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Spring Allergies and Climate Change
Is Climate Change Making Your Allergies Worse? If your seasonal allergies feel worse than they used to, you’re not imagining it. Climate change is affecting pollen seasons in ways that directly impact people with allergic rhinitis and asthma. What’s Changing? 1. Allergy season is starting earlier. Warmer spring temperatures cause trees to bloom sooner. Many patients now notice symptoms weeks earlier than they did in the past. 2. Allergy season is lasting longer. Fall is arriv

Sandra A. Ho, MD
Apr 41 min read


Proper Epinephrine Use: What Every Patient and Caregiver Should Know
Epinephrine is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis . It works quickly, is very safe when used properly, and saves lives. Yet it remains underused in the community—often because of uncertainty about when or how to use it. Here ’s what I want my patients and families to clearly understand. 1. When Should Epinephrine Be Used? Epinephrine should be given at the first sign of suspected anaphylaxis —especially if there are: Breathing symptoms (shortness of breath, wheeze, re

Sandra A. Ho, MD
Mar 122 min read


Pros and Cons of Intralymphatic Immunotherapy (ILIT)
Flory S, Hviid- Vyff B, Šošić L, et al. How to hit the allergy target: A critical appraisal of intralymphatic immunotherapy with practical recommendations on ultrasound- guided injections. Allergy. 2024;00:1-13 Intralymphatic Immunotherapy (ILIT) is an emerging, fast-track alternative to traditional allergy shots. Instead of years of weekly injections, ILIT targets the immune system directly at its source: the lymph nodes. The Pros: Speed and Convenience Rapid Timeline : Whi

Sandra A. Ho, MD
Feb 211 min read


The Modern Allergy Roadmap
SCIT, SLIT, and the Rise of ILIT Goal: Introduce the three main types of immunotherapy and help patients understand their options. For decades, "allergy shots" meant a years-long commitment to the clinic. Today, the roadmap to relief has expanded. While Subcutaneous Immunotherapy (SCIT) remains the gold standard for many, Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT) offers needle-free daily tablets you can take at home. But the real game-changer in 2026 is Intralymphatic Immunotherapy

Sandra A. Ho, MD
Feb 102 min read


QUICK-LI Intralymphatic Immunotherapy
QUICK-LI Intralymphatic immunotherapy is the newest modality in immunotherapy. QUICK-LI treats the same environmental allergies that...

Sandra A. Ho, MD
Aug 23, 20251 min read


Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic sinusitis is a condition that occurs when the sinuses, which are the air-filled spaces in the skull, become inflamed and blocked...

Sandra A. Ho, MD
Apr 24, 20232 min read


Delayed Drug Rash
Delayed drug eruption is a type of allergic reaction to a medication that occurs days or weeks after the medication is taken. It is a...

Sandra A. Ho, MD
Apr 8, 20232 min read


Latex Allergy
Latex allergy is a type of allergic reaction that occurs when the body's immune system mistakenly identifies latex as a harmful substance...

Sandra A. Ho, MD
Mar 23, 20232 min read


Shellfish Allergy
Shellfish allergy is a type of food allergy that occurs when the body's immune system mistakenly identifies shellfish as a harmful...

Sandra A. Ho, MD
Feb 25, 20232 min read


Adhesive Allergy
Adhesives are substances used to bind or stick two surfaces together, and they are commonly found in a variety of products, including...

Sandra A. Ho, MD
Feb 15, 20231 min read


Sublingual Immunotherapy
Sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) is a treatment option for people with allergies to certain substances, such as pollen, mold, and dust...

Sandra A. Ho, MD
Feb 2, 20232 min read


Peanut Allergy
Peanut allergy is a type of food allergy that occurs when the body's immune system mistakenly identifies peanuts as a harmful substance...

Sandra A. Ho, MD
Jan 14, 20232 min read


NSAID Allergy
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are a type of medication commonly used to reduce inflammation and relieve pain. While they...

Sandra A. Ho, MD
Dec 31, 20222 min read


Shellfish Allergy and Iodine Contrast Allergy
If you’ve ever had any radiographic imaging like an MRI or x-ray, chances are someone has asked you about any seafood or shellfish...
Adrienne Dang
Dec 23, 20222 min read


Sublingual Allergy Tablets
Immunotherapy can be an effective treatment option for those seeking more long-term relief from allergic rhinitis symptoms. Rather than...
Adrienne Dang
Dec 8, 20221 min read


Hay Fever
If you’ve struggled with the following symptoms: sneezing, congestion, a runny nose, and itchy eyes, mouth, or skin, or fatigue– you may...
Adrienne Dang
Nov 28, 20222 min read


Contact Dermatitis
Red, hot, extremely itchy swollen skin reactions sometimes with blistering and peeling are delayed type allergic reactions of the skin. ...

Sandra A. Ho, MD
Nov 14, 20221 min read


Eczema
Eczema also known as atopic dermatitis is a chronic disease characterized by extremely itchy dry skin. It is caused by a defect in how...

Sandra A. Ho, MD
Nov 7, 20222 min read


Gluten and your health
Gluten-free has become a frequently seen buzz-word on packaged foods, restaurant menus and popular among those interested in health and...

Sandra A. Ho, MD
Oct 31, 20221 min read


Hives
What are hives? Hives are red raised extremely itchy bumps that come up and resolve within a few minutes to a couple of days without...

Sandra A. Ho, MD
Oct 26, 20221 min read
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