The Allergy & Asthma Clinic in San Mateo offers cluster immunotherapy as an advanced treatment option that helps patients build tolerance to allergens more efficiently. Our approach significantly reduces the time needed to reach a maintenance dose, offering a faster solution for people with severe allergies. Through a series of injections in a single session, individuals experience quicker desensitization to allergens, allowing them to manage symptoms better. Our board-certified professionals are always here to help with the latest techniques and excellent care!
Cluster Immunotherapy | Medications | Nasal Sprays | |
|---|---|---|---|
Treatment Duration | Faster, with multiple injections in one session, typically lasting 2 hours | Ongoing; requires daily or regular use | Ongoing; typically requires daily use |
Maintenance Phase | Accelerated; quicker transition to maintenance phase | No maintenance phase; continuous symptom management | No maintenance phase; continuous symptom management |
Session Frequency | Fewer visits, as multiple injections are given in one session | Daily or as prescribed; requires frequent use | Daily or as prescribed; requires frequent use |
Tolerance Building | Builds tolerance to allergens quickly | Does not build tolerance; merely manages symptoms | Does not build tolerance; merely manages symptoms |
Convenience | More convenient with fewer visits needed | May require daily adherence and refills | Requires regular use, which may be inconvenient |
Effectiveness for Severe Allergies | More effective for individuals with severe allergies | May not provide sufficient relief for severe allergies | Often not enough for severe allergies; works best for mild cases |
Side Effects | Close monitoring during the session for immediate reactions. No long-term side effects | Side effects may include drowsiness, dry mouth, or dizziness; may require periodic adjustment | Side effects include irritation or dryness in the nasal passages |
Our advanced clinic, managed by Dr. Andrew C. Engler, stands out for its personalized and expert-driven approach to allergy treatment. With a history spanning over 30 years, we offer innovative solutions like cluster immunotherapy, helping patients achieve faster relief from bothersome symptoms. Our board-certified doctors and highly trained staff ensure that each individual receives care tailored to their needs. We use cutting-edge techniques and technologies, making the Allergy & Asthma Clinic a trusted provider for individuals seeking comprehensive treatment.
San Mateo Office
Daly City Office
Food Allergies
Insect Allergies
Environmental Allergies
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Other CommonAllergies
Nose & Sinus Allergies
Lifestyle Changes
First and foremost let me start by saying that these people did one hell of a job figuring out my sinus problems. When I first arrived there, I explained what was going on with me having excessive inflammation in the sinus…after they tested me, I found out that I was being exposed to dust mites which gave me a strong reaction. I followed the doctors guides lines in terms of cleaning my room and ever since, my sinus inflammation went away for good and now I have a healthy sinus. Thank you for everything.
My 10 year old son also has allergies and asthma and the staff makes sure that he feels well taken care of and comfortable, despite his having Autism and ADHD. He actually looks forward to going there with me, whether it be for my allergy shots or even when he needed allergy skin testing. When you’re a patient at the Allergy and Asthma clinic, you are treated as if you are the only patient they have, even when the waiting room is full. Dr. Engler has hired truly excellent staff, from the front desk people to the nurses and medical assistants. If you have allergies and/or asthma and you live on the Peninsula or even in the city, I highly recommend that you visit the Allergy and Asthma Clinic. They are truly amazing and will make you feel so much better.
