Spring Allergies:

Do You Know the Signs for When Your Child's Allergies May Be Getting Worse

Finally, it is feeling like Spring, and with the warmer weather and rain comes the return of pollen. For the nearly 50 million people in the U.S. who suffer with seasonal allergies (one in five), including millions of children, it also means discomfort. But, the allergy specialists at Kansas City Allergy and Asthma Associates have some timely and helpful tips for Springtime allergies.

KCAA's board certified and fellowship trained physicians remind us that the early weeks of March are when we need to start paying attention to the pollen count, the warning signs of allergy flare-ups and even begin allergy medications early in preparation of those higher pollen counts.
 Avoiding pollen isn't really possible so you need a strategy to cope with it. Minimize contact with outdoor pollens and if you and your family do go outside (and that includes your pet) be sure to change clothes and keep windows closed if possible. See your allergist for help and to make sure you are taking the correct medication.

Some Signs Your Child's Allergies May Be Getting Worse:

(Click Here for the Signs and Other Helpful Tips...)

Featured topics form the conference included:

-- New medications for the treatment of Hereditary 

   Angioedema (HAE);

-- Treatment of patients on venom shots; and

-- Adjunct Treatments for recurrent rhinosinusitis.

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Providing Education and Discussion about Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Care Topics

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NEW: Chronic Hives Study: Local doctors currently conducting Asteria II Study Evaluating an Investigational Medication

Local doctors, including KCAA physician, Mark A Neustrom, D.O., are currently conducting the Asteria II study evaluating an investigational medication for chronic hives.

To qualify for this research study, you must:

• Be 12-75 years of age, AND
• Have experienced itching and have hives: on an almost daily basis for more than 8 weeks continuously -- even though you are using antihistamine treatment, AND
• Have been diagnosed with chronic hives for at least six months, AN
• MUST be willing and able to complete an electronic study diary twice daily at home for the duration of the study. The diary asks questions about your hives and itch.

Qualified participants will receive study medication as well as study-related medical evaluations and tests at no cost. Reimbursement for time and travel may also be provided.

To find out if you or someone you know qualifies or to receive more information, please contact the Research Department at research@kcalllergy.com

or call 913.345.2383.