Comprehensive allergy and immunology care At Penn Medicine’s Allergy and Immunology Program, we offer a variety of treatments to help patients manage and overcome their allergies. Here’s a brief overview of the most common options:
- Allergy shots: Also known as immunotherapy, allergy shots gradually desensitize your immune system to specific allergens, reducing your symptoms over time.
- Asthma treatments: For asthma sufferers, we provide treatments including inhalers, medications, and breathing exercises to control and prevent asthma attacks.
- Biologics therapy: This advanced treatment targets specific parts of the immune system to help manage severe allergies and asthma that don't respond well to traditional therapies.
- Drug allergy management: If you have a drug allergy, our doctors can perform tests to identify the specific cause and create a treatment plan to manage reactions and prevent future incidents.
- Immunoglobulin therapy: Used for patients with immune deficiencies, this treatment boosts the immune system with antibodies, helping to fight infections and manage allergies.
- Transitions program : This program supports patients transitioning from pediatric to adult allergy care, ensuring they continue receiving appropriate treatment as they grow.
- Venom immunotherapy: For those allergic to insect stings, this treatment reduces sensitivity to venom, significantly lowering the risk of severe reactions.
- These treatments are tailored to meet each patient’s specific needs, helping them lead healthier, more comfortable lives.
Learn about the programs and services within the Section of Allergy and Immunology.