Allergy Testing & Treatment

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Find out exactly what you’re allergic to — environmental or food — with in-office prick testing, blood testing, and allergy shots for lasting relief in Denton, TX.

What We Treat

Tree & Weed Pollens

Cedar, oak, elm, ash, mesquite, and ragweed drive North Texas seasonal misery. We identify your exact triggers instead of guessing.

Grasses & Outdoor Molds

Bermuda, Johnson, and Timothy grasses plus outdoor mold spores cause spring and fall congestion, sneezing, and itchy eyes.

Indoor Allergens

Dust mites, cockroach, indoor mold, cat and dog dander keep symptoms going year-round — even when pollen counts are low.

Food Allergies

Testing for milk, egg, wheat, soy, peanut, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, and sesame, with clear guidance on avoidance and emergency planning.

Skin Prick & Blood Testing

In-office prick testing gives results in about 20 minutes; specific IgE blood testing is available when skin testing isn't practical.

Allergy Shots (SCIT)

Subcutaneous immunotherapy retrains your immune system over time for long-term relief — not just symptom masking.

What to Expect

Allergy Consultation

We review your symptom history, timing, home and work exposures, current medications, and any prior reactions to build a focused testing plan.

Testing: Prick or Blood

Skin prick testing places tiny drops of allergen extract on the forearm or back with results in ~20 minutes. Blood (specific IgE) testing is used for patients on antihistamines, with eczema, or with a history of severe reactions.

Results & Treatment Plan

Your provider reviews each positive result with you and builds a plan: targeted avoidance, medications, nasal therapy, and — when appropriate — immunotherapy.

Immunotherapy (SCIT)

Allergy shots start with a weekly build-up phase, then transition to monthly maintenance, typically continued for 3–5 years for lasting benefit.

Ongoing Follow-Up

We monitor your response, adjust dosing, refill EpiPen prescriptions where indicated, and retest if your symptom pattern changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between skin prick testing and blood testing?

Skin prick testing exposes the skin to tiny amounts of allergen and reads the reaction in about 20 minutes — it’s fast, sensitive, and inexpensive. Blood testing measures allergen-specific IgE antibodies from a single blood draw and is preferred if you can’t stop antihistamines, have widespread eczema, or have had a severe reaction.

Does allergy testing hurt?

Prick testing is not an injection — most patients describe it as a light scratch. Positive spots may itch like a mosquito bite for 30–60 minutes.

How should I prepare for allergy testing?

Stop antihistamines (Zyrtec, Claritin, Allegra, Benadryl) 5–7 days before skin testing, and avoid applying lotion to your arms or back that day. Keep taking asthma inhalers and any other prescribed medications unless we tell you otherwise.

How long does the visit take?

Plan on about 60–90 minutes for consultation, testing, the 20-minute reading period, and review of your results and plan.

Can food allergies be tested with a skin prick?

Yes. We prick test common food panels and can add specific IgE blood testing. Testing is always interpreted alongside your reaction history — a positive test without symptoms does not always mean a true food allergy.

Do you test children?

We test adolescents ages 12 and up. Younger children are referred to a pediatric allergy partner.

What are allergy shots (SCIT) and how do they work?

Subcutaneous immunotherapy delivers gradually increasing doses of the allergens you react to, training your immune system to tolerate them. Unlike antihistamines, SCIT can change the underlying disease and provide relief that lasts after treatment ends.

How long does immunotherapy take to work?

Many patients notice improvement in the first 6–12 months. Full benefit typically develops over 3–5 years of consistent treatment.

Are allergy shots safe?

Yes, when administered in a medical office. You wait 30 minutes after each injection so we can treat any reaction immediately. Most reactions are limited to redness or swelling at the injection site.

Does insurance cover allergy testing and shots?

Most major insurance plans cover medically indicated allergy testing and immunotherapy. We verify your benefits in advance and offer transparent self-pay pricing for members and uninsured patients.

Do you offer allergy shots for food allergies?

No. SCIT is used for environmental allergens. Food allergy management focuses on accurate diagnosis, strict avoidance, label education, and epinephrine auto-injector readiness.

What if my symptoms are year-round?

Year-round symptoms usually point to indoor triggers such as dust mites, pet dander, or indoor mold. Testing tells us which ones, so remediation and treatment can be targeted rather than generic.

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