Egg Allergies: Symptoms, Treatments, & Substitutions
Eggs are known for being high in protein and easy to eat in a variety of different ways. According to a 2019 Food & Wine article, the average American consumes 279 eggs a year. If you’re used to eating eggs but have noticed a change in how your body reacts after eating them, it’s possible... So, Someone in your Family has Peanut Allergy!
by Richard S. Roberts, M.D.Updated Announcement November 16, 2020:Carolina Asthma and Allergy Center is excited to announce that it is now offering Palforzia. Dr. Emily Langley provides an update on this new treatment. She comments, "the first peanut oral immunotherapy product, named Palforzia, was FDA approved earlier this year, and we are excited to be able... To Immunize or Not to Immunize? A Serious Question for Flu Season
by Richard P. Silton, M.D. and Roopen R. Patel, M.D. 34 Tips to Help Allergy Proof Your Home
Did you know there are steps you can take to reduce allergens in your own home? Live more comfortably by taking the steps below to reduce mold, dust, pollen, or other allergies from your home.What Are Allergens?An allergen is anything that triggers an allergic reaction. The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) defines... Recommendations for Exposing Infants to Peanuts
Updated March 2023New parents face many life challenges when they have a child. Diaper changes, bathing and feeding represent a small portion of these challenges – with a lot of advice and assistance from friends and family, of course.One important thing new parents need to know is that the guidelines for peanut allergies changed in... Tips for Surviving Spring Allergies in Charlotte
When we think of spring, we think of flowers blooming, nice weather, outdoors, sports. Many Charlotte residents agree it’s our most beautiful time of year! However, for nearly one-third of you, spring is not enjoyable due to spring allergies.If you are one of over 40 million Americans who suffer from seasonal allergies or asthma, spring can... Pet Allergies: Symptoms, Causes and What to Do
You love your pet like a member of the family, but what happens when your pet triggers your allergy symptoms? You want to keep living with your pet, but not if that means an itchy, runny nose, congestion, coughing and sneezing all the time. What do you do?The good news is that it’s possible to... Rhinitis and Hay Fever
What Is Rhinitis? Rhinitis can be an extremely uncomfortable condition. With symptoms like postnasal drip, sneezing and a stuffy or runny nose, this medical condition can make you less productive at work, have you seeing the doctor more often and leave you suffering from drowsiness and other side effects of treatments. Rhinitis can manifest in one […]
Why Are Allergies Worse in the Morning?
You seem to go through the same routine day after day this time of year. You wake up with congestion, a runny nose, watery eyes and a cough that won’t quit. Annoyed, you drag yourself out of bed and straight to the kitchen or bathroom so you can administer your allergy medication.Within a few hours,... Can Allergies Be Cured?
Many times when we receive a diagnosis we are given medications which can help our body heal and, with time, we are sometimes cured. Yet allergy medications work only for symptom control.This may have you wondering, are allergies curable? Is there a treatment you’re missing?Why Are Allergies so Hard to Cure?Why is it that allergies... 
