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Eczema

An allergy doctor’s take on eczema

The word “eczema” is also used specifically to talk about atopic dermatitis, the most common type of eczema. And what triggers these flare-ups? Let’s take a look.

By Marinda McDonald, 11 months6 months ago
Medicine dropper for oral immunotherapy
desensitisation

Oral immunotherapy: The pros, cons and risks

The goal of immunotherapy is to help your immune system retains the memory of processing an allergen. In doing so, it will continue producing the blocking antibodies preventing an allergic reaction, long after we stop the immunotherapy.

By Marinda McDonald, 12 months2 months ago
Medications

The ins and outs of antihistamines

One of the first treatment avenues for a runny and itchy nose, or any other light to mild allergic reaction is likely to be over the counter medicine. Most patients tend to consider taking antihistamines. However, it’s essential to be mindful of the different types of antihistamines to select the Read more…

By Marinda McDonald, 1 year6 months ago
Gluten

Carte Blanche: Fake gluten-free labels – innocent mistake or food fraud?

Allergy Clinic founder dr. Marinda McDonald recently appeared on Carte Blanche to share her thoughts and expertise about gluten intolerance and the dangers of gluten exposure for patients with coeliac disease.

By The Allergy Clinic, 1 year6 months ago
In the media

Podcast: The ins and outs of allergies

If you’re struggling to navigate the world of allergies or would like to know more about allergies in general, the podcast of this interview is a must-listen.

By The Allergy Clinic, 1 year6 months ago
a life with allergies
Anaphylaxis

Understanding the emotional impact of a life with allergies

Finding out your child has an allergy can be an overwhelming experience. Not only do you have to manage them from a medical perspective, but there is that constant tug, that worry, that need to protect.

By The Allergy Clinic, 1 year6 months ago
Anaphylaxis

Why there’s no need to chicken out of getting a flu shot

Many people tend to confuse allergies with some of the common side-effects associated with flu shots. That’s why, when it comes to how your body might respond to a flu shot, it’s essential to draw a distinction.

By Marinda McDonald, 2 years6 months ago
Food bullying
Anaphylaxis

Food bullying is no laughing matter – be aware of the dangers

Bullying is a universal phenomenon and must be dealt with a solid plan of action. But when a child is being food bullied, the response needs to be swift and decisive.

By Marinda McDonald, 2 years6 months ago
Bee stings

Here’s what you need to know about bee stings and allergies

For most of us, a bee sting is likely to lead to temporary pain and discomfort. But if you’re allergic to bee venom, a sting can be very dangerous – and you might not even know that you’re allergic.

By Marinda McDonald, 2 years6 months ago
Nut free schools might not be the answer to protect kids with nut allergies like peanut allergies.
Nut allergies

Why a nut-free school won’t protect your child

According to the latest research by the National Education Association in the US, 16% to 18% of kids with food allergies will experience an allergic reaction at school. And out of these kids, only 28% will require adrenalin

By Marinda McDonald, 2 years6 months ago
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