Allergy shots can provide much-needed relief from watery eyes, runny nose and other allergy symptoms.
But the shots aren't for everyone. The American Academy of Asthma, Allergy and Immunology says they're not appropriate for food allergies.
Before deciding to begin allergy shots, the academy says you should consider these factors:
- The severity of your allergy symptoms.
- How long your allergy season lasts.
- The effectiveness of antihistamines in treating your allergy symptoms.
- Your desire and ability to take antihistamines and other medications over the long-term.
- Your ability to visit an allergist consistently to get allergy shots.
- Your ability to pay any costs associated with allergy shots.
Health Tip: Traveling Despite Asthma and Allergies
Traveling can expose you to new triggers for allergies and asthma, but planning ahead can help you breathe a bit easier while you're away.
The American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology offers these travel suggestions:
- Pack your asthma and allergy meds in carry-on bags, and keep them in their original containers.
- Continue to take your medications on schedule as directed by your doctor.
- Prepare for potential problems, such as food allergies.
- Keep contact information for your allergist and an emergency contact handy.
- If possible, find an allergist at your travel destination.
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