October 9, 2008 – 4:50 pm
Dust Mites are microscopic living organisms that are found virtually everywhere dust collects. They live and feed on skin cells that are constantly shed by humans. People are allergic to the proteins found in dust mite excrement (feces). Mites are the most common cause of year round nasal allergies as well as being a [...]
October 9, 2008 – 3:16 pm
Aspirin and the structurally related group of medicines known as non-steroidal anti¬inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are common causes of allergic reactions such as hives. Aspirin additionally may worsen asthma in aspirin sensitive asthmatics and contribute to growth of nasal polyps. Aspirin and NSAIDs are commonly used to treat muscle aches and sprains, headaches, and arthritis. In [...]
October 6, 2008 – 12:04 pm
By Bruce D. Finkel, MD and Monica Rama, MD Do you suffer from itchy, runny or stuffy nose that does not seem to go away? If so you may be one of millions of Americans who are affected by allergic rhinitis, commonly known as “hay fever”. What is allergic rhinitis? Allergic rhinitis is a condition [...]
October 6, 2008 – 11:31 am
By Brad H. Goodman, MD Astronaut Neil Armstrong once said “Research is creating new knowledge.” Nowhere is that more true than in medical discovery. Indeed, advances in diagnosing and treating many debilitating illnesses have come from knowledge gained through the clinical research process. The Role of Clinical Trials Medical research studies involving humans are called [...]
October 3, 2008 – 12:28 pm
Allergen immunotherapy, also known as “allergy shots,” may help people who suffer from allergic asthma, rhinitis, conjunctivitis or stinging insect allergies. Immunotherapy is a form of treatment that aims to decrease sensitivity to substances called allergens. Allergy shots are over 94% effective in treating most allergens. Allergens, such as pollen, mold and animal dander, are [...]
