Allergy & Immunology

The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. Children can develop symptoms such as high fever, chills, achy muscles, and decreased appetite, and preventive measures help reduce …

Asthma is a lung disease marked by chronic airway inflammation. The airways stay sensitive, and certain triggers cause them to swell and narrow. When this happens, mucus builds up, muscles …

Allergies typically show up on your skin before you notice anything else, and they can trigger several kinds of reactions. Your body reacts to a trigger, and the skin flares …

Allergies develop when the immune system reacts to a substance that is usually harmless, such as pollen, pet dander, or certain foods. The immune system treats these substances, called allergens, …

An asthma specialist is trained to manage breathing conditions that affect the airways. They identify symptom triggers, and they assess how your lungs respond to them. Since treatment needs vary by …

Allergies happen when your immune system reacts to a substance that is normally harmless, and these reactions can range from mild to severe. You might experience sneezing, itchy eyes, a …