Kunal Mahajan

Allergy

Allergy

At Dr. Kunal Mahajan Children’s Hospital, we provide comprehensive services for the diagnosis, management, and treatment of allergies, including allergic rhinitis, in children. Allergies are a common and often chronic condition that can significantly impact a child’s quality of life. Our dedicated team of pediatric allergists and immunologists are committed to providing personalized care to help children effectively manage their allergies and minimize symptoms.

Diagnosis: Accurate diagnosis is essential for effectively managing allergies in children. Our experienced pediatric allergists utilize a combination of medical history reviews, physical examinations, and allergy testing to identify allergens triggering allergic rhinitis and other allergic conditions. Allergy testing may include skin prick tests, blood tests for specific IgE antibodies, and allergen challenges to determine the underlying causes of allergic reactions.

Management: Once allergies are diagnosed, our team develops personalized management plans tailored to each child’s specific allergens and symptoms. Treatment for allergic rhinitis and other allergies may include:

  1. Allergen Avoidance: We provide guidance on allergen avoidance strategies to help children minimize exposure to triggers that exacerbate allergic symptoms. This may involve recommendations for reducing exposure to indoor allergens such as dust mites, pet dander, and mold, as well as outdoor allergens such as pollen and grass.

  2. Medications: Our pediatric allergists may prescribe medications to alleviate allergic symptoms and improve quality of life. This may include antihistamines, nasal corticosteroids, decongestants, and other allergy medications to relieve nasal congestion, sneezing, itching, and other symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis.

  3. Immunotherapy: For children with severe or persistent allergies, immunotherapy may be recommended to desensitize the immune system and reduce allergic reactions over time. We offer subcutaneous immunotherapy (allergy shots) and sublingual immunotherapy (allergy drops) as effective treatment options for children with allergic rhinitis and other allergic conditions.

  4. Nasal Irrigation: Nasal irrigation with saline solutions can help children with allergic rhinitis by flushing out allergens and reducing nasal congestion and irritation. We provide guidance on proper nasal irrigation techniques and recommend saline nasal sprays or nasal irrigation devices as part of allergy management plans.

  5. Allergy Action Plans: We work closely with families to develop comprehensive allergy action plans outlining steps to manage allergic symptoms, recognize triggers, and administer medications or treatments as needed. These plans empower children and their caregivers to take proactive measures to prevent allergic reactions and respond effectively in emergency situations.

Follow-Up and Support: Our hospital emphasizes the importance of regular follow-up appointments and ongoing support for children with allergies. We provide regular monitoring of allergy symptoms, medication effectiveness, and allergy test results to ensure optimal management and control of allergic rhinitis and other allergic conditions. Our team is available to address any concerns, answer questions, and adjust treatment plans as needed to meet the evolving needs of each child.

Education and Prevention: In addition to treatment and management, Dr. Kunal Mahajan Children’s Hospital is committed to educating children and their families about allergies, allergen avoidance, and preventive measures to minimize allergic reactions. We offer educational resources, workshops, and support groups to help families navigate the challenges of living with allergies and empower children to take control of their allergic health.