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Egg Allergies: Symptoms, Treatments, & Substitutions

Egg-allergyEggs 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...

34 Tips to Help Allergy Proof Your Home

home-w-dog-scaledDid 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...

Tips for Surviving Spring Allergies in Charlotte

flowersWhen 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...

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...

How Do I Know If I Have a Dust Mite Allergy?

Why-Are-My-Allergies-Worse-at-Night-scaledSpringtime has officially arrived, which means it’s prime allergy season. You may rely on over-the-counter or even prescription medication to get you through, but this year has been different. You’re still taking your medication, but you can’t seem to stop itching, sneezing, and feeling congested.You’re starting to wonder if this is an issue with your...

Do I Have Hay Fever Or Allergies?

Are you sneezing all the time? Do your eyes itch? Perhaps your mouth or skin also are itchy. If you answered yes, it is likely that you have a medical condition known as allergic rhinitis. Don’t panic, allergic rhinitis is just a medical term for the common affliction known as hay fever. In fact, estimates...