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Tobacco Smoke In The Home. Tobacco Smoke In The Home Tobacco smoke often goes unrecognized as an important aggravating factor in children’s respiratory problems such as allergic hay fever or asthma. Exposure to tobacco smoke in the home presents the greatest problem. When one or two parents smoke, the patient is exposed to relatively high concentrations of tobacco smoke Read More ». Family Allergy and Asthma Care Family Allergy and Asthma.
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When Allergies and Asthma Complicate Pregnancy. When Allergies and Asthma Complicate Pregnancy Asthma is the most common, potentially serious medical condition to complicate pregnancy. In fact, asthma affects almost 7 percent of women in their childbearing years. Well-controlled asthma is not associated with significant risk to mother or fetus. Although uncontrolled asthma is rarely fatal, it can cause serious maternal Read More ». Family Allergy and Asthma Care Family Allergy and Asthma.
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News and Articles » Blog Archive » What is Rhinitis?
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Rhinitis is not a disease; it is simply a term describing the symptoms produced by nasal irritation or inflammation. Symptoms of rhinitis include runny nose (rhinorrhea), itching (pruritus), sneezing and stuffy nose (blockage or congestion). These symptoms are the nose’s natural response to inflammation and irritation. Itching and sneezing are also natural responses to irritation caused by allergic reactions, chemical exposures (like cigarette smoke), temperature changes, infections and other factors.
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News and Articles » Blog Archive » Understanding Asthma Symptoms and Treatments
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Understanding Asthma Symptoms and Treatments. Understanding Asthma Symptoms and Treatments. Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the lungs and airways affecting more than 15 million Americans. While it can be treated successfully, it is considered a chronic disease for which there is no cure. What is an asthma episode like? The most common symptoms of asthma are rapid and labored breathing, a whistling wheezing sound with each breath, coughing, and a tight feeling in your chest. These symptoms...
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News and Articles » Blog Archive » When Allergies and Asthma Complicate Pregnancy
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When Allergies and Asthma Complicate Pregnancy. When Allergies and Asthma Complicate Pregnancy. Asthma can be controlled by careful medical management and avoidance of known triggers, so asthma need not be a reason for avoiding pregnancy. Most measures used to control asthma are not harmful to the developing fetus and do not appear to contribute to either spontaneous abortion or congenital birth defects. What is asthma and what are its symptoms? Individuals with asthma most often describe what they feel ...
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Food Allergy Institute of North Texas | Resources
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All you need to know about Oral Immunotherapy. Q How long will the entire process take? A The first day procedure will take about 6-8 hours. If there are no reactions during the oral immunotherapy, your child will be eating a full serving of the allergenic food in 5-6 months. Q Should routine allergy medications be stopped before the first day procedure. Q How long does the program take to get to maintenance? A The program usually takes about 6 months to graduate and reach maintenance dosing. Which foods...
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News and Articles » Blog Archive » Understanding Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm
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For some people, physical activity is the only trigger necessary to cause an asthma episode. Exercise-induced bronchospasm (EIB) occurs when the airways in your chest become narrow and constricted within a few minutes after beginning exercise. The episode usually reaches its peak of severity about 5 to 10 minutes after starting exercise, and may continue for another 20 to 30 minutes. Take action and stay active. Steps for effective control. The goal of treatment for EIB is simple: to allow you to partici...
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