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Can Immunotherapy Help Improve My Venom Allergies?
Going to the park when you know you have a venom allergy can be nerve-racking. Mild symptoms like pain, redness and hives are uncomfortable, but reactions, like anaphylaxis or secondary infections, can be life-threatening. Fortunately,…
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Can Spending Time in a Sauna or Steam Room Help Relieve Sinus Congestion?
Approximately 12% of the U.S. population is congested at any given time.[1] A stuffy nose can make even simple tasks feel frustrating. Whether your congestion is caused by allergies, a cold, or a sinus infection,…
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How Does Air Conditioning Affect My ENT Health?
Air conditioning makes the Atlanta heat far more comfortable. Unfortunately, air conditioning can also leave your nose or throat feeling dry and irritated. Let’s look at why that irritation occurs and what you can do…
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Caring for Your Sinuses Post Balloon Sinuplasty
A Balloon Sinuplasty is a minimally invasive procedure to widen the sinus cavity and reduce the severity and frequency of sinus infections. During the procedure, your sinus specialist will numb your sinuses, insert a small…
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Your Guide to Allergy-Friendly Pets
Heading to the Atlanta Humane Society for a new dog or cat is an exciting experience. However, if you fall into the 10% to 20% of the global population with dog or cat allergies, you’ll…
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Can My Child Go to Camp if They Have Allergies?
Playing games, building friendships and possibly eating one too many s’mores is what summer camp is all about. If your kid has allergies, the idea of summer camp may feel a little worrisome, but it…
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What To Know About Antihistamines and Allergy Testing
With pollen blanketing Georgia, it’s a good time to take an allergy test. Finding out which allergens you’re sensitive to will help you manage your symptoms moving forward. When you schedule your allergy test, we’ll…
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Choosing Cosmetics When You Have Allergy-Prone Skin
An estimated 10% of people experience side effects, hypersensitivity or allergy-related irritation from certain cosmetics[1]. Whether you’re grabbing soap from Herb’N Eden or hitting up a local drugstore for makeup and skincare, knowing which products…
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Your Guide to Sinus Massage
Most people know that a good massage can relieve muscle soreness. What few people know is that you can also massage your sinuses. The Benefits of a Sinus Massage The sinuses, the four pairs of…
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How Does Spring Air Affect Sinus Health?
It’s time to shake off that cold winter air and embrace the scent of blooming flowers and leafy trees that spring brings. While many of us look forward to the new season, some people might…
