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You should refrain from taking antihistamines for one
week prior to your initial visit, since they interfere with skin testing.
Asthma medications, such as inhaled or oral corticosteroids, leukotriene
antagonists, cromolyn, and inhaled or oral bronchodilators (beta agonists
or theophylline compounds) should not be stopped. If you have any
questions about withholding medications, please contact
one of our offices.
Please read and complete any forms that have been sent and be sure
to bring any pertinent medical records and x-rays to your first appointment.
You should also bring a list of medications you are taking or the medications themselves, including
over-the-counter medications.
Initial Evaluations
Your initial evaluation will last one to three hours, depending on
the amount of testing needed. You will be seen by one of our physicians,
who will take a detailed medical history and perform a physical examination.
The physician will conduct or schedule specific diagnostic tests.
These might include skin testing, spirometry, blood tests, or x-rays.
The physician also will review the results of these tests with you
and propose a specific treatment plan. After your visit, our findings
and recommendations will be sent to your referring physician.
Spirometry
Spirometry is an easily performed test that measures the amount
of air the lungs can hold and the rate at which air can be exhaled.
It is used to diagnose conditions such as asthma and to assess
response to therapy. |
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Skin Testing
Intradermal skin testing is done to determine sensitivity to
a variety of substances. This may be done at your initial visit
or scheduled for a subsequent visit. We would suggest allowing
one to three hours for this visit, as time is required after
the application of the skin tests for results to appear. |
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