Same Day Appointments Available
Same Day Appointments Available
May 18, 2023 | Black & Kletz Allergy
Mammalian meat allergy which is also known as alpha-gal syndrome causes an immediate hypersensitivity reaction hours after eating beef, pork, lamb, venison, or any other mammalian meat product. Although the allergy was first described in patients with hives (i.e., urticaria) and severe life-threatening reactions such as anaphylaxis, there is now a new phenotype of mammalian […]
Read MoreMay 04, 2023 | Black & Kletz Allergy
It is the Spring now and people will be spending a lot more time outdoors. Activities such as hiking, gardening, landscaping, golf, and picnicking tend to pick up in the Spring when the temperatures are warmer and these activities are generally enjoyed until the late Fall in the Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland metropolitan […]
Read MoreApril 12, 2023 | Black & Kletz Allergy
Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways that causes frequent symptoms of coughing, chest tightness, wheezing and/or shortness of breath. If the symptoms are less frequent than twice a week during the daytime and less than twice a month during the nights, it is termed “intermittent” asthma. If the symptoms are more frequent […]
Read MoreApril 03, 2023 | Black & Kletz Allergy
Of all the ailments that people seek an allergist’s care for, one of the most bothersome conditions is hives (i.e., urticaria). A hive can be described as an itchy red blotch or welt that can occur anywhere on the skin. A hive can be flush with the skin or it can be a raised bump. […]
Read MoreMarch 21, 2023 | Black & Kletz Allergy
The esophagus is the muscular tube that propels food from the mouth into the stomach through a rhythmic, coordinated peristaltic action. The interior lumen of the tube is covered by a thin mucus membrane. This normal function can be impaired when the structure is chronically inflamed by various allergic triggers. A subset of white blood […]
Read MoreMarch 07, 2023 | Black & Kletz Allergy
Pollen Food Allergy Syndrome (also called pollen food allergy syndrome) is a condition where there is a cross reaction to allergens that are found both in pollen and certain foods. The most common foods associated with pollen food allergy syndrome include fresh fruits, vegetables, and some tree nuts. The disorder affects roughly one-third of individuals […]
Read MoreFebruary 14, 2023 | Black & Kletz Allergy
This year so far it has been much warmer than usual for Winter. Typically in the Washington, DC Northern Virginia, and Maryland metropolitan area, trees begin to pollinate in March. Over the last few years however, tree pollination began in February. This year, we have seen tree pollen in the air in January and February! […]
Read MoreFebruary 08, 2023 | Black & Kletz Allergy
Nearly all children get infected with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a highly contagious virus, by their second birthday. RSV has a seasonal predilection, usually from December to March every year. In most instances, it causes mild “cold-like” symptoms and resolves without complications in approximately 1-2 weeks. Although most cases get better and resolve on their […]
Read MoreJanuary 25, 2023 | Black & Kletz Allergy
Many fruits and vegetables contain substances called lipid transfer proteins (LPT’s). They are usually present in the skin and seeds of these foods. Lipid transfer proteins are also found in various nuts and some cereals. In the plant, the purpose of the lipid transfer proteins is to move the lipid molecules so the plants develop […]
Read MoreJanuary 09, 2023 | Black & Kletz Allergy
In the U.S., dogs are the most common pets. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, approximately 77 million pet dogs are living in the country spread around roughly 49 million homes. This means that each dog-owning household has an average of 1.5 dogs. The most common breed of dog is the Labrador Retriever. The […]
Read MoreDecember 13, 2022 | Black & Kletz Allergy
Most of the medications used for treating diseases are chemically synthesized in a laboratory. Some newer medications, however, are derived from a variety of natural sources such as humans, animals, or microorganisms. These newer medications, often referred to as “biologicals,” are typically produced by using biotechnology and/or other cutting-edge methodologies. Biologicals represent a breakthrough advance […]
Read MoreDecember 02, 2022 | Black & Kletz Allergy
Now that it is turning cold in the Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland metropolitan area, some allergic individuals are happy because they have a respite from their pollen (e.g., trees, grasses, weeds) allergies which tend to bother them in the Spring, Summer, and/or Fall. Others however, are not as happy, as they either continue […]
Read MoreNovember 22, 2022 | Black & Kletz Allergy
Egg allergy is second only to milk allergy in prevalence among infants and young children. It affects about 1 to 2 % of young children overall. It is also the most common food allergy in children with eczema. Proteins found in egg whites are generally responsible for causing allergic reactions in egg-allergic individuals. Although the […]
Read MoreNovember 08, 2022 | Black & Kletz Allergy
Natural rubber latex is the milky white sap that comes from the Brazilian rubber tree. The Brazilian rubber tree is scientifically referred to as Hevea brasiliensis. The tree is mainly found in Southeast Asia and Africa. The sap is collected from rubber trees much in the same manner that maple syrup is extracted from maple trees. […]
Read MoreOctober 11, 2022 | Black & Kletz Allergy
Influenza Immunization: A routine annual influenza (i.e., flu) vaccination is recommended for all individuals equal to and greater than months of age. The recommendations below should always be discussed and approved by an individual’s primary care provider before vaccination occurs. Children: Children from 6 months through 8 years of age who have previously received 2 […]
Read MoreOctober 06, 2022 | Black & Kletz Allergy
To the average parent, there is generally no association between Halloween and allergies. For some parents however, Halloween can be a “scary” time, but not because of ghosts and goblins. These “frightened” parents are parents that have a child who has food allergies. To the parent of a food-allergic child, the association between Halloween and […]
Read MoreSeptember 14, 2022 | Black & Kletz Allergy
Meat allergy is an increasing problem over the last decade. It is generally not that people have developed a typical food allergy to meat in the classic sense, but this increase has rather occurred because of an entity called alpha-gal syndrome. It is often referred to as mammalian meat allergy, red meat allergy, and tick […]
Read MoreOur Doctors have been featured in both the National and Local News
