This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. [blog updated April 2019] Is Benadryl the Best Option for Treating Allergic Reactions? Dr. Dean Mitchell, Board Certiallergic-reactions-and-benadryl.jpgfied Allergist in NYC, discusses why Benadryl is not the best antihistamine for allergic reactions. For so many years people […]
The Worst Allergy Season Ever! Don’t Worry, My Tips Will Keep You Protected
The Worst Allergy Season Ever seems to be the headline every spring. It alarms those that typically suffer from pollen allergies, and it worries others who think it’s contagious. The real secret to getting through a bad allergy season is to take some precautions before the season ever begins. The other key is to use […]
The Allergist’s Role in Treating Chronic Cough – Part 2
In the previous post, I spoke about the causes of chronic cough due to nasal congestion and post-nasal drip. Today, I want to discuss when a chronic cough emanates from the chest. It seems obvious when a person is coughing that the problem is in their chest; however, a good allergist/physician should take a complete […]
Joint Pain & Fatigue: Beware of Ticks That Keep on Ticking…
I’ve seen 2 dramatic cases of Lyme disease this past month. Both patients presented with joint pain, swelling and rashes. Lyme disease is especially common during the summer months when people are outside more, but even after the summer, cases can develop that didn’t present with apparent symptoms. The Not Always Obvious Symptoms I’ve spoken […]