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February 16, 2024 Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Xolair (omalizumab) injection for immunoglobulin E-mediated food allergy in certain adults and children 1 year or older for the reduction of allergic reactions (Type I), including reducing the risk of anaphylaxis, that may occur with accidental exposure to one or more foods. Patients who take Xolair…

Have your eyes been itchy and driving you crazy? It might not be what you think it is. Allergic conjunctivitis with hay fever, dry eye, pink eye or blepharitis could lead to wrong treatment and side effects.With an estimated 50 million white blood “mast” cells, the eye can sense irritants and release histamine and other…

For many patients with asthma, their asthma is controlled by identifying and avoiding triggers, taking a daily inhaled or oral controller medication, and using a quick-relief inhaler when symptoms develop. For some patients though, these medications are not enough to control their asthma. Recently, several new medications, known collectively as “biologics,” have been approved for the…

Flu, COVID-19, and other respiratory sickness activity remains high throughout much of the country. With the new year underway, you can expect more coughing, runny noses, and fevers in the weeks ahead. As of January 12, cases of flu, COVID-19, and RSV are elevated across most of the U.S, according to the respiratory virus update from the Centers for Disease Control…

Source: Asthma and Allergy NetworkTips to help you gain better controlAre you tired of your nagging cough or runny nose? Does the thought of spring flowers immediately make you want to sneeze? Are you looking for new ways to eat healthy despite your food allergies?Take control of your allergies and asthma in the new year.…

  If you are pregnant and have asthma or allergies, you may feel uneasy about taking medications, but it is very important to keep your symptoms under control. How do you stay healthy and know which medications are best for you during your pregnancy? An allergist / immunologist, often referred to as an allergist, can tell you which…