Allergy Testing

Allergy Relief at Jupiter Internal Medicine

In America alone, there are more than 35 million allergy sufferers. Airborne particles in our day to day life often cause us to feel congested, stuffy, have sore throat, sinus pain, headaches, and tired. Often, it’s thought to be the latest cold that is going around. Many people with untreated allergy symptoms aren’t aware of how much better they can feel once their symptoms are properly diagnosed and managed.

Identifying Triggers with Allergy Testing

Allergy Tests are the best and safest way to pinpoint symptom triggers. A skin test is performed using a device that barely penetrates the skin’s surface. There is usually a momentary discomfort with a mild itchiness to the tested area that fades away as you continue throughout the rest of your day.
Once your allergy cause has been identified, it should be avoided if possible, to reduce symptoms. If not possible to avoid the indoor or outdoor allergens, pricey over the counter medications can be helpful as a temporary relief to cover up symptoms. Treating the underlying cause of allergy with allergy shots in combination with medication for symptoms flare ups may be the best solution provides more long-lasting relief.

Allergy Immunotherapy – Allergy Shots

Allergy immunotherapy (allergy shots) is a proven effective treatment for allergic rhinitis and allergic asthma. The immune system can be desensitized to specific allergens that trigger allergy symptoms. A serum is created for each patient specifically based on their allergy test results. Immunotherapy can potentially lead to lasting remission of allergy symptoms, and it may play a preventive role in the development of asthma and new allergies.