by Premier Allergy | Sep 14, 2020 | News
With seasonal allergies in full swing and flu season on the way, there are lots of questions symptom similarities and determining the difference between COVID-19, a common cold, the flu and allergies. This chart can help you figure out which illness your symptoms may...
by Premier Allergy | Aug 24, 2020 | Allergies
If you live in Chicago, there is no doubt you’re starting to feel the allergic effects of ragweed pollen. Ragweed pollen is one of the most common allergies – about 23 million Americans are affected by ragweed pollen. The light pollen spreads so easily that it...
by Premier Allergy | Jul 20, 2020 | Sinus Disease
A sinus infection, also known as sinusitis, occurs when the cavities around the nasal passages become infected and swollen. Sinus infections share many symptoms with the common cold, making it easy for people to delay appropriate treatment. Because it can be...
by Premier Allergy | May 11, 2020 | Allergies
Skin testing for allergies has become the most reliable method of testing. They’ve been in use successfully for over 100 years and combined with a physical examination and a patient’s medical history, can provide for accurate and precise information than a blood test....
by Premier Allergy | Apr 27, 2020 | Allergies
Can you develop new allergies as an adult? You may find yourself wondering that, if all of a sudden your pet is causing your eyes to itch or you can’t stop sneezing outdoors. While you never had these issues as a child growing up, they’ve now taken you by surprise as...
by Premier Allergy | Apr 20, 2020 | Allergies
Due to social distancing efforts, we are all spending much more time at home these days than usual. For people that suffer from allergies, this means increased exposure to allergens that exist in your home. Many people are aware of outdoor allergens like pollen and...
by Premier Allergy | Apr 6, 2020 | Food Allergies
With the recent coronavirus outbreak, it’s safe to say that Easter may be slightly different this year in Illinois. Stay-at-home orders mean that many families will be finding alternative ways to celebrate the holiday, just as families that manage different food...
by Premier Allergy | Mar 30, 2020 | News
The COVID-19 pandemic has recently brought up concerns over whether allergy and asthma patients should continue to take routine medications, including inhaled and intranasal corticosteroids. The confusion comes from multiple sources, including the World Health...
by Premier Allergy | Mar 23, 2020 | Medical
** Please see all of our latest COVID-19 updates here. ** The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently warned that people with asthma may be at higher risk of becoming very sick from COVID-19 than others. The virus can affect your respiratory...
by Premier Allergy | Mar 9, 2020 | Allergies
Spring allergy season is upon us. During this time of year in Chicago we can expect the weather to change daily and drastically. Over the last several years there has been a consistent increase in the length and intensity of the allergy season, and this year should...
