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What to do Allergies can cause itchy, watery eyes; postnasal drip; runny nose; sneezing; congestion; wheezing; coughing; skin rashes; headaches; ear infections or stomach problems. Because allergic reactions have symptoms similar to other health problems, many people who think they have allergies, but have never been tested, may not have allergies at all. In fact, some studies have shown that more than half the people who think they're allergic, aren't. As a result, these people are spending money on expensive, yet probably inefficient, medications, and still not feeling better. On the other hand, that chronic cold or your child's repeated ear infections could actually be caused or complicated by allergies. (See Allergies and Children for more information.) Finding out if you're allergic — and what you are allergic to - is like detective work. Once you find the culprit, you can do something about it. Now there's a remarkable test that your doctor can use to tell if you have allergies and just what you're allergic to — the ImmunoCAP® Allergy blood test. Because this test is new to primary care, your doctor may not be aware of it. That's why we've created the Ask Your Doctor Printout in a PDF format. You will need the Adobe Acrobat Reader to view and print this document. Take it with you on your next office visit. It tells your doctor how to get information to make the latest allergy testing technology available to you. |
