Latest Articles by James Thompson, M.D.

Managing Skin Allergies
Nickel, latex, household chemicals and more can cause skin irritation. Here’s how to prevent an allergic reaction to common irritants.

Even Your Doctor Might Not Understand Chronic Hives
Despite comprehensive testing, doctors are unable to determine the cause of chronic hives 80 to 90 percent of the time. The good news is chronic hives is less difficult to manage now compared to 20 years ago. The key is knowing your trigger points.

Diagnosing and Treating Chronic Hives
一些慢性荨麻疹患者经过多年的何鸿燊pping from one doctor to another, searching for the cause of their recurring welts, itching, and/or swelling.

Yes, You Can Exercise With Asthma
Use these tips for getting better exercise while managing asthma to help you to stay healthy and keep moving.

Want a Better Relationship With Your Child's Asthma Doctor? Just Ask
Communication is the key to a good relationship with your child’s doctor. Even more importantly, it may also play a role in better outcomes for your child.

8 Tips to Prevent Severe Anaphylaxis
Start with a comprehensive evaluation with your doctor to confirm what your allergy triggers are and how to avoid them.

Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria: When Medications Aren't Enough
Take this test to see if your chronic hives are under control. If not, you may need to look beyond medication.

Why Hives and Swelling Go Hand in Hand
Here’s the science behind why that happens.