Allergy Types

Asp caterpillar stings: what Texans need to know

The asp (puss caterpillar) is one of the most painful stings in Texas. Some reactions are severe. Here's what to do.

Shellfish allergy: one of the most common adult food allergies

Shellfish allergy is one of the most common food allergies that develops in adulthood. Reactions can be severe and lifelong. Here's what to know.

Texas Mountain Laurel pollen and what to know

Texas Mountain Laurel is more famous for its grape-soda smell than its allergy potential, but for some Central Texas patients it does drive symptoms.

Tree nut vs peanut allergy: how they differ and overlap

Peanut and tree nut allergies are commonly confused. Peanuts are legumes, not nuts. Some patients are allergic to one and not the other.

Sesame allergy: now the ninth major food allergen

Sesame became the ninth FDA-recognized major food allergen in 2023. Reactions can be severe. Here's what families need to know.

Cladosporium mold allergy: the most common airborne mold

Cladosporium is the most abundant airborne mold worldwide and a frequent allergen in Central Texas patients with year-round mold sensitivity.

Alternaria mold allergy: Central Texas's biggest outdoor mold

Alternaria is the most clinically significant outdoor mold across the southern US. In Central Texas it drives chronic symptoms in many patients.

Johnson grass allergy: the roadside allergen across Texas

Johnson grass grows wild along roadsides, fencerows, and ditches across Texas. It produces large amounts of allergenic pollen during summer.

Bermuda grass allergy in Texas: the lawn allergen

Bermuda grass is the dominant lawn grass across Central Texas and one of the most allergenic. Here's how to recognize it and treat it.

Mesquite tree pollen allergy in Central Texas

Mesquite is one of the more underestimated tree pollens in Central Texas. Here's when it peaks, who it affects, and how to treat it.

Ragweed allergy season in Waco: what you need to know

Ragweed is Central Texas's fall allergy enemy. Here's when it hits, how bad it gets, and what treatments work for ragweed allergy in the Waco area.

Pollen food syndrome: when pollen makes food a problem

If raw apples make your mouth itch, your pollen allergy is probably the reason. Here's how pollen food syndrome works and what you can do about it.

Pet allergy in Central Texas: you don't have to give up your best friend

Pet allergies are manageable. Here's how allergy testing, environmental changes, and immunotherapy let you keep your pet and breathe easier.

Pecan tree allergy in Texas: one of our biggest pollen producers

Pecan trees are everywhere in Texas and produce significant pollen. Here's when pecan pollen season hits and how to manage the allergy.

Oak pollen allergy in Central Texas: spring's hidden trigger

Oak pollen is the dominant spring allergen in Central Texas. Here's when it hits, what it does, and how to manage it.

Multiple chemical sensitivity: when everyday products trigger reactions

Strong fragrances and cleaning products make some people miserable. Here's what's known about chemical sensitivity and how it relates to allergies.

Mold allergy in Central Texas: humidity, seasons, and solutions

Central Texas humidity creates ideal conditions for mold. Here's how mold allergies work, what triggers them, and what treatment options are available.

Latex allergy: symptoms, cross-reactions, and what to watch for

Latex allergy affects healthcare workers and others with frequent latex exposure. Here's what to know about symptoms, food cross-reactions, and avoidance.

Insect sting allergy in Texas: bees, wasps, and fire ants

Fire ants, bees, and wasps in Texas can trigger severe allergic reactions. Here's what to know about testing, venom immunotherapy, and carrying epinephrine.

Grass pollen allergy in Texas: surviving summer outdoors

Bermuda and Johnson grass dominate the Texas summer pollen scene. Here's how to manage grass allergies and still enjoy the outdoors.

Food allergy testing and treatment in Waco, TX

Accurate food allergy testing is the first step to managing food allergies safely. Here's how testing works and what treatment options are available in Waco.

Exercise-induced anaphylaxis: rare but real

Exercise-induced anaphylaxis is rare, but if you've had hives or breathing problems during workouts, it needs to be taken seriously. Here's what to know.

Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE): the allergy connection

EoE causes difficulty swallowing and food getting stuck. Here's how allergies connect to this condition and what treatment options exist.

Elm pollen allergy in Central Texas: the winter-spring overlap

Elm pollen bridges the gap between cedar and oak season in Central Texas. Here's what you need to know about this overlooked allergen.

Eczema (atopic dermatitis): when allergies affect your skin

Eczema flares are often driven by allergic triggers. Here's how an allergist can identify what's making your skin worse and help you manage it.

Dust mite allergy: the year-round trigger in Texas homes

Dust mites thrive in Texas homes and cause year-round congestion, sneezing, and poor sleep. Here's how to reduce exposure and treat the allergy.

Drug allergy testing and management in Waco

Think you're allergic to a medication? Testing can confirm or rule it out. Most people labeled 'penicillin allergic' actually aren't.

Cold weather allergies in Texas: cold urticaria and winter triggers

Cold weather in Texas brings unique allergy challenges, from cold urticaria to increased indoor allergen exposure. Here's what to watch for.

Cockroach allergy: a common indoor trigger in Texas

Cockroach allergen is one of the most significant indoor asthma triggers in Texas. Here's why it matters and how to reduce your exposure.