Over the counter allergy treatments can help mask symptoms in the short term, but some allergy sufferers are looking for a more permanent solution. Dr. Soheil Chegini with Exton Allergy & Asthma Associates says immunotherapy can offer long-term relief from many types of allergies.
At Exton Allergy & Asthma Associates, treatment is based on three pillars: allergen avoidance, allergy medications and allergen immunotherapy. Dr. Chegini says treatment begins with the premise that symptoms are absent when patients are not exposed to allergens. He says it is crucial for a physician to identify allergens relevant to your symptoms and provide extensive education to enable you to avoid certain situations or modify your environment.
However, some patients will choose to forgo avoidance in favor of medication, which provides relief for allergy symptoms without any drastic lifestyle changes.
For many patients, a more advanced form of allergy treatment in Downingtown, PA is a viable option. Dr. Chegini’s office offers immunotherapy, a treatment that can, in many cases, eliminate allergic sensitivity. This method has been particularly successful in some of the most dangerous cases, such a venomous insect bites and airborne allergens.
Immunotherapy isn’t new. Dr. Chegini says today’s advancements are the result of more than a century of study in which continuous development led to modern day successes in the treatment.
During an initial consultation with Dr. Chegini or his staff, physicians will help determine what type of allergy treatment in Downingtown, PA might be best for you. The visit will include an in-depth interview to discuss allergen sensitivity and health concerns.
A physician will also review your general health status and conduct a physical examination. Dr. Chegini says a breathing test may also be administered for patients concerned about problems including coughing, wheezing or trouble breathing. In addition, Dr. Chegini offers several diagnostic methods to determine what type of allergies a person may suffer from.
- Allergy skin testing
- Lung Function testing
- Evaluation of food and medication allergies
- Insect venom allergy testing
- Patch testing
- Oral ingestion challenge
Once the causes are identified, the physician will recommend an allergy treatment to best address the causes of your allergies. Allergy treatment in Downingtown, PA often includes immunotherapy treatment due to its effectiveness in treating and eliminating allergy symptoms.
To determine what type of allergies you may have, consider consulting a Downingtown allergy treatment center for testing and diagnosis. Dr. Chegini’s office offers personalized treatment plans developed individually for each patient.
Exton, PA 19341
Phone: 610-269-3066