When To See an Ent for Allergies: Signs and Symptoms To Watch For

Allergy symptoms can make you miserable. Allergies can affect your ability to breathe and stay active. Your ENT specialist can help you get relief from allergies. Dr. Siva Elangovan at Resolve ENT in Chicago, IL, provides a wide range of ear, nose, and throat services, including testing and treating allergies.

How Allergies Affect You

Allergies can cause many signs and symptoms, from mild to severe and life-threatening. Some of the most common signs and symptoms of an allergy include:

• Itchy, watery eyes,
• A scratchy throat
• Sneezing and coughing
• Difficulty breathing
• A runny or congested nose
• Nasal and sinus pain and pressure

You should see an ENT specialist for allergy treatment if your allergy symptoms:

• Are they becoming more severe or more frequent
• Are affecting your quality of life
• Aren't relieved with over-the-counter medications

Your ENT specialist may begin with allergy testing to determine what substances are causing your allergy symptoms. When you know what you are allergic to, avoiding the substance is easier. To treat your allergies, your ENT specialist may recommend:

• Prescription-strength antihistamines
• Prescription-strength decongestants
• Allergy shots
• Sublingual immunotherapy

You can take a few important steps to minimize allergens in your environment. You need to:

• Place allergy or HEPA filters in your house, especially your bedroom
• Vacuum frequently or replace carpeting with hardwood floors
• Use hypoallergenic pillowcases and bedding
• Keep pets from coming into your bedroom and off furniture
• Close windows and doors in spring and summer to reduce pollen exposure

A severe allergic response can be life-threatening, so you need to call emergency services if you are:

• Having difficulty breathing
• Turning pale
• Developing a rash that is spreading

Want To Know More About the Signs and Symptoms of Allergies?

To learn more about the signs, symptoms, and treatment of allergies, call Dr. Siva Elangovan at Resolve ENT in Chicago, IL. You can reach him in the office by calling (773) 828-3001, so call today.