Allergy and Immunology
In Flatbush, Brooklyn
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If you, as many New York residents, are dealing with allergies or suffer bouts of allergies in the springtime as a result of the City’s abundant tree and plant life, at Be Well Primary Health Care Center we offer a wide range of services to help. Our team of board-certified allergists in Flatbush, Brooklyn, help you unveil the root cause of your allergies and immunology challenges to provide relief.
Call our offices to embark on a path of strengthened immune system and relief from allergy symptoms today.
About Our Allergy and Immunology Services
Allergies are the natural response that your body develops to combat hypersensitive substances. When it detects it, it produces antibodies to fight it off, which results in reactions like hives, swelling, sneezing, a runny nose, among others.
Allergy Triggers
Oftentimes patients come in with reactions, but can’t pinpoint the cause. Our allergy specialists in Flatbush, Brooklyn, New York, take the time to listen, analyze symptoms, and provide an accurate diagnosis.
The majority of people have gotten allergic reactions at some point in their lives. However, the triggers differ from person to person and some may be seasonal while others are lifelong. Among the triggers, the most common are:
- 💐 Pollen. Pollen is found in flowers, grass, and trees. It is especially abundant in the springtime, and can irritate the sinuses, which can lead to constant sneezing and itchiness.
- 🍤 Seeds, nuts, seafood, and shellfish make up the highest percentage of food allergens.
- 🦟 Insect bites and stings, since the injected saliva or venom contains proteins that trigger an immune response.
Allergy Treatments
Avoidance
By helping you identify potential allergens, you may make lifestyle adaptations to avoid them.
Medication
Depending on the allergen, your Be Well provider will order specific medication, which helps reduce your body’s reaction to the allergen and subsequently reduce symptoms.
Immunotherapy
Severe cases of allergic reactions can be treated with immunotherapy, which helps build tolerance to the source of the allergy over a long period of time.
Epinephrine
If you suffer from an allergy that causes anaphylaxis, you might need to carry an Epi-Pen with you. This emergency shot reduces anaphylactic symptoms until you can find proper emergency treatment.
Allergy and Immunology Specialists in Brooklyn, NY
Your road to successfully managing your allergies begins with a consultation with the right provider. Choosing the professional that is right for you is key in achieving success, and at Be Well, we are champions of health. To learn more about how our allergy and immunology services in Flatbush, Brooklyn, New York, can help you achieve a pain-free lifestyle, schedule an evaluation at Be Well Primary Health Care Center by calling our offices directly.