We are constantly trying to bring you the most up-to-date and relevant information available. To help in doing so, we've begunn partnering with board certified doctors to answer some of the most frequently asked questions we receive about allergies and asthma.<\/p>\n
_With our first set of questions, I'd like to introduce Dr. Matthew Mardiney, MD.<\/p>\n
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– submitted by TravelBug<\/span>_<\/p>\n Traveling out of the country or even other parts of our country can be challenging for people who suffer from environmental allergies. There is no easy way to ________The keys to travel success are to ensure that your baseline allergic condition is being maximally treated and controlled prior to your travels and to have a _______ ________ – submitted by Marietta, OH Mom<\/span> Every asthmatic is different but typically the summer and particularly the spring can be challenging. Our goal is always shooting for maximum control ________If your child does have pollen sensitivity in the spring and summer it's best to do most activity outside in the early morning or late afternoon when pollen _
\n________predict how a foreign allergen will impact the allergic individual. Factors that can impact include previous exposure, the amount, and duration of exposure. Often
\n________allergy sufferers who have not have had previous exposure will be less affected by a new environment.<\/p>\n
\n________treatment plan going forward. Being prepared to travel means knowing the predominant allergen that you will be exposed to {endemic pollens, animal dander,
\n________mold, etc.} and having backup measures to initiate if symptoms escalate. This includes avoidance measures (as best as possible) and additional medications
\n________such as antihistamines and\/or decongestants for symptomatic control if needed. In extreme cases traveling with a low dose oral steroid and\/or a rescue
\n________inhaler may be warranted based on the person's allergic history.<\/p>\n
\n________Finally, Individualizing a treatment plan with your Allergist or PCP is always a good idea before traveling. Remember the phrase ‘Fail to prepare…prepare to fail’<\/span><\/p>\n
\n________<\/p>\nAny advice on how to keep my asthmatic son active but safe during the spring and summer?<\/span><\/h2>\n
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\n________where the asthmatic patient essentially normalizes and can do anything a non-asthmatic can do. Typically this 
can be obtained to some degree with preventative
\n________allergy and asthma treatment.<\/p>\n
\n________counts are down and temperatures are cooler. Be aware of the air quality and limit outside activities during poor air quality days. If your child struggles
\n________with allergy and asthma despite these measures, a reassessment of their maintenance allergy and asthma treatment is indicated and consideration for allergen
\n________desensitization ‘shots’ should be discussed with your local allergist.<\/p>\n
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