(GRAND RAPIDS, MICH., July 15, 2008) – Ragweed season unofficially begins on August 15th, which is around when the pollen from ragweed plants begins to release. Ragweed is the main source of autumn seasonal allergens because it grows easily in city areas and can generate up to 1 million grains of pollen per day. The SLIT procedure is a needle-less solution to these seasonal allergies.
mmpc’s ENT physicians in Holland, Richard Strabbing, DO, and Tracy Orton, DO, are now offering a non-invasive approach to the treatment of allergies. The treatment is known as “Sublingual Immunotherapy,” or SLIT. SLIT utilizes an allergen solution in droplet form, and the drops are placed under the tongue on a daily basis. With SLIT treatment, the physicians do not use shots or needles. Over the course of treatment, this therapy reduces sensitivity to allergens. Sublingual immunotherapy has a very good safety profile, and is well-tolerated by both adults and children.
Sublingual is the medical term for "under the tongue." Some patients who need allergy treatment, but have decided against allergy shots, may find the drops more suitable for their needs.
If you are interesting in learning about this therapy or are interested in any of the other allergy treatments mmpc has available, please call the Holland ENT office of Dr. Orton and Strabbing located at:
mmpc Holland ENT
3232 North Wellness Drive
Holland, MI 49424
P: (616) 786-4008
F: (616) 786-4303
