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...
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ALLERGY
Sandra A. Ho, MD
- Apr 8
- 2 min
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...
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Sandra A. Ho, MD
- Mar 23
- 2 min
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...
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Sandra A. Ho, MD
- Feb 25
- 2 min
Shellfish Allergy
Shellfish allergy is a type of food allergy that occurs when the body's immune system mistakenly identifies shellfish as a harmful...
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Sandra A. Ho, MD
- Feb 15
- 1 min
Adhesive Allergy
Adhesives are substances used to bind or stick two surfaces together, and they are commonly found in a variety of products, including...
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Sandra A. Ho, MD
- Feb 2
- 2 min
Sublingual Immunotherapy
Sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) is a treatment option for people with allergies to certain substances, such as pollen, mold, and dust...
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Sandra A. Ho, MD
- Jan 14
- 2 min
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...
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Sandra A. Ho, MD
- Dec 31, 2022
- 2 min
NSAID Allergy
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are a type of medication commonly used to reduce inflammation and relieve pain. While they...
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Adrienne Dang
- Dec 23, 2022
- 2 min
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...
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Adrienne Dang
- Dec 8, 2022
- 1 min
Sublingual Allergy Tablets
Immunotherapy can be an effective treatment option for those seeking more long-term relief from allergic rhinitis symptoms. Rather than...
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Adrienne Dang
- Nov 28, 2022
- 2 min
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...
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Sandra A. Ho, MD
- Nov 14, 2022
- 1 min
Contact Dermatitis
Red, hot, extremely itchy swollen skin reactions sometimes with blistering and peeling are delayed type allergic reactions of the skin. ...
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Sandra A. Ho, MD
- Nov 7, 2022
- 2 min
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...
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Sandra A. Ho, MD
- Oct 31, 2022
- 1 min
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...
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Sandra A. Ho, MD
- Oct 26, 2022
- 1 min
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...
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Sandra A. Ho, MD
- Oct 25, 2022
- 2 min
What is an Allergist/Immunologist?
What is an allergist/immunologist? An allergist/immunologist is a physician that is specially trained to diagnose and treat specific...
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