Quick-Relief Inhalers Versus Controller Inhalers: Medications for Asthma

Quick-Relief Inhalers Versus Controller Inhalers: Medications for Asthma

Quick-relief inhalers versus controller inhalers: When you or a loved one are having trouble breathing, do you know which asthma medication to reach for? With so many inhalers available these days, sometimes it can be confusing which inhaler to use. Asthma is a common condition, affecting more than 25 million American children and adults. But if not properly controlled, asthma can interfere with school, work, exercise, and overall health. Each year, nearly half of people with asthma will develop a serious flare...

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Intermittent Asthma

Intermittent Asthma

Intermittent asthma is a type of short-term asthma that lasts for no more than 2 days a week. This type of asthma is the least severe classification of asthma but still requires treatment by an allergist to help manage the symptoms if interfere with your daily comfort. Read more in our blog about intermittent asthma and treatment options.   What Causes Intermittent Asthma The causes of intermittent asthma are hard to pinpoint, but the most common triggers of this type of asthma include Allergies...

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Staying Healthy with Asthma

Staying Healthy with Asthma

Staying Healthy with Asthma: Caring for and treating asthma is important for those that live with the condition to live each day comfortably without flare-ups. It’s important to recognize the signs of an asthma flare-up, know about asthma triggers, and work with an asthma specialist to develop a treatment plan you can rely on. Read more to learn about caring for your asthma and the steps you can take to stay healthy this year.   Asthma is a chronic disease of the respiratory system that causes the airways to...

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Hurricane Season and Allergies

Hurricane Season and Allergies

Hurricane season can be difficult for us and our environment, but did you know the stormy weather can trigger allergy symptoms? The turbulent weather patterns caused by hurricane season can spread allergens quickly throughout the air. Learn more about allergies during hurricane season and how to combat them. Hurricane Season & Allergies in Texas Hurricane season begins around early June and ends around the last week of November, with peak season in August and September. With wind speeds up to 100 to 150 miles...

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Houston Allergists: Dr. Serge De Golovine: Everything You Should Know

Houston Allergists: Dr. Serge De Golovine: Everything You Should Know

Houston allergists at McGovern Allergy & Asthma Clinic have provided high-quality allergy and asthma care since 1956. Board-certified in adult and pediatric Allergy and Immunology, as well as in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology, Dr. Serge De Golovine has been with the clinic since February 2013. Learn more about Dr. De Golovine’s work as an allergist.   Q:  What made you choose a career in the medical field, specifically, as an allergist? Dr. De Golovine: Initially, I went to medical school because I...

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