Urgent Care for Allergies in Cincinnati, OH

Eastside Urgent Care is equipped to handle a range of allergy symptoms, such as itchy or watery eyes, a runny nose, sneezing, or a rash. While most allergies can be managed with over-the-counter medications or avoidance of triggers, there are instances when urgent care at our center may be necessary.

Consider our urgent care center if you experience any of the following symptoms:

• Severe difficulty breathing: If you have difficulty breathing or are wheezing significantly, we can provide immediate medical assistance.

• Anaphylaxis: If you experience sudden onset of hives, swelling of the face, throat, or tongue, or difficulty breathing, visit us immediately. Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening and requires immediate attention.

• Persistent and severe symptoms: If your allergy symptoms are severe and not responding to home treatment, our center can provide relief.

• Other underlying medical conditions: If you have asthma or other chronic respiratory conditions, allergies can exacerbate the symptoms. Our urgent care center can assess your overall health and provide appropriate treatment.

Eastside Urgent Care is designed to provide immediate, non-life-threatening medical assistance in situations where the patient’s primary care physician is unavailable. Our medical professionals can assess your symptoms, perform tests if necessary, and provide you with treatment. You can expect to be examined by a healthcare provider, answer questions about your symptoms and triggers, and undergo tests to confirm the allergy and its severity, receive medications to relieve symptoms, and get recommendations for follow-up care.

We understand how debilitating allergies can be. From mild discomfort to severe reactions, allergies can significantly impact your daily life and, in some cases, may require immediate medical attention.

If you’re dealing with persistent sneezing, coughing, congestion, eye irritation, or other severe allergic reactions such as anaphylaxis, severe hives, swelling, bronchospasm, conjunctivitis, or gastrointestinal symptoms, it’s time to visit our urgent care facility. Our medical team can provide stronger medications or treatments that are not available over-the-counter.

We also encourage you to seek our urgent care services if:

• You have a fever along with your allergy symptoms.

• You’re experiencing a first-time allergy reaction, especially if it is severe.

• Your allergies are not well controlled by over-the-counter medications or lifestyle modifications.

• You have a known allergy to a specific allergen and experience symptoms after exposure.

• You’re pregnant or breastfeeding and dealing with allergies.

• You have other health conditions, such as asthma or heart disease, that can be exacerbated by allergies.

• Your allergies are causing you to lose sleep, miss work, or affect your quality of life in any way.

We’re committed to helping you manage your allergies effectively. We can provide a comprehensive treatment plan and potentially identify triggers to help manage your allergies better.

We provide a holistic approach to allergy management. Our approach encompasses diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management strategies. Equipped to offer quick and effective treatment for a wide spectrum of allergies, we deal with skin allergies like hives and eczema, respiratory allergies such as hay fever and asthma, food allergies including shellfish and dairy, insect allergies to bee and wasp stings, and drug allergies to antibiotics and pain relievers.

Our allergy treatment begins with an in-depth examination and evaluation of your symptoms. Our healthcare professionals will assess your symptoms, record a thorough medical history, and potentially conduct allergy tests to pinpoint the potential triggers.

Based on the results of your assessment, we customize the treatment options to meet your specific needs. For mild allergic reactions, medications such as antihistamines and corticosteroids are commonly prescribed. In cases of severe allergic reactions, immediate treatment will be administered, which can include injections of epinephrine, intravenous fluids, and oxygen therapy.

In some instances, we may recommend allergy shots (immunotherapy). This long-term treatment plan involves a series of injections containing minute amounts of allergens to gradually desensitize your immune system.

After your treatment, our healthcare providers will guide you on long-term strategies to manage your allergies. This can include educating you on proper medication use, advising you on how to avoid known allergens and triggers, and providing tips to keep your home clean and dust-free. In some cases, we may suggest using air purifiers.

If your allergies are severe or persistent, we may refer you to an allergist for further testing and long-term management.

Many of us suffer from allergies when our immune system overreacts to foreign substances like pollen, bee venom, or pet dander. Allergies are common health issues and their presenting symptoms may often be mild. But what happens if we ignore these allergies? Can they worsen? The answer is yes.

Neglecting allergies can have detrimental consequences, leading to a worsening of symptoms and potential health complications. If allergies are not addressed in a timely manner, the immune system can become hypersensitive to the allergen, causing severe reactions even with minimal exposure. Continuing exposure to allergens without proper treatment can cause chronic inflammation, damaging tissues and making them more susceptible to infection.

We understand the importance of managing allergies. Ignoring allergies not only exacerbates the symptoms but also significantly impacts your quality of life. Constant discomfort, disturbed sleep, and decreased productivity at work or school are just some of the drawbacks. We believe in early diagnosis and treatment to prevent persistent symptoms and unnecessary discomfort.

It is essential to manage allergies as soon as they are identified. This can be done by avoiding allergens, taking prescribed medications such as antihistamines, decongestants, and nasal sprays, and in some cases, undergoing immunotherapy.

By addressing allergies promptly and appropriately, we can help you manage your allergy symptoms while minimizing the risk of complications and improving your overall well-being. For more information, contact us or book an appointment. We are conveniently located at 872 Ohio Pike Cincinnati, OH 45245. We serve patients from Cincinnati OH, Covedale OH, Delhi OH, St Bernard OH, Wilders KY, and Elmwood Place OH.