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Vocal Cord Dysfunction
Many people with VCD may be misdiagnosed with asthma and treated with
asthma medications. Since VCD is not asthma, little or no improvement is seen
in symptoms with these edications, but significant side effects can develop
with long-term use of these medicines. Misdiagnosis of VCD as asthma can also
lead to frequent and unnecessary emergency room visits and hospitalizations.
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Wall Street journal, "Is your kid Trully Allergic"
Is Your Kid Truly Allergic? Tests Add to Food Confusion
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Contact Dermatitis
Contact dermatitis is a term that describes an adverse reaction of
the skin that is caused by direct contact with a chemical in the
environment. It is a common inflammation of the skin that is
caused by exposure to an irritant or to an allergenic substance.
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Asthma Triggers
A comprehensive asthma management plan should include identification of major triggers.
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Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm
In general, most experts use the term “exercise-induced
asthma” to describe the person with pre-existing asthma
who has an exacerbation of the asthma with exercise
(EIA).
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How to Avoid Common Holiday Allergies
The holiday season is here and allergy and asthma sufferers should be extra careful as they decorate the house, prepare for feasts, or make plans for travel.
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Do you have alleriges?
Determine if you have allergies or a cold.
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Ragweed Is Here
All about ragweed.
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Flu Update
TO IMMUNIZE OR NOT TO IMMUNIZE?
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Do you have food alleriges?
Determine if you have allergies to food.
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Allergic Reactions to Insect Stings
Stinging insect allergy can be a major problem.
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Allergies or asthma during Pregnancy
Special information for you and your baby
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Asthma During Pregnancy
Frequently asked questions
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Allergic And Nonallergic Rhinitis
A common allergic reaction
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