Allergy & Asthma Physicians

950 West Avon Road
Rochester Hills, MI 48307

Office Hours:
Mon Tues Thurs Sat	9:00AM - 12:00PM 9:00AM - 5:30PM 1:00PM - 6:30PM 9:00AM - 12:00PM

X

Your Email

PriceDoc PasswordForgot Password

Email

Patient Name

Procedure Offered

Allergy Shots Allergy Testing Office Visit - Medical

About Us

Welcome to the Allergy & Asthma Physicians of Rochester Hills!

Allergy & Asthma Physicians of Rochester Hills is staffed by an experienced multidisciplinary team. Board certified Dr. Bhavin Patel specializes in pediatric and adult allergy, asthma and immunology. Allergy & Asthma Physicians is dedicated to providing you with expert and friendly care to relieve your allergic and asthmatic symptoms.

We are specialists in the diagnosis and treatment of hay fever, sinus problems, wheezing, coughing, eczema, hives, food allergies, drug allergies, insect allergies, recurrent infections, asthma, allergic rhinitis, urticaria, dermatitis, angiodema, and immune deficiency.

Call today and make your appointment!

Services Offered

What should I expect when I see an allergist?

Your first visit to the allergist will take approximately two to three hours. You may be asked to stop taking antihistamines or other decongestant drugs prior to your visit. Some drugs may interfere with the results of your tests, and getting the most accurate results from your initial assessment is very important. If you have any questions regarding medication you may be taking, please contact one of our nurses.

The allergist will conduct a patient history including an analysis of your symptoms, a relevant physical exam and a thorough environmental evaluation. The allergist will also conduct a skin test / allergy test to determine your specific allergens. (Common allergens include dust mites, pollens, mold and pet dander.) This skin test is effective to evaluate both inhalant allergens and food allergens.

A skin test is a simple procedure that is best described as tiny scratches made on the surface of the skin on your back. The scratches are conducted with a small instrument similar to a plastic toothpick, which contains trace amounts of a single allergen. If you are allergic to a substance, a small mosquito bite-like bump will appear. For those patients who do not react to this type of skin test, an intradermal process may be performed. The allergist can determine your unique allergy profile and the severity of your allergies based on the results of the skin test. Because everyone has specific allergic triggers, knowing what you are allergic to is important for effective treatment.

Once the allergist identifies the allergens that are causing your symptoms, a treatment plan can be recommended. These treatment plans include avoidance of allergens, medications, and/or allergy shots (immunotherapy).

What types of medications are available?

There are wide ranges of medications on the market including antihistamines, decongestants, steroid nasal sprays, etc. Depending on your allergens and the degree to which you suffer, a specialized treatment plan will be recommended.

Is there a cure for allergies?
Allergy injections, also referred to as immunotherapy, are in essence a vaccination. As you are exposed to small, injected amounts of a particular allergen, you gradually decrease your sensitivity and build up your immunity to the specific substances to which you are allergic. Immunotherapy offers allergy sufferers an alternative to a life of allergy medications.

Specialists & Staff

Bhavin Patel, MD
Board Certified in Pediatric and Adult Allergy, Asthma and Immunology.

Additional Notes

What is asthma?

There are an estimated 17 million people living in the United States with self-reported asthma. Asthma is a chronic disease marked by wheezing, chest tightness and/or shortness of breath.

If you or someone you know:

• Coughs a lot while exercising or following exercise;
• Has shortness of breath;
• Wheezes while breathing;
• Has a tight feeling in the chest

then consult a physician because any one of these symptoms can be a sign of asthma.

Asthma symptoms are caused by the constriction (tightening of the muscles) and the inflammation (swelling and irritation) of the airways. Constriction and inflammation of the airways and increased mucosa make it difficult and sometimes impossible to breathe.

What are some symptoms of allergies?

There are some symptoms that are commonly associated with allergies such as:

• Runny nose
• Post nasal drip
• Sneezing
• Congestion
• Coughing
• Watery, red, itchy, swollen eyes
• Headaches
• Ear congestion or frequent ear infections
• Frequent sinus infections

Less common allergy symptoms include:
• Loss of taste and smell
• Low productivity/Poor concentration
• Fatigue
• Sleep disturbances
• Snoring

Allergy symptoms can be more than bothersome or irritating. They can interfere with your day-to-day activities and sleep. Allergies can result in loss of productivity, missed work or school and an overall poor quality of life.

Seeking the help of an allergist is the key to treating your allergies.

Payment Options

We accept cash, check, and most major credit cards.