Understanding Allergic Rhinitis
Allergic rhinitis occurs when your immune system overreacts to airborne allergens. Your body releases histamine and other chemicals, causing inflammation of the nasal passages. This leads to sneezing, congestion, runny nose, and itchy eyes.
But the effects go beyond a runny nose. Untreated allergic rhinitis can worsen asthma, disrupt sleep, cause sinus infections, and significantly impact your quality of life. We identify your specific triggers and create a treatment plan that works.
Allergy Assessment
- Detailed history of symptoms, timing, and potential triggers
- Skin prick testing for common allergens
- Spirometry to assess for allergic asthma
- Nasal endoscopy to evaluate nasal passages
- Blood tests (specific IgE) if skin testing is not possible
Common Allergens We Test
Treatment Options
Avoidance
Identifying and minimizing exposure to your specific triggers
Antihistamines
Second-generation antihistamines for symptom relief without drowsiness
Nasal Steroids
First-line treatment for moderate to severe allergic rhinitis
Immunotherapy
Long-term solution that modifies the allergic response
Immunotherapy Success
Immunotherapy (allergy shots or sublingual drops) is the only treatment that can modify the underlying allergic disease. By gradually exposing your immune system to increasing amounts of allergen, we train it to tolerate what once caused symptoms.
What to Expect
- 70-80% achieve significant improvement
- 3-5 year program for lasting results
- Reduces medication dependency
- Prevents new allergies from developing