Allergies are on the rise.
Allergies are caused by an overreaction of the immune system to a substance that is usually harmless. They can be triggered by pet dander, pollen, dust mites, or mould spores. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and may include sneezing, coughing, wheezing, and rashes. The NHS reports that one in four Brits suffer from allergies at some point in their life, and many adults develop new allergies as they get older. It’s important to find out what you’re allergic to so you can take steps to avoid your triggers. That’s where we come in!
Allergy testing is the only way to know for sure if you have an allergy and what type of allergen triggers it. Our tests will help identify your specific allergies and find a treatment plan that works for you.
What types of Allergy tests are there?
There are a number of tests that we can provide to help you find the solution to your allergies;
– Skin prick tests are the most common type of allergy test and can be done at home or in a doctor’s office. The skin prick test involves placing drops of liquid containing an allergen on your skin and then pricking it with a needle. If you have an allergy to that particular substance, an itchy red bump will appear where your skin was pricked within about 15 minutes.
– Patch tests are a simple way to determine what is causing your symptoms. They involve placing small amounts of suspected allergens on patches that are then taped onto your skin for 48 hours. The patches will be removed and examined under a microscope for signs of allergy-causing substances such as pollen or pet dander.
– Blood tests can be used to check whether your body has created antibodies in response to specific allergens. These tests are not as accurate as skin prick testing, but they do provide more information about the types of allergies you have and how severe they may be. They also show if you have an allergy that is not currently causing symptoms or one that would only cause symptoms when certain things happen (like eating a particular food).
– Elimination diets can help identify the foods that trigger your symptoms, so you know what to avoid in order to feel better. We have an elimination diet for every type of allergy – gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, egg-free, corn-free and more! You’ll get personalized support from our team of experts who will guide you through this process step by step.
– Challenge testing is a supervised test where you eat increasing amounts of the suspected allergen. You need to do this under strict supervision, as medical staff need to be present in case of a severe reaction. It’s important that you know what your triggers are so that you can avoid them and live an allergy-free life.
Get your Allergy tests in Leytonstone with Acheason Pharmacy
If your symptoms are severe or it’s not clear what you’re allergic to, then it might be time for an allergy test. It doesn’t matter if this sounds scary – we’re here to help! We’ll walk through everything from how the tests work, how they’re done and why they’re important.
We offer a comprehensive allergy test, provided by Klarify, that will help identify any substances or foods which may be triggering your symptoms. With this information, you’ll have the power to make healthier choices and live a happier life without being held back by allergies!
We are currently unable to provide allergy testing, please check back in the future to stay up to date about when this service will be available at Acheason Pharmacy.