Diagnostic of Cockroaches Allergy
Treatment of Cockroaches Allergy
Identify and Avoid Triggers
To treat a cockroach allergy, the first step is to identify and avoid triggers. This includes keeping your home clean, reducing clutter, and sealing cracks to prevent cockroach infestations. Additionally, using baits and insecticides can help to minimize exposure.
Medication
Over-the-counter and prescription medications can help manage symptoms. These may include antihistamines, decongestants, and nasal corticosteroids to reduce inflammation and alleviate symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, and itchy eyes.
Allergy Immunotherapy
For long-term relief, allergy immunotherapy might be recommended. This treatment involves the regular administration of small but increasing doses of the specific allergen to help build up the immune system’s tolerance. Allergy immunotherapy can be administered through:
- Subcutaneous immunotherapy (SCIT) - commonly known as allergy shots, involves injecting the allergen into the skin.
- Sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) - involves placing a tablet containing the allergen under the tongue.
This process can take several months to years but can result in a significant reduction or even complete elimination of allergy symptoms.