Allergy Treatment
Why Do I Have Allergies?
Allergies happen when your immune system mistakes something harmless, like dander, dust, mold, or pollen, for a threat and reacts to it. Not everyone reacts the same way to the same allergens, which is why symptoms and triggers vary so much from person to person. For a closer look at common symptoms and Florida-specific triggers, visit our Allergy Symptoms page.
Treatment Options for Allergies
The right allergy treatment depends on what's triggering your symptoms and how severe they are, so it's worth talking with a doctor to find the approach that fits your situation. Common ways to manage or treat allergies include:
- Avoidance: Staying indoors when pollen counts are high, or limiting exposure to other known triggers. This can ease symptoms, though it isn't always practical.
- Medication: Over-the-counter or prescription options, like antihistamines and nasal sprays, can help manage symptoms, though relief doesn't always last.
- Allergy testing: Skin or blood testing can identify your specific allergens, giving your ENT a clearer picture of what's actually triggering your symptoms.
- Immunotherapy: Allergy shots or drops gradually reduce your body's sensitivity to specific allergens over time, offering longer-term relief for some patients.
Sometimes a combination of these approaches works best. Collier Otolaryngology can help you find the right combination for your specific triggers.
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How We Diagnose Your Allergies
Identifying your specific triggers starts with allergy testing, usually a simple skin test or blood test performed in our office. Once we know what you're reacting to, your ENT can recommend a treatment plan based on your results, whether that means avoidance strategies, medication, immunotherapy, or a combination of approaches.
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Request a ConsultationMeet Your Allergy Care Team
Your allergy treatment plan is created by board-certified ENT specialists who understand how allergies affect not just your nose, but your sinuses, ears, and overall daily life.
Dr. Thomas Magardino is a board-certified otolaryngologist who has cared for the Ear, Nose, Throat, and Hearing needs of the Naples community since 1999. Allergy symptoms often overlap with these areas, which is part of why ENT-based allergy care can address the full picture, not just the allergy itself.
Dr. Todd Morehouse brings more than 20 years of ENT experience, with a focus on nasal and sinus conditions, including office-based, minimally invasive treatments.
Learn more about our practice and the physicians behind your care.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I heal from allergies?
There's no single cure for allergies, but many people find lasting relief through the right combination of treatment. This often starts with allergy testing to identify your specific triggers, followed by a plan that may include avoidance strategies, medication, or immunotherapy to reduce your sensitivity over time. Working with an ENT can help you find an approach that actually addresses your triggers instead of just managing symptoms.