Seasonal Allergy Testing in San Fernando, CA
Many people around the world suffer from seasonal allergies. This type of allergy stems from airborne substances or other issues associated with one particular season. Most people associate seasonal allergies with spring or fall, but they can occur in any part of the year. Thankfully, seasonal allergy testing provides a way for those suffering to determine exactly what is causing their problem and how they can get treatment.
Request more information about seasonal allergy testing today: Call (424) 365-1800 or contact Dr. Jeremy Fischer online.
What is Seasonal Allergy Testing?
Seasonal allergy testing refers to the tests used to diagnose the presence of seasonal allergies. There are many different outdoor substances that can lead to allergies. These are known as allergens. Allergens occur for all four seasons, meaning that any of these is possible:
- Fall allergies
- Spring allergies
- Summer allergies
- Winter allergies
Some issues that may cause fall allergies include:
- Mold
- Ragweed pollen
- Dust mites
Almost all spring allergies stem from pollen. Types of pollen include:
- Ash
- Cedar
- Cottonwood
- Oak
- Maple
- Grass
- Redgrass
Almost every plant and tree releases some form of pollen, so that list is just a small portion of possible spring allergens.
Problems that lead to summer allergies can include:
- Blue grass
- Ragweed
- Bees
- Tumbleweed
- Thistle
Winter allergies are far less common, but still possible. Winter allergens can include:
- Dust mites
- Mold
- Animal dander
Regardless of the source or season of the allergies in question, these can all be detected with the right seasonal allergy test.
How Does Seasonal Allergy Testing Work?
If allergy symptoms persist for more than one week, it's likely that seasonal allergy testing will be performed. Symptoms of seasonal allergies to watch out for include:
- Runny nose
- Itchy eyes
- Stuffiness
- Fatigue
- Coughing
- Wheezing
- Difficulty breathing
People often mistake seasonal allergy symptoms for the common cold because they are very similar. Seasonal allergy testing will provide a definitive answer about whether a person is dealing with allergens.
There are two primary types of seasonal allergy testing: skin testing and blood testing.
- Skin testing: In this type of seasonal allergy test, the skin is exposed to various allergens. If the skin has a negative reaction, it is an indication that the patient is allergic to that substance. Skin tests can be delivered several different ways, including a skin prick test, which is the most common. Here, the skin is pricked with many different needles containing allergens.
- Blood testing: Less common, but still equally effective, is blood testing for seasonal allergies. Here, blood is drawn from the patient as in routine lab work and analyzed for certain enzymes that cause allergies.
Seasonal allergy testing is available for both children and adults.
Request Seasonal Allergy Testing Now
Seasonal allergies can make an entire portion of the year frustrating and annoying. Request more information about seasonal allergy testing today: Call (424) 365-1800 or contact Dr. Jeremy Fischer online.
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