Your immune system defends your body from diseases.

But sometimes a substance that shouldn’t harm you triggers your immune response – leading to rashes, sneezing, itching, swelling or other allergy symptoms.

A specially trained allergist at Tidelands Health can help you ease symptoms of allergies – which often are caused by pet dander, pollen, insect stings and certain foods and medications.

James Turek, MD, is here to discuss your options if you struggle with allergies.