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Allergy Immunotherapy for People Tired of Temporary Allergy Fixes
Have you had enough of your allergies getting in the way?
Perhaps you’re always skipping outdoor activities, avoiding certain foods, or limiting time with pets because symptoms flare up.
Ongoing sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, or breathing discomfort can slowly wear you down and make daily life harder than it needs to be.
Many people rely on medications to manage symptoms, but those options focus on short-term relief.
At Atlantic Integrative Medicine, allergy immunotherapy addresses the underlying immune response rather than merely masking symptoms. Our patients can complete their injections at home, with clear guidance and ongoing clinical monitoring.
How Allergies Affect Your Immune System
Allergies begin in the immune system. Your immune system is designed to protect you from harmful threats, such as viruses or bacteria.
With allergies, that system overreacts to substances that are usually harmless. These can include pollen, mold, dust mites, pet dander, or certain foods.
When you’re exposed to an allergen, your immune system releases chemicals like histamine.
Histamine is what leads to common symptoms, such as:
- Sneezing or a runny nose
- Nasal congestion
- Itchy or watery eyes
- Skin rashes or hives
- Breathing discomfort
Repeated exposure can keep the immune system in a state of constant reactivity. This can intensify or prolong symptoms.
Over time, ongoing inflammation can contribute to more persistent problems, including:
- Chronic sinus infections
- Chronic ear infections
- Asthma symptoms
- Skin conditions such as eczema
- Digestive discomfort or gut-related symptoms
What is Allergy Immunotherapy?
Allergy immunotherapy, also known as allergy shots, is a treatment that works in conjunction with your immune system rather than against it. The goal is to help your body become less sensitive to specific allergens over time.
In clinical practice, this is done by exposing your immune system to very small, controlled amounts of the allergen.
The dose is gradually adjusted based on how your body responds. This process helps train the immune system to respond more effectively.
Allergy immunotherapy begins with a detailed evaluation. Your provider reviews your symptoms, testing results, and health history before creating a plan.
Most patients receive allergy shots over time to experience maximum benefit. This timeline allows the immune system time to adapt in a lasting way.
What are the Benefits?
For many patients, allergy immunotherapy offers benefits that go beyond symptom control. These may include:
- Fewer allergy symptoms over time
- Reduced need for daily allergy medications
- Improved tolerance to seasonal or environmental triggers
- Better quality of life during allergy seasons
Another important benefit is durability. Allergy shots can provide long-lasting relief, even after completing the full series.
While responses vary from person to person, many patients continue to experience symptom improvement years after treatment ends.
It’s important to approach immunotherapy with realistic expectations. Progress happens gradually, and consistent follow-up is key. This is why ongoing medical oversight is important throughout treatment.
When Allergy Immunotherapy Is the Best Option
Allergy immunotherapy isn’t always the first step. Many people start with avoidance strategies and medications.
Immunotherapy is often considered when:
- Symptoms are ongoing or return every season
- Medications cause side effects or stop working well
- Allergies interfere with sleep, work, or daily activities
- You want an approach that addresses the immune response itself
At Atlantic Integrative Medicine, our providers take a comprehensive approach to care. Allergies don’t exist in isolation. Lifestyle, stress, environmental exposure, and overall immune health all play a role.
Allergy immunotherapy is often part of our broader care plan to support long-term wellness, with the option of at-home treatment for added convenience.
Over time, your body may stop producing new allergy-related antibodies and begin reducing the levels of existing ones.
This process can lead to meaningful improvements in conditions such as asthma, eczema, and chronic sinus issues for many patients, depending on the individual’s response.
Care doesn’t stop at treatment planning. We accept most commercial insurance plans and Medicare. Our team works closely with you to help maximize insurance benefits and reduce out-of-pocket costs whenever possible.
Book an appointment today to review your symptoms, get tested, and explore at-home allergy immunotherapy with a provider who focuses on long-term immune health and patient-centered care.
FAQs
Q: How long does allergy immunotherapy take to work?
A: Allergy immunotherapy works gradually. Many people notice some improvement within the first year, but the full benefit typically develops over time.
Q: Can allergy immunotherapy help alleviate asthma or eczema symptoms?
A: In many cases, yes. Because allergies are linked to inflammation and immune response, allergy immunotherapy may help improve asthma symptoms, eczema, and chronic sinus issues for some patients.
Results vary, and improvement depends on your individual immune response and overall health.
Q: Is allergy immunotherapy safe?
A: Allergy immunotherapy is a well-established treatment when guided by medical evaluation and ongoing monitoring.
At Atlantic Integrative Medicine, many patients can do their injections at home, with clear instructions, proper dosing, and ongoing clinical oversight to support safety.
Q: Does insurance cover allergy testing and immunotherapy?
A: Atlantic Integrative Medicine accepts most commercial insurance plans and Medicare.
The team works closely with each patient to help maximize insurance benefits and minimize out-of-pocket costs.
Coverage details can vary, so reviewing your benefits is part of the care process.
