Allergist Dr. Carlos Piniella, MD, in Coral Gables, FL

There are some allergy problems, like in the mild case of hay fever, that may not need or require any treatment from an allergist. There are some cases where allergies can be controlled with the occasional use of certain over-the-counter medications. However, some allergies can interfere with a person’s day-to-day activities or also begin to decrease their overall quality of life. In some serious cases of allergies, they can even be life-threatening. So, if you are suffering from allergies, it is time for you to take back control of your life. See one of the top allergists today to find a solution for your allergies or asthma.

An allergist is a specialized physician who is specifically trained in the diagnosis and treatment of asthma and other allergic diseases. An allergist is specially trained and certified to be able to identify allergy and asthma triggers in their patients. Allergists diligently work with their patients and can help treat or prevent their allergy problems and symptoms.

Allergies are the body’s exaggerated immune response to substances that are typically harmless to most people, such as pollen, dust, or certain foods. When an allergic person comes into contact with these triggers, their immune system mistakenly identifies them as harmful and overreacts. This can lead to symptoms like sneezing, itching, rashes, swelling, and in severe cases, anaphylaxis, which is a life-threatening reaction.

Common allergens include pollen, pet dander, mold, insect stings, and certain foods like nuts or shellfish. For many people, allergies can be seasonal, such as hay fever during the spring when pollen levels are high, or year-round, such as pet dander allergies. Symptoms can range from mild discomfort to more severe reactions, depending on the individual’s sensitivity and the allergen involved.

If you are dealing with allergies, it’s important to consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment. At Piniella Asthma + Allergy in Coral Gables, FL, Dr. Carlos Piniella, MD, and his team provide specialized care to help manage and alleviate allergy symptoms, offering personalized treatment plans tailored to your needs.

There are so many different ordinary substances that can trigger allergic reactions in allergy-prone individuals. While some people have very unique allergies, such as grass, the majority of people have very common allergies. These allergies are triggered by allergens. Allergies that are among the most common include, but are not limited to:

• Plant pollens
• Molds
• Household dust (dust mites)
• Cockroaches
• Pets (particularly cats & dogs)
• Industrial chemicals
• Foods (commonly includes milk, eggs, nuts, soy, and fish)
• Medicines
• Feathers
• Insect stings (most common include honeybees, wasps, fire ants, yellow jackets, and hornets)

Asthma and allergies do not have a specific “type” of person that they develop in, they can actually affect anyone – regardless of age, gender, race, or any socioeconomic factors. However, it is true that asthma and allergies are most commonly developed in children – and can also occur for the first time at any age. There are some cases where allergy symptoms will develop in early childhood and will then disappear for many years until they start up again sometime during adult life.

However, although the exact genetic factors are not yet discovered or understood by medical doctors, there is a hereditary factor that has the tendency to be passed on to children which will make them more prone to developing asthma and allergies. In very susceptible, unique people and circumstances, factors such as hormones, stress, smoke, perfume, and/or other environmental irritants can also play a role in a child developing asthma and allergies at some point in their life.

Contact us today for more information or request an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 6705 SW 57th Ave # 520 South Miami, FL 33143! We serve patients from Coral Gables FL, Miami FL, South Miami FL, Westchester FL, Medley FL, Hialeah FL, and Kendall FL.