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Tips for Teens With Allergies and Asthma

by Julia Samuel on May 3, 2016 at 11:00 PM

Being in a new location with new risky behaviors especially for teens who step into college can negatively impact health and increase the risk for ingesting food allergens and exposure to allergy and asthma triggers.


A new article in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, the scientific publication of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) offers practical tips on how to successfully make the transition.

‘Practical tips on how to manage allergies and asthma, like reviewing your asthma action plan and make sure it's updated, are given by the scientific publication of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI).’

"For most teens, going away to college marks their first time living independently," says allergist David Stukus, MD, member of the ACAAI Public Relations Committee and author of the article. "In addition to moving to a new place, many must learn to manage their own schedule, diet, exercise and health. Young people may find their allergies and asthma neglected due to other, seemingly more important demands on their attention."

According to Dr. Stukus, late spring is a good time to see your current allergist about your move because some of the changes you'll be making could take a while. Make an appointment and go over these seven things during your visit: 1.Review your asthma and/or anaphylaxis action plan and make sure it's updated.
2.Ask your allergist for a referral to an allergist close to your school.
3.Request a copy of your most recent visits, including lab results and allergy test results. Have your medical records sent to your new allergist.
4.Compile a list of current medications.
5.Identify a new pharmacy and have new prescriptions sent there.
6.Confirm your vaccines are up-to-date, as well as appropriate for your new environment, including meningitis, HPV, etc.
7.Ask for help to identify hospitals and emergency facilities near your new location that accept your insurance.

More tips from Dr. Stukus:



Source: Eurekalert

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