Aloha Allergy and Immunology

Did you know that you can be allergic to the sun? Swipe to learn more about solar urticaria, a reaction that some people experience from exposure to sunlight or UV rays ☀️

Schedule an appointment at Aloha Allergy and Immunology if you suspect you have solar urticaria or would like to learn more about it from one of our physicians! 🌈

Struggling with food allergies? At Aloha Allergy and Immunology, we have you covered—we now offer an exciting new food allergy medication called Xolair, so that you can put your food allergies in the past! Schedule an appointment with a physician at Aloha Allergy today to discuss if Xolair is a good treatment option for you! 🩺

Phytophotodermatitis is no fun—but it is important to learn to recognize it if you are especially often around plants, fruits, and vegetables as well as some treatment options in case of a severe reaction. Make an appointment at Aloha Allergy & Immunology if you would like to learn more! 🩺🌈

Our staff at Aloha Allergy and Immunology wants to wish you a very Happy Holidays from our family to yours!

Dr. Lucuab-Fergurur will be leaving our staff this December, and we wish all the best in her future and thank her for all her service and dedication to Aloha Allergy and Immunology for the past few years!

You may have heard of something called RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) going around, especially in young children. Swipe through to learn more about RSV, such who it affects, its symptoms, and how to prevent it. Speak to a physician at Aloha Allergy and Immunology on getting yourself or your child vaccinated against RSV!

Swipe to learn about milk and egg allergies and how to manage them! Schedule an appointment at Aloha Allergy and Immunology today if you would like to see a physician about your allergies! 🩺

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Swipe through to find out about metal sensitivity and how you can manage it! Schedule an appointment with a physician at Aloha Allergy if you suspect you have a metal allergy or need more information on how to treat an existing metal allergy! 🩺

Lately we have been experiencing a high volume of electronic communications involving email and My Chart messages, and while we understand the convenience of using these instant messaging systems to contact our doctors, we are not able to process them all and are required to stay after hours to do so. If you have any questions regarding health issues or prescription refills, please schedule an appointment with a doctor — we also offer Telehealth appointments for your convenience. We will be using email and My Chart messages only for short notifications and document exchange. Thank you for your understanding.

Wishing you a happy holidays from our ʻOhana at Aloha Allergy and Immunology LLC to yours!

please scroll through the post to learn about stinging insect allergies, how to identify them, and how to treat them! for more information, or to see if you have a stinging insect allergy, you can schedule a visit with one of our physicians at Aloha Allergy!

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Gustatory rhinitis is a type of nonallergic rhinitis involving the symptoms of a runny and stuffy nose that are not linked to an allergy. The onset of gustatory rhinitis is commonly attributed to ingesting spicy or heated foods (for instance, soup) which causes a suddenly watery or stuffy nose. Gustatory rhinitis gets commonly mistaken for food allergies, and can sometimes be difficult to differentiate and may require consultation to do so. Some simple remedies to gustatory rhinitis involve avoiding the triggering foods or using nasal sprays and decongestants. For other solutions and help with diagnosis consider getting a consultation with one of our specialists at Aloha Allergy and Immunology. More information on nonallergic rhinitis can be found on https://www.uptodate.com/contents/nonallergic-rhinitis-runny-or-stuffy-nose-beyond-the-basics.

We wanted to bring to your attention the updated mask mandates as per https://hawaiicovid19.com/mask-guidance/. The use of masks indoors will be suspended today, March 26. However, it is important to use proper discretion and know that masks are still recommended for those over the age of 65, as well as immunocompromised and/or unvaccinated individuals. Masks will still also be enforced in generally crowded and highly-trafficked places such as schools, hospitals and medical facilities, airports, public transportation, and as per the discretion of privately-owned businesses. Queens Medical Center and therefore Aloha Allergy and Immunology LLC will still require the use of masks as we are a health facility that sees immunocompromised people. We also recognize that the respiratory symptoms of covid-19 might appear to be very similar to allergy symptoms and ask that for your safety and those around you that you please continue wearing masks and social distancing when visiting our clinic. Mahalo!

We sincerely apologize in the delay of answering phone calls and booking appointments as we are currently short staffed during the current circumstances. We are working very hard to accommodate your needs, however if you are unable to schedule an appointment though phone, please email us at [email protected] and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Mahalo for your patience and we hope to see you soon!

Hereditary angioedema (HEA) is a rare genetic condition that can go undiagnosed for years due to its likeness to typical food allergy symptoms. The symptoms of HEA involves painful swelling such as in the face and hands and can also persist in the form of stomach bloating. Episodes of swelling due to HEA have a wide array of triggers depending on the individual — from anxiety to medications and illnesses. Visit your allergist if you have a history of these symptoms especially leading to ER visits, as HEA tends to continuously go undiagnosed by other specialists due to its rarity. To find out more about HEA, please visit https://www.aaaai.org/Tools-for-the-Public/Conditions-Library/Allergies/Understanding-Hereditary-Angioedema or schedule an appointment with a physician at Aloha Allergy and Immunology today.

While many people own pets, unfortunately many individuals also have allergies to their animals which might make it difficult for them to own a pet or get one. Allergies to pets are often triggered by the proteins in their dander, skin flakes, saliva, urine, and pollen and mold particles that may accumulate on their fur. These allergies are usually defined by symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, itchiness, and watery eyes. Hypoallergenic dog and cat breeds do not necessarily mean that these animals might still not trigger allergies. While many individuals might think that the only solution to cope with their pet allergies is getting rid of their pet, fortunately it doesn’t always have to come to that — allergists/immunologists are able to do desensitization treatments on both adults and children that can cure these allergies while being able to still keep your pet. Visit Aloha Allergy and Immunology to set a proper diagnosis and explore treatment options that will make both you and your pet happy!
For more information, please visit https://www.aaaai.org/conditions-treatments/allergies/pet-allergy

Molds are very common in Hawaii throughout buildings and homes as the conditions are ideal for their survival — especially in warm and damp areas. Molds release spores which we inhale; while for some people it is unnoticeable, for others it may cause an allergic reaction or asthma. Common symptoms of this reaction are runny/itchy nose, nasal congestion, watery eyes, and sneezing. There are many types of molds, however not all can trigger an allergic reaction — the more common species are Alternaria, Aspergillus, Cladosporium, and Penicillium. To find out if you are possibly allergic to any type of mold, especially if you find yourself experiencing allergy symptoms, consider scheduling an allergy test with your allergist. For more information, please visit https://www.aaaai.org/Conditions-Treatments/Allergies/Mold-Allergy

New CDC guidelines passed for fully vaccinated individuals!
This is applicable to individuals who have received the second dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccine since over two weeks ago OR individuals who have gone two weeks since they have received a single dosage of the Johnson & Johnson vaccination.
Fully vaccinated individuals are allowed to gather with other fully vaccinated individuals without having to wear a mask or practice social distancing. They may also come into contact with unvaccinated individuals without having to wear a mask or social distance. Additionally, following a known exposure but remaining asymptomatic, a fully vaccinated person may omit quarantine and testing. For more information and continued updates, please check out the CDC website!

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/fully-vaccinated-guidance.html

COVID-19 and Your Health Symptoms, testing, what to do if sick, daily activities, and more.

We are grateful to have had the opportunity for all of our physicians and staff at Aloha Allergy and Immunology to receive the COVID-19 vaccine! If you have any questions concerning allergic reactions in relation to the vaccine, please feel free to reach out to any of us.

We have just posted information on our website regarding current vaccination guidelines, where to receive it, and a Q&A on COVID-19 and how it relates to individuals with a history of immunodeficiency. Please visit the website at alohaallergy.com/covid-19-vaccine-info to learn more!

No one likes to get shots, but the flu vaccination is a very beneficial and important compromise. The CDC advises that getting a flu shot this year may be as important as ever, as we are in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Reducing your risk of being hospitalized for flu can greatly alleviate the currently large strain on hospitals and healthcare facilities that are running at capacity with COVID-19 patients.
Regularly getting a flu shot will also help “exercise” your immune system by keeping it active and ready to respond to illness. The longer you go without getting a flu shot the more likely you will become severely ill should you contract it. You can check with your physician or local pharmacy on whether you can get your flu shot right now.

Don’t put your chronic conditions on hold! Our Honolulu office will still be open for physical appointments, however if you are not comfortable coming in given the current situation, we are also available through Telehealth. To learn more about Telehealth, please visit our website at alohaallergy.com

Please send us any more questions regarding the immune system and we would be happy to address them!

🔸Question: How do you know if your immune system is weakened?
🔹Dr. Lucuab-Fegurgur’s Answer: You may have a weakened immune system if you tend to develop frequent and/or severe or unusual infections. If you have any concerns about your immune system, please consider scheduling an appointment with a specialist.
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🔸Question: What does it mean to have a weak immune system? How many people does this affect?
🔹Dr. Lucuab-Fegurgur’s Answer: People with a “weak” immune system may be lacking or deficient in one or more components of the immune system, which may impair its ability to defend against some infections. A weak immune system may be secondary (e.g., malignancy or immunosuppressant medications) or primary (inherited). About 1 in 500 people are born with a primary immunodeficiency, however these vary in severity as there are over 300 types of primary immunodeficiency.
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🔸Question: What does it mean to “boost” your immune system? Is it possible to do that, and if so, how?
🔹Dr. Lucuab-Fegurgur’s Answer: We can potentially “boost” or optimize our immune system by keeping ourselves in an overall state of good health. This may include getting adequate sleep, exercising regularly to maintain a healthy weight, eating healthy foods, avoiding potential toxins such as to***co and excessive alcohol, and minimizing stress. Moreover, we should all practice frequent hand washing and other steps to help avoid infection.
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