Allergy Testing

If you are dealing with persistent congestion, sneezing, sinus pressure, itchy or watery eyes, coughing, headaches, or fatigue, environmental allergies may be contributing to how you feel. Allergy testing can help identify potential triggers and provide useful information to guide your care.

Environmental allergies occur when your immune system reacts to substances in your surroundings that are typically harmless. Common triggers include pollen, dust mites, pet dander, mold, and other environmental allergens.

Symptoms may be seasonal, occur throughout the year, or worsen in certain environments. In addition to congestion and sneezing, allergies may cause a runny nose, itchy nose or throat, watery eyes, coughing, headaches, and fatigue.

Allergy testing can help identify specific environmental allergens that may be contributing to your symptoms. Your provider considers your results along with your medical history and possible exposures to better understand your individual allergy triggers.

Your provider will review your symptoms, medical history, and possible environmental exposures to determine whether allergy testing is appropriate for you. Our team will explain the testing process and answer any questions before testing begins.

Once your results are available, your provider will review them with you and explain which allergens may be contributing to your symptoms.

Identifying your allergy triggers can help you make informed decisions about your environment and your care. Based on your results, your provider may recommend ways to reduce exposure to specific allergens, medications when appropriate, and other strategies to help manage your symptoms.

Your treatment plan is personalized based on your individual triggers, symptoms, medical history, and health needs.

Recurring allergy symptoms can interfere with sleep, concentration, work, exercise, and everyday activities. Identifying possible triggers allows you and your provider to take a more targeted approach to managing your allergies rather than simply addressing symptoms as they occur.

Keith Family Medicine offers allergy testing as part of our comprehensive primary care services. Our providers evaluate your allergy symptoms in the context of your overall health and provide ongoing care based on your individual needs.

With locations in Dawsonville, Conyers, and Decatur, our team makes it convenient to receive personalized care close to home.