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Allergy & Immunotherapy Services
Allergy & Immunotherapy
Allergies can significantly impact daily life, from seasonal triggers to year-round sensitivities. At Santosh Advance ENT Healthcare, we specialize in identifying, managing, and treating various allergy-related conditions using modern testing and immunotherapy solutions. Our goal is to provide long-term relief and improve your quality of life.
Allergy & Immunotherapy Services – Common Treatments
1. Skin Prick Testing
A simple and effective method to identify allergens such as pollen, dust, mould, or food. Tiny amounts of allergens are placed on the skin, and reactions are observed. This test helps pinpoint allergy triggers, guiding doctors to design the most accurate and personalized treatment plan.
2. Intradermal Allergy Testing
In this procedure, a small amount of allergen is injected just beneath the skin to detect sensitivities. It is more sensitive than skin prick testing and often used for diagnosing drug allergies or insect sting allergies. The results help in tailoring effective therapies for long-term relief.
3. Blood Allergy Testing (RAST/IgE)
This test measures specific IgE antibodies in the blood to identify allergic reactions. It is especially useful when skin testing is not possible. By providing precise results, it helps create personalized treatment strategies for conditions like asthma, hay fever, food, or environmental allergies.
4. Immunotherapy Injections (Allergy Shots)
Allergy shots gradually expose the body to allergens, helping it build tolerance over time. This long-term treatment reduces symptoms and the need for medications. It is highly effective for allergic rhinitis, asthma, and insect sting allergies, offering patients lasting relief and improved quality of life.
5. Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT)
Instead of injections, allergens are administered as drops or tablets under the tongue. This safe and convenient therapy is effective for pollen, dust mite, and pet allergies. SLIT helps reduce allergic symptoms naturally by training the immune system, especially suitable for children and needle-sensitive patients.
6. Asthma Management with Allergy Control
For patients with allergy-induced asthma, a combined approach of allergen avoidance, medication, and immunotherapy is used. Treatments are tailored to control breathing difficulties and prevent flare-ups. Long-term management not only reduces dependence on inhalers but also enhances overall respiratory health and daily activity levels.
7. Food Allergy Management
This involves accurate diagnosis of food sensitivities through testing and supervised elimination diets. Patients are educated about food substitutes and cross-reactions. Immunotherapy may also be introduced in selected cases. The goal is to minimize risks of severe reactions while ensuring balanced nutrition and safe eating habits.
8. Drug Allergy Desensitization
For patients allergic to essential medications, a desensitization procedure is performed. Small, increasing doses of the drug are given under close supervision until tolerance is built. This ensures patients receive necessary treatments safely, especially in cases like antibiotic therapy, chemotherapy, or life-saving medication allergies.
9. Environmental Control & Counseling
Lifestyle modifications are part of allergy management. Patients are guided on dust-mite control, pet dander management, air purification, and seasonal precautions. Combined with medical treatment, environmental control significantly reduces symptoms, improves sleep quality, and prevents recurrent allergic attacks, particularly in children and sensitive individuals.
10. Chronic Sinusitis with Allergy Therapy
Chronic sinusitis often has an allergic component. Treatment includes identifying triggers, prescribing medications, and integrating immunotherapy to address root causes. Advanced therapies provide long-term relief from nasal blockage, facial pain, and postnasal drip, reducing the need for repeated antibiotics or surgical interventions.
Allergy & Immunotherapy Services – Common Ailments
1. Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever)
A chronic condition caused by allergens like pollen, dust, or pet dander, leading to sneezing, nasal congestion, runny nose, and itchy eyes. It can affect sleep, concentration, and productivity. Early diagnosis and treatment help patients manage symptoms effectively and prevent complications such as sinus infections or ear problems.
2. Chronic Sinusitis due to Allergies
Long-standing sinus inflammation often triggered by allergies. Symptoms include facial pain, blocked nose, loss of smell, and postnasal drip. If left untreated, it may cause frequent infections and breathing issues. Allergy control, medications, or minimally invasive procedures are often recommended for lasting relief.
3. Asthma with Allergic Triggers
A condition where allergens like dust mites, mould, or pollens worsen asthma symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, and breathlessness. Managing triggers through immunotherapy and medications significantly improves breathing comfort and reduces hospital visits. Regular monitoring ensures long-term control and fewer flare-ups.
4. Eczema Linked to Allergies
Skin inflammation often linked with food or environmental allergens. Patients experience itchy, red, dry, and scaly patches that may worsen with exposure. Identifying triggers through allergy testing and providing tailored treatments, including immunotherapy, helps reduce recurrence and improve skin health and comfort.
5. Food Allergies
Reactions to common foods such as nuts, milk, seafood, or eggs can range from mild rashes and stomach upset to severe, life-threatening anaphylaxis. Diagnosis involves detailed history and testing. Proper management through avoidance, education, and in some cases, immunotherapy provides patients with safety and confidence in daily life.
6. Dust Mite Allergy
A common household allergy causing sneezing, runny nose, nasal congestion, and itchy or watery eyes. It often worsens asthma and rhinitis. Preventive measures, along with targeted immunotherapy, significantly reduce symptoms, providing long-lasting comfort and improving sleep quality and overall health.
7. Mould Allergy
Triggered by exposure to mould spores in damp environments. Symptoms include sneezing, runny nose, coughing, postnasal drip, and asthma flare-ups. Left untreated, it may cause persistent respiratory problems. Identifying exposure sources and initiating immunotherapy helps achieve long-term relief and prevent recurrences.
8. Pet Dander Allergy
Reaction to proteins found in skin flakes, saliva, or urine of pets like cats and dogs. Symptoms include nasal congestion, itchy eyes, and skin rashes. Immunotherapy and preventive steps help pet lovers manage symptoms while continuing to live comfortably with their animals.
9. Insect Sting Allergies
Reactions to stings from bees, wasps, or ants can cause swelling, itching, or life-threatening anaphylaxis in severe cases. Allergy testing and desensitisation therapies are crucial in preventing severe reactions and ensuring patient safety during accidental stings. Emergency preparedness education is also provided.
10. Seasonal Allergies (Pollen Allergy)
Affects patients during specific seasons due to pollens from trees, grasses, or weeds. Common symptoms include itchy throat, watery eyes, sneezing, and nasal congestion. Immunotherapy provides long-lasting relief by training the immune system to tolerate allergens, reducing dependence on long-term medication.
