Allergy: Treatments
Should I take allergy shots (immunotherapy) for allergic rhinitis and allergic asthma?
08/08/07, HealthwiseAllergic rhinitis (often called hay fever) occurs when your immune system overreacts to particles in the air that you breathe—you are allergic to them. Your immune system attacks the particles, causing symptoms such as sneezing and a runn
Allergies to Insect Stings - Treatment Overview
01/22/08, HealthwiseAllergies to insect stings are treated by avoiding the insects that cause the allergy, treating mild cases with medicines such as antihistamines, and understanding how and when to use an allergy kit for serious reactions.
Should I have allergy shots for allergies to insect stings?
01/22/08, HealthwiseAn allergic reaction to a sting occurs when your body's immune system overreacts to substances called allergens in the venom of stinging insects such as bees, wasps, hornets, or fire ants.
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Immunotherapy for allergies to insect stings
01/22/08, HealthwiseImmunotherapy is a series of allergy shots given to reduce your sensitivity to allergens that cause an allergic reaction. Small doses of allergens are injected under the skin. Over time, allergy shots can decrease the severity of your
Allergy shots (immunotherapy) for allergic rhinitis
08/08/07, HealthwiseWhen you get allergy shots (immunotherapy), your allergist or doctor injects small doses of substances that you are allergic to (allergens) under your skin. This helps your body "get used to" the allergen, which can result in fewer or
Drug Allergies - Home Treatment
07/24/07, HealthwiseHome treatment for a drug allergy includes avoiding medicines that can cause an allergic reaction, relieving symptoms, and knowing what to do if you have a severe reaction.
Food Allergies - Home Treatment
04/05/07, HealthwiseKnowing which foods trigger food allergies and avoiding those foods is the best way to prevent allergic reactions. Unfortunately, food allergens are often "hidden" in sauces, ice creams, baked goods, and other items. If you have f
Traditional sinus surgery for sinusitis
08/15/08, HealthwiseIn traditional sinus surgery, an opening is made into the sinus. The opening may be made from inside the mouth or through the skin of the face. See an illustration of the locations of the facial (paranasal) sinuses.
Allergy shots (immunotherapy) for asthma
03/22/07, HealthwiseAllergy shots (immunotherapy) are a treatment in which small doses of substances to which you are allergic (allergens) are injected under your skin. Over time, your body may become less responsive to the allergens, which means you may hav
Phototherapy for atopic dermatitis
05/05/08, HealthwisePhototherapy is the supervised use of ultraviolet (UV) light to treat skin conditions, including atopic dermatitis. Ultraviolet B (UVB), ultraviolet A (UVA), or a combination of UVB and UVA may be used during therapy.
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