While the gas, bloating, rashes and other reactions caused by food intolerances cause discomfort, identifying the culprits can pose the real challenge. The mystery can be compounded because in some cases, symptoms don’t appear for up to 48 hours, and…
Itchy eyes, sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion are all hallmarks of spring allergy symptoms. If it seems like allergy symptoms are getting worse each spring, you aren’t imagining it because approximately one in five people suffer from seasonal allergies,…
As people look forward to gathering safely for holiday celebrations this season, it’s the perfect time to consider an additional precaution—protecting those with severe food allergies. Pecan pie, sweet potatoes, green bean casserole and, of course, plenty of stuffing top…
Kids are eager to hit the streets this Halloween after pandemic lockdowns, but with at least 1 in every 13 kids now suffering from food allergies—and more than half of the top treats containing food allergens—Halloween can be pretty scary…
By Dr. Manav Segal, board-certified allergist and immunologist, Chestnut Hill Allergy & Asthma Associates While COVID shutdowns have many people yearning for warm weather and outdoor activities, allergy sufferers know that spring means one thing . . . allergy season…
We are excited to announce that Dr. Manav Segal, MD has again been named a Top Doctor for 2021 in Philadelphia Magazine's Be Well Philly. The doctors on this list have been nominated by their peers as the very best…
By Dr. Manav Segal, board-certified allergist and immunologist, Chestnut Hill Allergy & Asthma Associates Halloween will certainly be different during COVID-19, but one thing that hasn’t changed is the anticipation of treats. Did you know that more than half of…
By Dr. Manav Segal, Board Certified Allergist and Immunologist For many allergy sufferers, summer fun is over because ragweed season arrived in mid-August and it’s going to be more challenging and longer due to a warm winter and hot summer…
Allergies to the Sun and Sunscreen Can Put a Damper on Summer Activities By Dr. Manav Segal, Board Certified Allergist and Immunologist Summer is around the corner, temps are rising, days are longer, and getting out to enjoy sunshine and…
We are excited to announce that Dr. Manav Segal, MD has again been named a Top Doctor for 2020 in Philadelphia Magazine. The doctors on this list have been nominated by their peers as the very best in their fields…