We at Allergy & Asthma Center of Lake Norman offer the following services as they relate to the treatment of asthma, allergy, and related illnesses. We follow the guidelines set forth by the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, and the American Thoracic Society:
Hives, Rashes, Itching and Contact Dermatitis
Itching is defined as the sensation that causes the desire to scratch and produces moderate to severe discomfort. Itching is …
Allergy Skin Testing
At the Allergy & Asthma Center of Lake Norman, we perform allergy skin testing for allergies to dust mites, cats, …
Immunotherapy (Allergy Shots)
Immunotherapy is indicated for people who are extremely allergic or who cannot avoid specific allergens, and involves a series of …
Pulmonary (Lung) Function Testing
Pulmonary function testing is an important tool used at the Allergy & Asthma Center of Lake Norman. The primary purpose …
Methacholine Challenge
Methacholine Challenge is a bronchial medical test used to assist in the diagnosis of asthma. The technician performing your exam will …
Exercise Challenge (to evaluate for Exercise Induced Asthma)
The Allergy & Asthma Center of Lake Norman’s Exercise Challenge is used to evaluate for exercised induced asthma. The test …
Vocal Cord Dysfunction Evaluation Using Fiberoptic Nasolaryngoscopy
Vocal Cord Dysfunction (VCD) is a syndrome that causes asthma-like symptoms as a result of abnormal closure of the vocal …
Venom Testing
Venom testing at the Allergy & Asthma Center of Lake Norman checks for allergy to stinging insects such as honey …
Testing for Food Allergies (Food Challenge)
When the doctor needs to confirm or eliminate specific food allergens, skin testing is generally used to help identify an allergy …
Aspirin Testing and Desensitization
Approximately 10% of all people with asthma are allergic to aspirin and other NSAIDs. If these medications are taken, asthma …
Local Anesthetic Allergy Testing
The Allergy & Asthma Center of Lake Norman also performs local anesthetic testing. Examples of local anesthetics include novocaine, lidocaine …
Antibiotic Testing and Desensitization
The Allergy & Asthma Center of Lake Norman performs antibiotic testing and desensitization for drug allergies. Commonly tested antibiotics are …
