If you are experiencing seasonal allergies and you live here in SW Florida you aren’t alone. Allergy medication both over the counter and prescription are a huge seller for Floridians. Itchy eyes, watery noses, headachy feelings, and foggy thoughts are detrimental to daily life and we collectively spend millions of dollars trying to get our heads clear once again...
Allergic reactions can be a life-interrupting and difficult to deal with. When they initially present it becomes a guessing game and process of elimination in order to figure out the cause and eliminate it from your life if possible. Breaking out in hives is uncomfortable, annoying, inconvenient and can in extreme cases lead to scarring over time if the urge to scratch...
Our temperatures here in Florida during the winter season dip and rise from the low 40’s to the high 80’s on a weekly basis. This variation lends itself to “cold” weather. Stuffy nose, sore throat, watery eyes, headache, and fatigue. All are signature sinus issues. All can make your life downright miserable. It is sometimes hard to distinguish if you are experiencing...
Have you had watery, itchy eyes lately? Do you feel like you have an on-going cold? If the “cold” lasts for more than two weeks, then you likely have allergies. Even though we are in sunny Florida and in the Fall season, allergens still abound. The summer seasonal allergies from flowering plants and bushes can last a bit longer down here than in northern states. Since our...
Allergic reactions in the body occur when your immune system goes into overdrive. Your immune system is a natural defense system that fights against bacteria and viruses. When it detects these harmful invaders, it releases antibodies, which fight them off. The immune system will sometimes release antibodies to fight off things that are harmless such as dust, pet dander and...
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