Say goodbye to nasal congestion, facial pressure, and other allergy symptoms.

Millions of Americans battle with allergies; fortunately, there are many over-the-counter medications that can be used to help control symptoms when they flare-up. Of course, it’s also important to know when it’s time to turn to one of our Thousand Oaks, CA, otolaryngologists for treatment. Here are the common types of allergies and their symptoms, as well as the warning signs of when it’s time to see a doctor,

 

Common Types of Allergies

When someone has an allergy to something, this simply means that the body’s immune system mistakes a harmless element within your environment to be posing a threat. People can have an allergic reaction to just about anything, but the most common types of allergies include:

• Food
• Pollen
• Mold
• Dust mites
• Insect stings or bites
• Medicine
• Latex
• Pet dander

 

Signs and Symptoms of Allergies

The symptoms you experience will depend on the type of allergy you are dealing with. Common allergy symptoms include:

• Runny or stuffed nose
• Sneezing
• Nasal congestion
• Itchy, watery eyes
• Rash
• Fatigue
• Headaches
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea or vomiting

As you might be able to guess, allergies to pet dander, pollen, and mold often lead to nasal symptoms, while food allergies are prone to causing gastrointestinal issues. If you are dealing with any of these symptoms regularly, you could have undiagnosed allergies.

 

When to See a Doctor

It’s important to know when it’s time to visit our Thousand Oaks ENT practice for allergy treatment. While many people can get their allergy symptoms under control with simple over-the-counter medications, if your symptoms are severe or aren’t responding to at-home care, then you should heavily consider turning to us for more effective medication. It’s particularly important to see us if your allergy symptoms are occurring regularly or if they are adversely affecting your quality of life. We offer many treatment options, including:

• Antihistamines
• Decongestants
• Eye drops
• Epinephrine (in severe cases)
• Immunotherapy (allergy shots)

 

West Coast ENT Head & Neck Surgery is ready to provide you with the allergy relief that you’ve been looking for! Call (805) 379-9646 today to schedule an appointment in Thousand Oaks, CA, (805) 527-7320 for Simi Valley, (805) 983-0395 for Oxnard, and (805) 484-5929 for Camarillo!