Our Board Certified allergist is this area’s specialist in Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology cares for both pediatric and adult patients. At Dothan ENTCare, we specialize in comprehensive care of allergic and asthmatic conditions, specifically:
Evaluations for allergies via skin testing and/or blood testing are available as well as breathing tests to diagnose asthma or wheezing. Medications and allergy injections are offered for treatment of chronic allergic conditions or asthma. Our trained staff will determine the cause of your symptoms and will work with you to improve your quality of life.
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This is used to evaluate for suspected environmental or seasonal allergies, food allergy, stinging insect allergy, and certain drug/medication allergies.
Some patients may require blood tests called to complete their allergy evaluation.
This is used to evaluate for an underlying triggers in individuals who develop contact dermatitis.
This is to confirm a drug allergy or to determine if they may tolerate a drug that they are currently avoiding.
Allergies are a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Allergic reactions occur when the immune system reacts to a substance that is normally harmless, such as pollen, dust, or certain foods. While allergies can be a minor inconvenience for some people, they can be debilitating for others. If you suffer from allergies, seeking treatment to improve your quality of life is important.
Once the allergen has been identified, there are several treatment options available, including:
Allergy Medications: Many over-the-counter and new prescription allergy medications are available to help relieve allergy symptoms.
Immunotherapy: Immunotherapy, also known as allergy shots, is a long-term treatment that involves regular injections of the allergen that is causing your symptoms.
Avoidance: If your allergy symptoms are triggered by a specific allergen, the best course of action may be to avoid that allergen as much as possible.
Lifestyle Changes: Making certain lifestyle changes can also help reduce allergy symptoms. For example, regularly washing bedding and vacuuming can help reduce dust mite exposure, while avoiding certain foods can help reduce food allergies.
Don’t wait any longer; if you suffer from allergies, seeking treatment can greatly improve your quality of life. Allergy and asthma symptoms can interfere with your physical health, mental health, and social life, but effective treatments are available that can help you feel better and enjoy life to the fullest. Talk to Dr. Motta about your symptoms and treatment options, and take control of your allergies today.
Does your child have trouble with their head or neck, specifically, ear, nose, or throat?
Trouble hearing, or do your ears just hurt?
Unexplained breathing problems or allergic reactions?
Can’t keep your balance, frequent falls, and unsure why?
Congested or feeling pressure in your nose and sinus’s?
Experiencing hearing loss? It may be time to have your hearing checked.
Hard time sleeping, excessively snoring, or trouble breathing?
