What is an allergy?

An allergy is an abnormal over-reaction from the immune system as a result of exposure to a particular substance.  Sensitive substances could include mold spores, pollen, fungi, chemicals, insect venom, medications or certain foods. These substances can be inhaled, swallowed, or come in contact with the skin. Reactions could include itching, sneezing, difficulty breathing, or skin rash.

What happens when I have an allergy?

When the immune system has a response to a substance that causes an inflammatory reaction, a common response is the release of histamine.  Histamine is a naturally occurring chemical in the body released by cells in the nose, lungs, and immune system during an allergic reaction.  This can cause swelling and inflammation.  The effects of histamine can be reversed by use of an Antihistamine, which could block the effects of the histamine.

Signs and symptoms allergies

General signs and symptoms can be accompanied by headache or sinus pain.  The severity of the following signs and symptoms can vary from patient to patient and may lead to a life threatening reaction. Symptoms could include:

• Sneezing, running, or stuffed nose
• Itchy watery eyes
• Swollen, red-rimmed, or crusting eyes
• Coughing or post nasal drip
• Allergic shiners – dark circles under the eyes
• Tightness in the chest
• Difficulty or noisy breathing
• Red, itchy, welts on skin
• Headache
  

Warning: if you are experiencing severe symptoms, seek medical attention immediately.

Traditional treatment options for allergies

The general approach to treatment of allergies may take up to six months to show results. It can take up to four years for you to be symptom free.   Your doctor may suggest the following treatment:

• Avoid the allergen
• Oral decongestants
• Steroid nasal sprays
• Antihistamines
• Broncodilators
• Anti-inflammatories
• Allergy shots

Hope4Cancer Institute treatment program for allergies

At Hope4Cancer Institute we will make every effort to keep you up to date and comfortable with your diagnosis, options, and treatment.  We work with you to ensure that every aspect of your treatment program is successful.  The recommendations your healthcare team make to you will be for the most effective alternative treatments.
Individual treatment plans will vary.  Hope4Cancer Institute optimizes your treatment program for allergies by integrating our therapies which could include:

• Allergy desensitization with Bio-energetics
• Detoxification: heavy metals, colon and liver
• Nutritional Modification
• Shark Stem Cells
• Dr. Tony’s Total Health Program
• Supplementation
  

Our therapies can help to reduce allergy related side effects and improve your overall quality of life.  Our innovative approach to treatment of allergies focuses not only on the disease, but on the patient’s mind, body, and spirit.
If you are looking for a program that treats more than just your allergies, Hope4Cancer Institute is the place for you.  Call us today at 888-544-5993. Our patient liaison is waiting to tell you more about our innovative approach to your treatment.