SERVICES

Scope of Practice - Conditions Treated

Nasal Allergies

Present with seasonal or

chronic nasal blockage, sneezing, runny nose.

Sometimes associated with itchy ears and

roof of the mouth.

Ocular Allergies

Symptoms of eye irritation include itching, watery discharge and redness, usually from airborne allergens.

Chronic Sinus Infection

Symptoms are similar to and a complication of nasal allergies. May have facial discomfort, inability to smell and headache.

Asthma

Variable degrees of shortness fo breath, cough or wheezing. May occur with exercise or cold air. Misdiagnosis is common

Chronic Cough

Caused by asthma, allergies, sinus infections and acid reflux

Hives

Red, itchy swellings on the skin. Can be caused by food and drug allergies, viral infections or autoimmunity.

Angioedema

Deep tissue swelling of the lips, face, tongue or extremities. Common with some medications, rarely deficiency of certain blood proteins.

Eczema or Dermatitis

Chronic patches of inflamed, scaly, darkened, thickened and itchy skin. Associated with food and environmental allergies or chemical contactants

Food Allergy

Common food allergies in adults and children, including peanuts, gluten, tree nuts, seeds, seafood and unusual food allergies.

Anaphylaxis

Is the sudden onset of a severe allergic reaction, with swelling, itching, difficulty breathing and collapse.

Drug Allergies

Stinging Insect Allergy

Diagnostic Testing

Scratch and intradermal skin testing

Detects allergies to foods and airborne allergens.

Patch Testing

Detects the cause of contact dermatitis or eczema

Spirometry

A breath is forcefully exhaled. Flow rates are measured to diagnose and monitor asthma and related lung disorders.

Rhinolaryngoscopy

Passage of a flexible fiberoptic scope in office to visualize the nasal cavity, sinuses and throat.

Exhaled nitric oxide

for asthma diagnosis.

Unique Specialized Services

Allergen Immunotherapy

Is the injection of allergens under the skin at increasing doses at regular intervals. Used to enable tolerance to airborne allergens. It is suitable for all people with allergies, especially those not obtaining the desired relief with medication and environmental control.