Allergologist in Odessa

Allergy signs are manifested directly in contact with an allergen, significantly worsen overall well-being, and reduce performance. A dermatologist-allergist can help cope with the disease.

What does an allergist treat?

An allergist diagnoses and treats a wide range of diseases associated with an atypical immune response. Among the most common pathologies can be distinguished the following:

• acute and chronic urticaria – itchy skin rash resembling stings;
• atopic dermatitis – skin lesion in which rashes of various diameters occur;
• allergic contact dermatitis – another skin allergy that appears at the point of contact with an allergen (for example, a cosmetic product);
• bronchial asthma – inflammation of the respiratory tract leading to a narrowing of the bronchi, the appearance of wheezing, difficulty breathing;
• allergic rhinitis – inflammation of the nasal mucosa causing sneezing, itching and burning in the nasal passages, profuse separation of mucus;
• hay fever – a disease that is seasonal in nature and occurs during the flowering period of plants. Causes swelling and redness of the mucous membranes of the eyes and nose.

A good allergist will find quickly the cause of the pathological condition and prescribe effective treatment.

When should you visit an allergist?

It is recommended to make an appointment to allergology department in Odessa if you experience the following symptoms:

• cough that occurs when inhaling pollen, dust, other irritating substances (fumes of household chemicals, perfumes of cosmetics);
• swelling and redness of the mucous membranes of the nasopharynx, conjunctiva without other signs of infection;
• the appearance of skin rashes;
• skin itching and burning;
• swelling of various parts of the face: lips, nose, cheeks;
• difficulty breathing;
• lacrimation and nasal discharge.

Another reason for a visit to an allergist may be a seasonal deterioration: decrease in working capacity, increased fatigue in spring or autumn. Food allergies can cause manifestations of the gastrointestinal tract: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.

Where to take a referral to an allergist?

Many allergy symptoms are similar to acute respiratory infections (such as rhinitis), so patients can seek help from a physician. In this case, a doctor will redirect the patient to the allergist. When skin rashes appear, some people are referred to a dermatologist. If a dermatovenerologist establishes an allergic cause of the rash, then he will also involve a good allergist to therapy.

But you can also directly make an appointment with an allergist, bypassing other doctors, if you think that the reason for your poor health is an allergic reaction.

The procedure of visit to an allergist

The first visit to an allergist involves a physical examination of the patient (listening to the chest, visual examination of the skin, and so on) and history taking. Then the doctor may prescribe additional studies, among which are the following:

• laboratory blood test;
• skin tests for the allergen.

During the return visit to the allergist, the doctor prescribes treatment tactics. In order for the examination to be as effective as possible, patients are advised to prepare questions for the allergist in advance. The specialist does not have any contraindications to administration, you can contact him at any convenient time. But it’s better not to postpone a visit to the allergology department in Odessa: acute allergic reactions can lead to dangerous complications, for example, Quincke edema.

How does an allergist identify allergies?

The common method for detecting allergens is skin testing. This is a high-precision analysis that allows you to detect quickly external stimuli. The examination is conducted as follows:

1. Allergens or their synthetic analogues are applied to the skin of the patient’s hand from the wrist to the shoulder.
2. A shallow incision or puncture is made at the point of contact so that the substance enters the body.
3. After some time, the reaction of the body is checked: if rashes appear, an irritant is detected.

This examination is not carried out during periods of exacerbation, and it is also contraindicated in pregnant women. In this case, skin tests can be replaced with a laboratory blood test. In this case, the reaction to allergens is checked in the laboratory: the sample taken is alternately combined with various substances and the antibody response to them is determined. The appropriate examination method is selected depending on the individual characteristics of the patient's body and his well-being at the consultation by an allergist.

If you need a good allergist, make an appointment with a specialist at the contact phone number of the medical center “ON Clinic Odessa”.