Allergy Treatment

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Allergy Treatment

Allergies are your body’s response to a foreign substance, such as pollen, that it perceives as harmful. Your immune system produces antibodies to fight the foreign substance as soon as they enter your body, resulting in sneezing, itching, and difficulty breathing.

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Common Symptoms of Allergies

Common Symptoms of Allergies

Allergies can be mild, moderate, or severe, and the symptoms can vary from person to person. The most common symptoms of allergies include:

  • Sneezing
  • Itching nose, eyes, or roof of the mouth
  • Shortness of breath
  • Swollen face
  • Itchy skin/ hives (skin rash with red, itchy bumps)
  • Watery/red eyes
  • Runny nose
Causes Allergies to Develop

What Causes Allergies to Develop?

One can be allergic to several different things, including

  • Pollen
  • Dust
  • Mold
  • Pet dander
  • Certain types of food such as peanuts
  • Bee and fire ant stings
  • Poison ivy
  • Penicillin

You may also have a family history of allergies (genetic history) or a weak immune system.

Treatment for Allergies

Treatment for Allergies

Depending on the cause, symptoms, and severity, there are multiple ways to address allergies. These include:

  • Avoidance of the allergen: This is the most effective way to prevent an allergic reaction. For example, if you are allergic to pollen, avoid the outdoors during peak pollen hours. Also, if you are allergic to certain food items, check the labels and avoid consuming them.
  • Medications: From antihistamines to decongestants to corticosteroids, several over-the-counter (OTC) medicines can help in effectively treating allergies.
  • Allergy shots: Also known as immunotherapy, this treatment involves receiving injections of the allergen over time, enabling the body to build up a tolerance to that allergen.
Choose StatMD for Allergy Treatment

Why Choose StatMD for Allergy Treatment?

StatMD Urgent Care in Bakersfield, CA. offers prompt solutions to your allergies. We have convenient walk-in hours so you can be seen right away and get the care you need when you need it.

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FAQs

There are many potential causes of allergies. Allergies can be caused by environmental factors, such as pollen, dust, or pet dander. Allergies can also be caused by certain foods or medications.

Allergies can cause a variety of symptoms, including runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and itching. Allergies can also cause anaphylaxis, a potentially life-threatening reaction that can cause difficulty breathing, swelling of the throat, and a drop in blood pressure.

The most common allergies are

  • Pet allergies - caused by pet dander
  • Hay fever - caused by pollens
  • Food allergies - caused by pollens

The best way to treat allergies is to avoid the things that trigger them. If you cannot avoid the triggers, there are a variety of medications that can help relieve your symptoms

There are a variety of natural remedies that can help relieve allergy symptoms, including honey, ginger, and apple cider vinegar.

Some ways to relieve allergy symptoms at home include

  • Using a humidifier
  • Taking a hot shower
  • Using a Neti Pot

If you think you have an allergy, you should see us for a diagnosis. Allergies can be diagnosed through skin prick tests or blood tests.

There is no sure way to prevent allergies, but there are a few things you can do to reduce the risk, such as:

  • Avoiding allergy triggers
  • Using air filters
  • Washing your hands often

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