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Dr. Schweta Arakali
Allergist and Immunologist
Dr. Schweta Arakali practices Allergy and Immunology care in ALLENTOWN, PA. Dr. Arakali specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of asthma and other allergic diseases. Allergist-Immunologists are trained and certified to treat each patients sensitivity and response to allergens of varying severity. Dr. Arakali provides several means of testing and treatment to increase immunity to potentially harmful substances.
12 years
Experience
Dr. Schweta Arakali
- ALLENTOWN, PA
- Jefferson Medical College
- Accepting new patients
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Allergy
I'm sorry you are going through this! You definitely should be evaluated by an allergist for your symptoms. If you have been eating dairy regularly prior to this reaction, it certainly READ MORE
I'm sorry you are going through this! You definitely should be evaluated by an allergist for your symptoms. If you have been eating dairy regularly prior to this reaction, it certainly would be unusual to "re-develop" a dairy allergy. There are other conditions that can cause 'random' hives or allergic reactions---and these conditions can be further evaluated by a board-certified allergist. If you are actively experiencing difficulty breathing or lightheadedness, then I recommend going to the ER.
Can acupuncture help food allergies?
There is no evidence that acupuncture can help a patient become tolerant or desensitized to an IgE-mediated food allergy!
Hives & itchiness following a Moderna booster shot?
Vaccinations can occasionally cause "large localized reactions" with redness and itching. A long acting antihistamine can help relieve these temporary symptoms. If he develops READ MORE
Vaccinations can occasionally cause "large localized reactions" with redness and itching. A long acting antihistamine can help relieve these temporary symptoms. If he develops worsening swelling and/or fever, he should be seen by his primary doctor.
