Sign Up for Asthma Camp in Montana
Hey Campers, It’s time to sign up for Asthma Camp Huff ‘N Puff in beautiful Montana! When: July 13 to 18, 2014 Who: Children going into 2nd through 9th grade with asthma Where: YMCA Camp Child just west of Helena, MT Why: Many good reasons! …
A New Treatment for Grass Pollen Allergy that is NOT a Shot!
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first sublingual (under the tongue tablet) allergen extract called Oralair. This is for the treatment of allergic rhinitis (hay fever), with or without conjunctivitis (eye itching, swelling, redness, puffiness), that is caused by grass pollens. …
The 3 Points of Poison Ivy
In this month’s issue of Montana Parent magazine, I review some key information regarding poison ivy. The “3 points” of poison ivy refers not only to the “leaves of 3” but also to the following key issues: Identifying poison ivy: this can be tricky, even …
Asthma drug removes the itch from chronic hives!
The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) just approved Xolair (Omalizumab) for the treatment of chronic hives. Xolair is a product of Novartis and Genentech that “binds up and removes” the allergic antibody IgE from the system. This is the FIRST approved treatment for hives since …
keratosis pilaris: all you need to know about chicken bumps!
Keratosis pilaris, also called KP for short, is a common skin finding in young children through young adults (50-80%) although it can occur at any age. It looks like “chicken skin” bumps. The small white, red or flesh colored bumps typically do not hurt …
Protecting your unborn child! Managing asthma during pregnancy.
In this month’s edition of Montana Parent magazine, I answer those common concerns that the new mom with asthma is likely asking herself (and her doctor)? For the full story go to page 37-38 at this link: http://digital.turn-page.com/i/269599 The questions addressed are: 1. Will asthma …
Gold, Silver and Bronze Allergies
Gold: Gold allergy was found to be present in up to 9% of patients with dermatitis who underwent allergy patchy testing. Most of these individuals were women with rashes on the hands, face and eyelids. About 1/3 of these patients also had nickel allergy and …
Even Presidents deal with asthma and allergies!
In Honor of President’s Day, let me share some information on U.S. Presidents (or family members) with asthma or allergies. Allergies and asthma can affect all ages, races, genders and even political parties. Let’s take a look back in history… Malia Obama (President Obama’s daughter) …
Dating Tips For People With Food Allergies
First dates bring excitement, anticipation, a few nervous butterflies - maybe even a first kiss - but for people with food allergies, date planning requires more than deciding when to meet or what to wear. “Since dating so often revolves around eating, it’s important that …
Beer Allergy
Allergic reactions to beer range from hives (urticaria) and swelling (angioedema) to severe anaphylaxis. Typically the reactions are after ingestion as opposed to just skin contact. How is beer made? Beer is formed by the breakdown of complex carbohydrates to monosaccharides (simple sugars) that are …