Allergy & Asthma Center, PC

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Allergy & Asthma Center, P.C., is an allergy practice based in Eugene, Corvallis, and Roseburg, Oregon.

Our practice includes allergists:

Appointments are available in the following locations in Oregon:

An allergist is a physician trained to diagnose, treat, and manage asthma and allergies, whether they are related to or caused by foods, environmental factors (such as pollen), drugs, or topical substances. Conditions that an allergist commonly treats include the following:

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January 2012 Topic of the Month

Skin Allergy Quiz

Skin irritations can be very frustrating. Identifying the cause of a skin ailment is essential in order to relieve the symptoms. In this short quiz you will learn about some common triggers for allergic skin conditions. This quiz scratches the surface of skin conditions. An allergist / immunologist has the skills and training to diagnose your particular skin condition and help you find relief (answers follow the quiz):

Questions

1. A rash can be caused by a skin irritation. True False

2. A food allergy can cause a skin rash. True False

3. Symptoms of a food allergy may present with more than just a skin rash. True False

4. I cannot get a skin allergy from foods that I have eaten for a long time. True False

5. Some foods cause food allergy more often than others in children. True False

6. The common rash of people with allergies is called Atopic Dermatitis. True False

7. Can I get a skin allergy to medications that I have had before? Yes No

8. I cannot get a rash from jewelry that I have worn for a long time. True False

9. There are several common household substances that can cause skin dermatitis. True False

10. Can I get tested for food or medication allergy? Yes No

Answers

1. True: A rash can be caused by several things, including an allergy, infection or skin problem like eczema or psoriasis.
2. True: Symptoms of a food allergy can appear very soon after eating the food or up to two hours after, and it usually is not seen until after you have eaten the food before.
3. True: Symptoms of a food allergy can present with skin rash, vomiting, tingling of the mouth, swelling of the tongue and throat, and hives. More serious problems might include difficulty breathing and a drop in blood pressure, which can lead to severe reactions called anaphylaxis and can result in death if not treated rapidly.
4. False: Food allergy can develop later in life. It may present as skin rash, vomiting, tingling of the mouth, swelling of the tongue and throat, and hives, as well as more serious problems. Some of the most common food allergies found in older allergic persons are to peanut, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish.
5. True: In children up to 90% of food allergies are caused by milk, eggs, peanuts, wheat, soy, and tree nuts.
6. True: This is the common rash of people with allergies - it is called atopic dermatitis, a type of eczema that can be a chronic skin problem that causes dry skin, intense itching, and maybe a red, raised rash.
7. Yes: Medication allergies usually develop after you have had the medication the first time. Some common medications that can cause skin allergy include penicillin, sulfa drugs, barbiturates, and anticonvulsants just to mention a few. Some of the symptoms from drug allergies might be hives, skin rash, itchy skin or eyes, congestion, and swelling of the mouth and throat.
8. False: This is called contact dermatitis, which is often due to nickel.
9. True: This is called irritant contact dermatitis, which is more common than allergic contact dermatitis. This form can account for about 80% of contact dermatitis. Some of these common household substances include strong soaps, detergents, drain cleaners, acids, acetone, and plants. These rashes might resemble a burn with red, chapped, and dry skin. This rash might be more painful than itchy.
10. Yes: Your local allergist can do a skin prick test or blood test to find out if you are allergic to several foods and drugs.

DID YOU KNOW?

To the Point

Some individuals can be allergic to Christmas trees. Reduce your reaction by shaking your tree thoroughly – many vendors have a machine that can do this – and allowing it to dry for a few days in a covered area before bringing it indoors.

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