If you are a primary care physician, you probably see many allergic patients walk in the door of your practice. Allergies affect 1 in 5 Americans. And while allergies manifest in many predictable ways—a runny or congested nose, sneezing, and itchy eyes—they can also...
Most everybody knows that allergies can trigger itchy eyes, cause you to sneeze, and make your nose run like a faucet. But allergies can also affect your skin. Here are some of the most common skin-related manifestations of allergy: Hives. Hives are raised bumps on...
Three out of every four people who suffer from seasonal allergies are allergic to ragweed. If you’re among the throngs of ragweed sufferers, brace yourself for the next few months. Ragweed pollens are typically unleashed from the middle of September through the end of...
As kids head back to school, they may be asking themselves plenty of questions. Will my locker combination work? Will I be able to find my classes before the bell rings? Will I have friends to sit with at lunch? But students with food allergies will have even more to...
Allergies don’t affect your quantity of life, but they can certainly affect the quality. If you are suffering from allergies that diminish your ability to enjoy life, you deserve care. The first step is to see a physician for an examination. Your doctor will likely...
With changes in medicine and the health insurance industry, it can be more and more challenging to make a profit as a primary care provider. That makes your practice marketing efforts all the more important. If you’re looking to expand your patient base and your...
