Allergy Types
An allergy is an exaggerated response from your immune system to a normally harmless substance. There are countless types of allergies; each of which has its own set of symptoms. The most common allergy types are:
- Drugs
- Food
- Insect Stings
- Latex
- Mold
- Pets
- Pollen
- Mice & Cockroaches
Symptoms
Allergy symptoms differ depending on the type of allergy. The symptoms typically involve the airways, sinuses, nasal passages and skin and can range from mild to severe.
- Nasal Congestion
- Sneezing
- Runny Nose
- Itchy Eyes & Throat
- Watery Eyes
- Postnasal Drip
- Hives
- Abdominal Pain
- Nausea
- Wheezing
Testing
Determining the exact cause of your allergy symptoms is the first step in the treatment process. We offer the most popular allergy testing methods, which include:
- Skin Prick Testing
- Intradermal Skin Test
- Blood Tests
- Physician-Supervised Challenge
- Patch Test
- Pulmonary Function Tests
Treatments
The cause of your allergy symptoms will dictate your best treatment option. The three most common treatments for a wide range of allergy symptoms are:
- Prevention
- Medications
- Immunotherapy
