Ankeny Seasonal Allergy Relief

Experience Relief from Seasonal Allergies

Our staff works hard to provide long-term relief for Ankeny & West Des Moines area patients who suffer from a variety of seasonal allergies, as well as common conditions. For people with seasonal allergies, spring doesn't have the same allure as for non-allergy sufferers.

That's because pollen count rises and can cause hay fever, which can lead to fatigue, headache, sneezing, sniffling, itchy eyes, rash, or asthma symptoms.

Don’t hesitate to reach out for help today, dial (515) 619-5179 to schedule an appointment and learn more about Ankeny seasonal allergy relief.

Explore Your Seasonal Allergy Treatment Options in Ankeny

Allergies result from an overactive immune system. With allergies, your immune system confuses a harmless substance, such as dust or a type of food, for a deadly intruder. When your body overreacts, it does its best to flush out the substance that it perceives as dangerous. This response can lead to a multitude of uncomfortable allergy symptoms, including a cough and runny nose.

The first step for treatment is to pinpoint the source of your allergies accurately through allergy testing. Once that's accomplished, we may recommend avoiding substances that trigger your allergies or suggest advanced treatment options to minimize or cure your allergies.

You may benefit from the following treatments:

• Allergy Drops – can treat asthma, sinus issues, seasonal allergies, rhinitis, animal allergies, dust & mold allergies, and eczema.
• Allergy Shots – like allergy drops, allergy shots build up your natural immunity. Shots are effective against environmental allergens, such as pollen, animals, mold, and dust mites.

Identifying Common Seasonal Allergy Symptoms

Your allergy symptoms depend on the allergen or allergens that provoked a response in your immune system. The list of potential allergens is long and varies from person to person. Chronic cough may also be caused by an undiagnosed allergy or irritation in the environment.

Certain foods, pet dander, pollens, medication, insects, and materials like latex can trigger allergic symptoms, which may include:

• Sneezing
• Itchy/watery eyes
• Runny nose
• Hives
• Rash
• Chest congestion
• Wheezing
• Difficulty breathing

Understanding Adult-Onset Seasonal Allergies

It is possible to experience symptoms of allergies as an adult that you didn't have as a child. Adult-onset allergies tend to occur in early adulthood due to factors such as relocation to a new environment or changes in the immune system.

For effective care for your seasonal allergies, call the Allergy Institute P.C. at (515) 619-5179 or contact us online to start feeling better today.

Learn More About Seasonal Allergies

• Do I Have Seasonal Allergies or a Summer Cold?
• Allergy Patch Tests: What Are They and How Can They Help?
• Understanding Hives and How to Find Relief