Author Nathalia P
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Spring allergies

Spring is beautiful, but it’s also a key time of year for seasonal allergies. As plants release pollen, millions of people with hay fever start to sniffle and sneeze. There’s no cure, but you …
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Allergy Shots

Allergy shots or allergy immunotherapy is a great option for people who suffer with environmental allergies.  We are able to individualize the therapy based on a person’s allergies which …
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Patch It Up!

Patch testing is another type of test offered at Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus Center of Long Island.  This is a test we use for contact dermatitis. What is contact …
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Nasal Polyps

The term ‘polyp’ can sound scary but in this case, it is a benign growth that is usually found in the nasal or sinus cavity.  It is unclear how …
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Skin Testing?

To avoid an allergic reaction, you need to know what you’re allergic to. Skin testing one way your doctor can check on what causes your symptoms. These tests use extracts (a concentrated …
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Childhood asthma

Although there is no proven way to predict which children will develop asthma, studies have identified certain predictors for asthma in children: •    Diagnosed allergies, including skin and food …
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