Faster Diagnosis Means Faster Relief
Fall is beautiful—but for allergy sufferers, it can also mean sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, sinus pressure, coughing, and asthma symptoms. Ragweed pollen, mold, changing temperatures, and increased time indoors can all contribute to symptoms this time of year. At NY Allergy & Sinus Centers, we’re here to help you figure out what’s triggering your symptoms and create a personalized plan to help you feel better throughout the season.
Want to know what to expect this allergy season? Be sure to watch Dr. Patel’s explanation of why we are suffering more this year.
October 6 to 12 is PA Week. We’re using it to thank the five physician assistants who see patients across our offices every day.
If you’ve been to NY Allergy & Sinus Centers, there’s a good chance a PA took your history, ran your skin testing, adjusted your allergy shots, or walked you through how to use your epinephrine. Our PAs are nationally certified and licensed. They work alongside our allergists to diagnose and treat allergies, asthma, sinus problems and immune conditions. When you see a PA here, you’re seeing someone who does allergy work all day, every day.
If one of our PAs has helped you this year, let them know this week. You can also book your next visit with any of them online or by calling (212) 686-6321.
Ragweed pollen, mold, cooler temperatures, respiratory infections, and indoor allergens can all contribute to asthma symptoms.
Make sure your prescribed asthma medications are current and that you have enough medication for the season ahead.
Even if you’ve used your inhaler for years, proper technique matters. The Hailie device provides real-time feedback and reinforces proper inhaler technique, helping you use your inhaler correctly and get the full benefit of your prescribed medication. Ask your healthcare provider to review your technique if you’re unsure.
Know what to do when symptoms begin to worsen—and when it’s time to seek medical attention.
More coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, nighttime symptoms, or increased reliance on a rescue inhaler may be signs that your asthma needs attention.
What if your child could have more freedom around food? Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) gives patients carefully measured amounts of a food allergen, increased gradually under the supervision of our allergy team. Over time, it can raise how much of the allergen a patient can tolerate, adding protection against accidental exposure and, for many families, more confidence in everyday life.
We create individualized OIT plans for eligible patients with peanut, milk, egg and other food allergies. OIT is a commitment. It starts with a full evaluation, followed by supervised dose increases and daily dosing at home, with our team supporting you every step of the way. Ask us whether OIT could be right for you or your child.
NY Allergy & Sinus Centers is participating in REASSERT, a global research study for people living with chronic spontaneous urticaria who are currently being treated with an antihistamine, remibrutinib, or both. The study is sponsored by Novartis and will follow over 3,000 participants across 8 countries to learn more about how well these treatments work over time, when a stronger treatment might be needed, and how CSU and its treatment affect quality of life.
Participation is voluntary and involves no additional tests or treatments beyond your normal care plan. Over 2 years, participants share their experience through a phone app and regular visits with the study doctor, including diary entries about symptoms and medication and periodic surveys on sleep, work, and emotional wellbeing. All information is kept private and seen only by authorized study staff, and participants are compensated for the time they spend completing surveys. Anyone interested in taking part for the full two years should speak with us to learn more.
She did not say what specifically triggers her reaction, and it would be wrong for anyone to guess. But the response online made one thing clear. A lot of people had never considered that popcorn could be an allergen at all, and a lot of other people recognized something they have quietly dealt with for years.
Learn why popcorn is rarely just popcorn, and the different reasons a person might react to it.
