Allergy Center

The Allergy Center at Arsbiomedica specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of all allergic diseases in both children and adults, including both immediate and delayed types.

What conditions does an allergist treat?

An allergist handles a range of conditions, including:

• Respiratory: such as rhinitis, conjunctivitis, hay fever, allergic and non-allergic asthma.
• Dermatological: such as urticaria, atopic dermatitis/eczema, contact dermatitis (caused by metals, fragrances, preservatives, dyes).
• Pharmacological: such as allergies to local anesthetics, antibiotics, NSAIDs, etc.
• Food-related: including food intolerances like FODMAP and gluten sensitivity.

Our facility, with its high level of specialization in molecular allergology, offers highly targeted tests such as ImmunoCap, ISAC, Faber, and Alex.

When should you see an allergist?

It is advisable to consult an allergist if you experience symptoms that may be warning signs of various allergic conditions.

• Frequent sneezing, nasal itching, or a constantly blocked nose, breathing difficulties, and chest tightness could indicate respiratory allergies.
• Dry, red, itchy skin or the appearance of blisters or crusts may be signs of dermatological allergies.
• Abdominal pain caused by cramps, nausea, vomiting, bloating, or difficulty with bowel movements could be signs of food allergies that should be evaluated by an allergist.

At Arsbiomedica, you can undergo the following allergy tests:

• Immediate-type allergy tests (Skin Prick Test and Prick-Prick) for foods, inhalants, and medications.
• Tolerance tests for local anesthetics (dental anesthesia).
• Delayed-type allergy tests (Patch Test).
• Nasal cytology (for studying allergic and non-allergic rhinitis).
• Respiratory function tests (spirometry, including bronchodilation test, oxygen saturation).
• Allergen immunotherapy, commonly known as “allergy vaccines,” including subcutaneous injection methods.

We are also equipped to perform the most delicate and challenging tests within a protected pathway (Day Hospital), such as:

• Food Provocation Tests (FPT).
• Food desensitization.
• Drug exposure tests.
• Exercise tests for studying asthma.