Allergy sufferers in Arizona may become so accustomed to chronic symptoms such as sneezing, nasal congestion, or wheezing that they do not consider their condition to be unusual. Yet, with the help of an allergist, these symptoms can usually be prevented or controlled and the quality of life greatly improved. If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, we encourage you to schedule a visit.
- Allergies are causing secondary symptoms such as chronic sinus infections, nasal congestion, or difficulty breathing.
- Hay fever or other allergy symptoms are experienced several months out of the year.
- Antihistamines and other over-the-counter medications do not control your allergy symptoms or create unacceptable side effects, such as drowsiness.
- Asthma or allergies are interfering with your ability to carry on day-to-day activities.
- Asthma or allergies decrease the quality of your life.
- You are experiencing signs of asthma such as:
- Occasionally struggle to catch your breath.
- Often wheeze or cough, especially at night or after exercise.
- Frequently short of breath or feel tightness in your chest.
- You have previously been diagnosed with asthma but, despite treatment, you still have frequent acute asthma attacks.
