Can Allergies Make Tinnitus Symptoms Worse?
When your immune system responds to allergens, it doesn’t do a great job of containing its response. Allergic responses can cause headaches, sinus pressure, runny noses and more. That’s because your own immunological response takes a full-body approach. How Does the Immune System Respond to Allergens? Histamine receptors are what bind to histamine, typically produced…
3 Reasons to Schedule Your Annual Hearing Test Before Fall
There may not be a single best time to schedule a hearing test, but living in South Carolina means some are better than others. Brush up on these three great reasons to schedule a hearing test before the leaves start falling. 1. Ragweed Pollen Spikes in Fall South Carolina has year-round allergens, but each has…
When to See an Allergy Specialist for Persistent Spring Symptoms
Summer is just around the corner, and for many, that could mean an easing up of allergy symptoms. Others of us may not be so lucky. If this spring allergy season has been especially rough for you, it may be time to consider seeking professional help. Allergies: What’s Normal and What’s Not Over 30% of…
Why Allergy Symptoms Can Change from Year to Year
South Carolina is a beautiful state with an incredible climate. We love living here. But we know that for allergy sufferers, that same climate can complicate allergy season, making it seem different from year to year. Let’s discuss the reasons why your allergies seem different every year. Moisture Being pretty close to the Atlantic, we…
Hidden Allergy Symptoms You Might Miss
If you suffer from allergies, you’re probably all too familiar with the most common allergy symptoms: sneezing, itchy, watery eyes and a runny nose, for example. But there are other symptoms that may plague you that you don’t realize are associated with allergies. Here are a few of them. Histamines and What They Do When…
Understanding Your Spring Allergy Triggers in Greenwood
It is time yet again for our sidewalks and cars to be coated in yellow, dusty pollen. Allergy season can be brutal here, with months straight of sneezing, itching and hay fever. Let’s talk about the allergy environment of our beautiful town. Why Spring Allergies Are So Common in South Carolina If you’ve lived in…
Recognizing Pediatric Allergies Early in the Season
Spring is an exciting time for kids! With the return of the sunshine, they can play outside more and might be looking forward to the start of spring sports. If you’re the parent of a child with allergies, however, spring comes with an additional set of concerns. Early spring is a great time to watch…
Is Allergy Medication Enough to Handle Allergy Symptoms?
Your allergy symptoms turn a lovely spring afternoon into a pollen-fueled nightmare. Symptoms such as sneezing, congestion and red, itchy skin are incredibly uncomfortable and make it difficult to enjoy the great outdoors. Over-the-counter (OTC) allergy medications are your first line of defense against these symptoms, so let’s discuss what will work for you. Allergy…
Holiday Travels with Allergies
Traveling out of town for the holidays? Don’t forget about allergies! Traveling to a new home or environment could trigger an allergic reaction, even if it’s not the season in which you normally experience allergy symptoms. Allergy symptoms can be annoying and interrupt your daily life, making it harder to enjoy the holidays or your…
Am I Allergic to My Christmas Tree?
Have you noticed more allergy-like symptoms—runny nose, sneezing, itchy skin or congestion—since bringing your Christmas tree into the house? Your Christmas tree may be triggering some allergies, but the source isn’t what you think. What Am I Allergic To? It isn’t the tree pollen, as pines, firs and spruces (the most common tree varieties used…
