How allergies are affecting your kids - with allergist and ENT surgeon A/Prof Larry Kalish

Dr Mahony chats with Professor Kalish in this episode about all things allergies in kids. Professor Kalish shares so much practical and easy to understand information and advice on everything from recognising allergies in your kids, to different medical treatment options, in home management, and so much more. 

1:03 How common are allergies really?

2:54 Should kids stop taking any antihistamines before their diagnostic visit?

4:00 Different types of in-clinic testing for allergies

5:11 What medications are best for allergies?

8:20 Is immunotherapy a good solution?

11:34 What lifestyle changes and in-home changes help?

13:25 What are the effects if parents don’t treat their kids allergies?

15:03 Could long term breathing issues in adults be caused by undiagnosed allergies

16:53 How long should parents medically treat kids for allergies before considering surgery?

18:02 How can you change kids breathing habits after surgery?

20:29 Saline rinses help prevent cover - how about allergies?

20:31 What are your thoughts on laser surgery in the nose?

22:38 Is a referral necessary to see you?

You can see Professor Kalish at his practice in Edgeliff, Sydney. www.sinuscentre.com

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