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Allergy Basics

Start here for a basic overview of allergic diseases. The most common questions posed by patients are answered in brief, easy to understand answers. Once you understand the basics of allergic disease, more specific diseases and treatments can be researched in other areas of this website.
Recognize Allergy Symptoms -- How Other People are Able to Recognize …
Learn how other people were able to recognize that they had allergies.
Questions Your Allergist Will Ask You
Learn what questions your allergist will likely ask you at your allergy appointment.
Questions to Ask Your Allergist
Learn what questions you should ask your new allergist at the time of your first allergy appointment.
How Do I Know If I Have Allergies?
Find out about the various symptoms that suggest that you may have allergies.
Diagnosis of Allergy
How are allergies diagnosed? Most often, allergies are diagnosed based on the symptoms a person has, but various tests are available to confirm the diagnosis. Learn about the various tools available to diagnose allergies.
Allergy Prevention
The ultimate goal of allergy treatment is preventing the symptoms from occurring in the first place, usually by avoiding the allergen.
Treatment of Allergies
Learn about the various ways to treat a number of different allergic diseases.
What is an Allergy?
Most everyone has an idea of what allergies are, but an allergist's definition of an allergy is quite different. Dr. Daniel More, a board-certified allergist, defines what is happening in the body when someone has allergies.
Spring Allergies
With an increase in outdoor activities during the summer, people with allergies are at an increased risk of exposure to various allergy triggers. Find out how to deal with outdoor allergies during the summertime.
Should You See an Allergist?
Many people are unsure what an allergist is or what they can offer. This article discusses the type of training an allergist receives, the kinds of problems that allergists treat, and why people with allergies would benefit from the care of an allergist.
Why are allergies becoming more common?
Find out the reason why allergies are becoming more common.
Do Allergies Affect Your Mood or Energy Level?
Did you know that allergies can also affect your mood, energy level and ability to concentrate? Find out more about the effects of allergies on your behavior, and what can be done about it.
Top 10 Worst Cities for Allergies
Do you live in one of the worst places for seasonal allergies? See the list of the top 10 worst cities in the United States for allergy sufferers!
Your Local Pollen Counts
Having more allergy symptoms recently? Wondering what's in the air? Find out about the local pollen and mold spore counts in your area.
Find an Allergist
Looking for an allergist in your area? This site will list allergist by area, specialty and by name. Find a new allergist today and start feeling better soon!
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