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Immunotherapy (Allergy Shots)

Author: Steve Cooper
by Steve Cooper
Posted: May 19, 2017

Allergies affect as many as 30% of adults and 40% of children. Unfortunately, allergies are still increasing and have become a recurrent or constant nuisance for many. It is comforting to know that there are a variety of options for those suffering from allergies to ease their symptoms for longer than ever before. One of the most effective and long-lasting reliefs for allergies is known as immunotherapy or allergy shots. Whether you suffer from rhinitis, conjunctivitis (eye allergy), allergic asthma or stinging insect allergy, immunotherapy is likely to help control your symptoms as part of a long-term treatment. The way allergy shots work is by decreasing sensitivity to allergens in sufferers leaving them with long lasting relief even after stopping the treatment. Great clinics for allergy and immunotherapy in Houston such as ENTAC, will provide their patients with many options and alternatives based on each individual case.

Who is a good candidate for immunotherapy - is it for everyone?

As with many medical treatments, children should be diagnosed properly and thoroughly before attempting any treatment. Although we would rather avoid treating children under the age of 5 with this sort of medicine, it is a great option in certain cases. It is recommended to see the best ENT doctors in Houston available to you - such as the ones at ENTAC clinic - to be given the proper options for your child. Similarly, older adults should be diagnosed carefully, keeping their cardiac health in mind, before attempting any sort of treatment. One thing to be aware of is that immunotherapy is not an option for those with food allergies. In those cases, the best solution is to find out which foods are causing your allergies and avoid them completely.

How often to get allergy shots and how to prepare for them:

At the beginning of your immunotherapy treatment, you will visit your doctor once or twice a week for a few months where you will get an injection containing a small amount of what you're allergic to. Gradually increasing, you will then reach what is called a maintenance dose and see your doctor once or twice a month for another several months. Finally, you will start taking your shots just once a month for roughly 4 years at which point you will notice a significant improvement in your symptoms. To prepare for your shots, it is best to avoid exercise before and after your shots because of the blood flow which will spread the allergens faster throughout your body.

Don't hesitate to visit great clinics, such as ENTAC, in Houston for sinus treatment and immunotherapy! To get a professional diagnosis and proper treatment schedule an appointment with ENTAC Houston, TX by contacting us at 713-621-2556.

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