Can Allergies Go Away Over Time?

Allergies are a prevalent condition that can affect people of all ages, causing significant discomfort and disruption to daily life. They manifest when the body’s immune system mistakenly identifies a harmless substance, such as pollen, dust mites, or pet dander, as a threat and mounts an exaggerated defense response. This reaction leads to a range … Continue reading “Can Allergies Go Away Over Time?”

Navigating Dietary Restrictions and Finding Alternatives for Food Allergies

Living with food allergies or dietary restrictions can be challenging, but with the right knowledge and support, it’s possible to maintain a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle. At the Pulmonary Clinic of the Carolinas, we understand the importance of managing these conditions, as they can significantly impact respiratory health and overall well-being. In this blog, we’ll … Continue reading “Navigating Dietary Restrictions and Finding Alternatives for Food Allergies”

Allergen Immunotherapy: Building Tolerance for Long-term Allergy Relief

Allergen immunotherapy benefits Living with allergies can be challenging, impacting our daily lives and overall well-being. However, there is a promising treatment option called allergen immunotherapy that aims to build tolerance to allergens, providing long-term allergy relief. What is allergen immunotherapy? What are some allergen immunotherapy benefits? And how can the Pulmonary Clinic of the … Continue reading “Allergen Immunotherapy: Building Tolerance for Long-term Allergy Relief”

Seasonal Allergies: Coping Strategies for a Happier and Healthier Life

As the seasons change, many individuals experience the discomfort and frustration of seasonal allergies. The itchy eyes, sneezing, and congestion can significantly impact daily life. In this blog post, we will provide answers to questions like how to manage seasonal allergies, causes of seasonal allergies and also provide strategies to improve your overall well-being. By … Continue reading “Seasonal Allergies: Coping Strategies for a Happier and Healthier Life”

Preventing Respiratory Illnesses During Cold and Flu Season

Tips to stay healthy during cold and flu season As the weather gets colder and the days get shorter, the chances of catching a respiratory illness increase. Cold and flu season typically begins in October and can last until May. To prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses, it’s important to take certain precautions. In this … Continue reading “Preventing Respiratory Illnesses During Cold and Flu Season”

Celebrating Healthy Lung Month with these Tips

Do you know that over 25 million people live with asthma, and 150,000 die from lung cancer yearly? November is lung cancer awareness month dedicated to spreading awareness of the importance of lung safety and the implications of bad habits like smoking on the lungs. Spreading awareness and encouraging people to know more about how … Continue reading “Celebrating Healthy Lung Month with these Tips”

Can Humidity Cause COPD Flare-ups?

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a term used to describe a class of illnesses that affect regions of the chest, and respiratory tracts and make it difficult for victims to breathe. The human lungs have channels that allow air to travel called windpipes (trachea). These channels allow the passage of air into the lungs through … Continue reading “Can Humidity Cause COPD Flare-ups?”

Top Diets to Boost Your Immune System for Optimal Health

The immune system is one of the systems in the human body. It’s a complex network of cells, tissues, and organs (and the substances they secrete) that help to defend the body against invasion of foreign bodies and disease-causing organisms as well as help the body fight infections.   What is a Diet? Diet is … Continue reading “Top Diets to Boost Your Immune System for Optimal Health”

7 Summer Wellness Ideas For Healthy Living

Summertime is playtime! Summer means long, warm days to be spent outside with loved ones to relax and unwind. This atmosphere of relaxation means that summer is the perfect season to revamp your wellness routine and make lifestyle changes that promote healthy living. Here are some summer-specific wellness ideas that promote healthy living even beyond … Continue reading “7 Summer Wellness Ideas For Healthy Living”

How To Tell The Difference Between Common Colds And Allergies

Since their symptoms are quite similar, common colds and allergies are usually mistaken for each other. Some of these symptoms include fatigue, runny nose, and fatigue. In this article, you will learn the difference between the common cold and allergies. What Are Allergies? An allergy is a disorder of the immune system which makes the … Continue reading “How To Tell The Difference Between Common Colds And Allergies”