Do You Suffer from a Respiratory or Skin Allergy (Contact Dermatitis)?
An allergy is a reaction to a substance that is normally harmless, but often very bothersome or even serious. Respiratory allergies occur when an allergic person inhales certain substances present in the air. For skin allergies, symptoms often appear within 48 hours of exposure to the allergen, but they may also occur earlier, within 15 to 20 minutes after contact with the allergen (hives). On the skin, at the contact area, the skin becomes red, swollen, and covered with oozing blisters. Itching also appears. The itching often disappears a few minutes after removing the allergen or washing the area. These allergens can enter our body in different ways:
- Respiratory (pollen)
- Insect bites
- Absorption (food, medication)
- Skin contact with the allergen
Common Allergy Symptoms
- Runny nose
- Red, watery eyes
- Breathing difficulties
- Skin itching
- Redness
- Worsening of asthma (if already present)
- Repeated sneezing
- Tingling in the nose, throat, and ears
- Headaches
- Snoring
- Swollen eyelids
- Tightness in the chest
- Hives
Allergy Skin Tests at Centre médical Pauzé Ferdais
A medical consultation is required, after which our nurse will meet with you to perform the test.
Allergens We Test For
- Dust mites
- Tree mixes
- Birch mixes
- Dog (dander)
- Cat (hair)
- Grass mixes
- Feathers (chicken, duck, goose)
- Ragweed mixes
- Weeds
- Mold mixes
If you are sensitive to one or more of these allergens, additional tests may be added if you wish. You may also, by appointment, receive a desensitization treatment (immunotherapy) for your allergen. This treatment will be specially designed for you according to the type of allergy you have. Our medical team will then provide you with the necessary explanations regarding this treatment.