Asthmatic Bronchitis: Asthmatic bronchitis is a hybrid condition combining two common conditions: asthma and bronchitis (chronic). The common symptoms may or may not include chest pain or discomfort, shortness of breath, fever, fatigue, wheezing, weakness, etc. Other symptoms that are fairly common include: blue colored lips, swelling in the ankles, legs and feet and frequent respiratory problems.
What are Nasal Polyps? Nasal polyps are non-cancerous growths that occur as the nasal passage tissue becomes inflamed and irritated. When nasal polyps become irritated, they may enlarge to the point that they block the nasal passage. This may result in breathing issues.
What is Chronic Sinusitis? Chronic sinusitis is defined by an infection of the sinuses that lasts longer than 8 weeks. The paranasal sinuses become inflamed and irritated, and may be the result of a cold or infection.
Eczema: Eczema or dermatitis is a condition of the skin in which patches of skin become rough, scaly or bumpy and are accompanied by varying degrees if itchiness. Eczema is estimated to afflict up to 30% of the US population. This skin condition is thought to be genetic and cannot be cured. Some cases of eczema disappear after childhood while others remain throughout life.
The form of dermatitis called atopic eczema is found in infants, children, and adults. Children under five are the most common recipient, but flare-ups can occur in adults throughout their life. Some adults don’t have any sign of symptoms until later adulthood. Atopic eczema is thought to be a malfunction of the immune system, hereditary, and a chronic condition. Common triggers for atopic eczema are stress, food allergies, changes in temperature, and dry skin.
Allergic Shots Alternatives: This option should be considered as a last resort when considering the wide range of allergy treatments available. Individuals with mild to severe allergies may present with one or several of a wide variety of symptoms. Exposure to an allergen (or substance to which an individual is allergic) triggers the presentation of symptoms.
Urticaria Treatments: Urticaria, also known as hives, is usually the result of an allergic reaction, which causes inflammation, burning, stinging and itching to occur any place on the body. Depending on the length of the occurrence, Urticaria can be classified as either acute or chronic. Acute Urticaria lasts any where from several hours to several weeks. Chronic Urticaria, also called Nettle Rash, persists for longer than six weeks.
Allergic Otitis: An instance of inflammation or infection of the ear brought on by a specific allergen. Allergens can be anything found in the environment. They are typically non-harmful, but in combination with certain other factors or specific allergies developed by individuals they can result in negative medical states.
Urticaria: Urticaria or hives is a skin rash that usually results from an allergic reaction. The hives can differ in size and shape, tiny pin pricks to bulky welts, but they most often appear as inflamed, itchy bumps and can be found any where on the body. Urticaria that last only a few hours or days before going away is called Acute Urticaria. Hives that persist longer than six weeks are diagnosed as Chronic Urticaria.
What is Atopy? Atopy is a hereditary disorder that is characterized by a sensitive reaction to environmental allergens. Atopy is a gene, typically, passed down by the mother, but if a child has a carrier in both mother and father, he/she is more than 50% likely to show symptoms. Allergens include dust, mold, pollen, and foods.