Living with Allergies in Arizona?

Stop living with allergies! We have beautiful weather in Arizona year-round, which means there are plenty of opportunities for allergens to trigger your symptoms. In addition to pollen, many people suffer from environmental allergens, such as dust. Some allergies are mild inconveniences, but for others they can be life threatening. That is why our allergy doctors work with you to identify your allergy triggers and develop an allergy treatment strategy that helps you enjoy life again!

Common Allergies

There are many different allergens that will trigger different symptoms in different people. These are the most common allergens:

• Food allergies are often caused by cow’s milk, peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, fish or shellfish.
• Pollen allergy is caused by tiny pollen particles that are released by trees, grasses, flowers and weeds. Pollen allergies may be year-round due to our mild Arizona winters or during specific seasons depending on the plant. 
• Mold allergy is caused by microscopic fungi that is found virtually everywhere, indoors and outside. Allergies are caused by mold spores that are released into the air and can be inhaled causing allergy symptoms.
• Pet allergy is caused by dander, proteins on tiny flecks of the pets’ skin. Dander can cause allergy symptoms when they are inhaled, get in the eyes or come in contact with skin.
• Dust allergy is actually caused by tiny dust mites that live in mattresses, pillows and upholstered furniture. Dust allergies are caused by reactions to dust mite droppings and dead dust mites that can irritate airways and eyes.
• Insect stings and bite allergies are caused by the body’s overreaction to bee stings, red ants and mosquito bites. These allergies can range from hives or welts to life-threatening symptoms like swelling of the throat and difficulty breathing. 
• Medication allergies are caused by some medications such as antibiotics, anesthesia or aspirin.
• Latex allergy is caused by a reaction to the proteins in the sap that is used to make latex products.

Allergy Symptoms

An allergy is a response by the body to a substance that it perceives as harmful. When you come into contact with an allergen, your immune system kicks into gear and produces antibodies to fight it off. This can lead to a variety of symptoms, depending on where the allergen was encountered. Common allergy symptoms range from mild to severe and life threatening, they include:

• Sneezing
• Itching nose, eyes or roof of the mouth
• Hives
• Tingling in the mouth
• Runny, stuffy nose
• Watery, red or swollen eyes
• Swelling of the lips, face, tongue and throat or other part of the body
• Asthma
• Stomachache, diarrhea, nausea or vomiting
• Dizziness or fainting
• Anaphylaxis

Allergy Treatment Options

At the Men’s Vitality Center in Hilliard, we can identify your allergen trigger and offer a number of strategies to treat allergy symptoms. Allergy treatments can help reduce, manage or eliminate your allergy symptoms. These include: 

• Avoidance of allergens
• Over-the-counter allergy medications 
• Nasal sprays and washes
• Antihistamines
• Corticosteroids
• Allergy shots
• Allergy drops
• Sublingual tablets
• Inhalers and nebulizers

Get Relief From Your Allergies!

Stop suffering from allergies. Visit Hilliard Men’s Vitality Center where we can diagnose, treat and manage your allergies. We will help you identify your allergy triggers and determine the course of treatment most effective for you taking into account your individual medical history. This can include avoidance, over-the-counter medications, prescription medications or immunotherapy strategies. If necessary, we may also refer you to a specialist for advanced immunotherapy options. 

With allergies, early treatment not only reduces suffering, but can also prevent some types of allergy symptoms from developing into serious conditions, such as sinus infections, ear infections and lung infections.  Make an appointment today to find relief for your allergies!