WHAT ARE SINUS AND ALLERGY PROBLEMS?

Allergy and sinus conditions affect a great number of people with varying severity year around. From sinus infections to severe allergic reactions, our professional and skillful team of board-certified doctors are qualified and prepared to treat you. While there are over-the-counter allergy treatments are available, more severe or recurring cases may require professional medical care. While symptoms may appear similar, an accurate diagnosis can help to determine the best treatment for your allergy and sinus problems. Argyle Urgent Care has a certified on-site laboratory that helps us get fast results so you can get faster relief.

WHAT ARE ALLERGIES AND REACTIONS?

Allergic reactions are caused when the immune system, believing that a substance is a threat, attempts to fight it off. Reactions can range from a rash and an upset stomach to hives and the closure of the airway. This severe reaction is called anaphylactic shock and is an emergency situation.

WHAT ARE SEASONAL ALLERGIES?

Seasonal allergies are caused by environmental factors such as tree pollen and can occur in any season.

 

WHAT ARE FOOD ALLERGIES?

Food allergies are very common among adults and children of all ages. The most common food allergies are shellfish, dairy, eggs, peanuts and tree nuts, wheat, and soy.

 

WHAT ARE ANIMAL ALLERGIES?

Animal allergies are highly common, involving a reaction when in contact with the pelt or hair of an animal. The most common animal allergies are to dogs, cats, and horses.

 

WHAT ARE INSECT BITES AND STINGS?

Most commonly caused by bees, wasps, hornets, and fire ants, allergies to insect bites can quite often be severe in nature.

 

WHAT ARE CHEMICAL ALLERGIES?

Chemical allergies are caused by exposure to some cleaning agents, as well as perfumes, creams, detergents, shampoos, and more. These can cause mild to severe allergic reactions.

 

WHAT ARE MEDICATION ALLERGIES?

Not unlike reactions to certain foods, many people experience sensitivities and allergies in response to certain medications. The most common medication allergy is to penicillin, but there are a number of medications that have caused an allergic response.

Most commonly caused by bees, wasps, hornets, and fire ants, allergies to insect bites can quite often be severe in nature.

 

WHAT ARE CHEMICAL ALLERGIES?

Chemical allergies are caused by exposure to some cleaning agents, as well as perfumes, creams, detergents, shampoos, and more. These can cause mild to severe allergic reactions.

 

WHAT ARE MEDICATION ALLERGIES?

Not unlike reactions to certain foods, many people experience sensitivities and allergies in response to certain medications. The most common medication allergy is to penicillin, but there are a number of medications which have caused an allergic response.

 

WHAT IS SINUSITIS?

A sinus infection (sinusitis) is a painful inflammation of the sinuses, which are located in various spots around the face. This infection blocks the flow of mucus to the back of the throat, causing swelling and pain. Those with allergies, weak immune systems, nasal passage deformities, and nasal polyps are at an increased risk of suffering from sinus infections. The following symptoms may indicate a sinus infection:

• Headaches (generally frontal)
• Tenderness of the face
• Coughing
• Fever
• Fatigue
• Redness
• Runny nose
• Nasal stuffiness or congestion
• Discolored nasal discharge (usually green)
• Pain in the teeth
• Bad breath