Managing Allergies in the Summer Months: Tips for Relief

Lounging poolside on a hot Saturday afternoon, early morning hikes, alfresco dining in the park, it’s time to enjoy our favorite things about the summer season! But as the sun shines brighter and the temperatures rises, it’s also high season for grass allergies, bringing about sneezing, itching and congestion.

To shed light on this seasonal struggle, we turn to Dr. Christine M. Panganiban, a renowned allergist-immunologist at Hoag Medical Group who specializes in diagnosing and treating various allergic conditions, helping patients find relief and regain control over their lives.

“The reason I became an allergist is because when I was in college, I felt so sick and could not get better. I saw my doctor and was prescribed a number of medications including antibiotics and still couldn’t get better … a friend finally told me to go see an allergist,” Dr. Panganiban shared in a recent episode of the Empowered be Hoag Podcast on Allergies vs. Colds. “Within one visit we did all of the testing and figured out it was my wonderful new dog causing all of my symptoms. We started a nose treatment which was life changing for me.”

Dr. Panganiban shares her thoughts on the nuances of seasonal allergies and provides practical tips for managing them effectively during the summer months.