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April 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 […]
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