In this weekly blog, let’s talk about allergies, a condition that affects millions of people in various ways. Allergies occur when the immune system reacts to a foreign substance entering the body, and they can present a wide range of symptoms. For instance, allergic reactions such as a stuffy nose, watery eyes, itchy skin, fatigue, and sneezing are often classified as hay fever, while food allergies may cause stomach cramps, swelling of the face, tongue, or throat, and hives. In severe cases, symptoms can escalate to vomiting, diarrhea, anaphylaxis, shortness of breath, or flaky skin. Acupuncture offers a natural and effective way to alleviate these symptoms, and today, we’ll explore one of our success stories about a determined high school honor roll student—let’s call him John.
Does Acupuncture Really Help with Allergies? This is a common question we hear from patients, and the answer is a yes! Take John, for example. John’s father, a former patient of ours, brought him in after other treatments failed to provide relief. John had been struggling with worsening allergy symptoms for two years, and his family turned to us as their last hope. During his consultation, John shared the daily challenges he faced, including persistent nasal congestion, frequent nasal inflammation without signs of infection, worsening symptoms after swimming, frontal headaches, food allergies to gluten and soy, painful joints, welts, and hives, along with clear mucus and phlegm.
John’s allergies were constantly interrupting his life, forcing him to miss school for days at a time due to the severity of his symptoms. He explained, “The medication only works for a couple of hours, and the constant sneezing, headache, running nose, and inflammation would return again.” After Dr. Ortega carefully examined his concerns and pain, John received a clear diagnosis and began his personalized treatment plan the same day as his consultation.
Using a combination of acupuncture and ATP Resonance Biotherapy®, we worked to unclog his nose and reduce the inflammation in his face. When John first started treatment, his frustration and pain were at a level 5, but after his second session, he reported his pain had gone straight to a 0 and that he was able to return to school without experiencing any symptoms. “It was literally like sniffing brand new air. My headaches disappeared. Doctor, you’re like some wizard,” he said with a laugh and a smile across his face. We are continuing to monitor his progress, but John’s story is a testament to how acupuncture can provide real relief for those suffering from allergies.
If your allergies feel like a car alarm that won’t stop, blaring at the smallest disturbance and disrupting everything around you, we’re here to help. At Horizon Integrative Medicine, located in Orlando, Florida, we specialize in addressing the root cause of your allergies to quiet that relentless "alarm" and provide you with lasting relief. Let’s work together to bring you back to a life free from disturbances, so you can breathe easy and enjoy every moment without the burden of allergy symptoms. With our personalized care and integrative approach, freedom from allergies is within reach.
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