Targeted Allergy Treatment in Birmingham, AL
If allergy season feels like it never really ends—and over-the-counter meds just aren’t cutting it—it’s time to take a different approach. At ExcelENT of Alabama, we do more than just identify allergy symptoms; we help you understand the why behind them and provide personalized, long-term relief that fits your lifestyle.
Our experienced ENT providers combine advanced diagnostics with a customized allergy program tailored to your needs. From thorough evaluations to targeted immunotherapy, every step of your care is guided by medical expertise, consistent follow-up, and a commitment to real, lasting results.
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What Are Allergies?
Allergies are your body’s way of overreacting to everyday substances in your environment, such as pollen, mold, and dust. When your immune system identifies these particles as threats, it triggers an inflammatory response that can lead to sneezing, sinus pressure, congestion, and more.
Because allergic reactions often look similar to sinus infections or other ENT issues, our team starts with a thorough nasal exam using specialized scopes and imaging. That means your treatment is never one-size-fits-all—it’s tailored to your anatomy, symptoms, and needs.
Common Allergy Symptoms
Whether your allergies are seasonal or year-round, the symptoms can affect your energy, focus, and quality of life. At ExcelENT, we help patients manage a wide range of allergy-related concerns, including:
Allergy Testing at ExcelENT
Our allergy testing focuses on airborne allergens, the things you breathe in every day that can silently trigger inflammation. Using a quick, non-invasive scratch test, our clinical lab specialist (CLS) will check your body’s response to 58 common triggers, including:
Before testing, you’ll meet with our ENT team for a full evaluation. We’ll review your history, examine your nasal and sinus anatomy, and determine whether allergy testing is the right next step. Patients age six and older are eligible, and we make sure you’re off certain medications to ensure accurate results.
Allergy Treatment Options
If your results show allergies are part of the problem, we’ll recommend immunotherapy, a science-backed treatment that gradually builds your tolerance to allergens through small, targeted doses.
At ExcelENT, we offer two treatment paths:
In-Office Allergy Shots
Allergy injections are administered in a clinical setting with supervision and a short observation period to ensure safety. This approach suits patients who value in-person care and have the flexibility to visit regularly.
In-Office and At-Home Injections (Hybrid Model)
At-home injections offer a flexible and convenient option for patients, especially busy professionals and parents, who need allergy care to fit their schedules. After receiving their first injection in the office, patients are guided through a thorough, step-by-step training to ensure they feel confident and safe administering injections at home. They then return every two months for follow-up visits, during which they receive their next ramp-up dose and new vials.
Why Choose ExcelENT for Allergy Care?
Most allergy clinics focus on managing symptoms, but ExcelENT takes it further by uncovering and addressing the root cause. With a full ENT evaluation as the starting point, our team identifies not only what you’re allergic to but also how nasal structure or chronic inflammation may be contributing. From there, we create a personalized treatment plan based on your unique sensitivities, not a pre-set formula.
Our hybrid model—offering both in-office and at-home allergy shots—makes it easier to stay consistent with care, while regular two-month follow-ups and annual retesting ensure you’re always on the right path. This proactive, science-driven approach results in better outcomes, fewer setbacks, and a stronger connection between patient and provider.
Under the leadership of ENT specialist Dr. Christopher Davis, our allergy care is precise, proven, and built to evolve with your symptoms.
FAQs About Allergy Testing
Allergy doctors are trained to identify and manage sensitivities to environmental triggers like pollen, dust, or pet dander. However, they often focus solely on those sensitivities and may not examine the nose or sinuses for underlying structural problems.
ENT specialists, like those at ExcelENT, take a more comprehensive approach. We use tools like nasal endoscopy and CT to evaluate for polyps, inflammation, or anatomical issues that could be contributing to your symptoms—things that can easily go unnoticed in a traditional allergy clinic.
When you come to ExcelENT, you’re getting a complete picture of your health, not just a surface-level assessment.
You don’t need a referral to get started with allergy care at ExcelENT. However, every patient begins with a full ENT evaluation to determine whether allergy testing is appropriate. This exam helps us ensure that your symptoms are actually allergy-related and not caused by other conditions like sinus disease or nasal obstructions.
By starting with this step, we can create a more accurate diagnosis and avoid unnecessary testing or treatments.
Most insurance plans do cover allergy testing and immunotherapy, and our team will provide upfront cost transparency. Before any testing is done, we’ll verify your benefits and let you know what, if anything, you may be responsible for out-of-pocket. The entire year of therapy is billed up front, just like a surgical procedure, so there are no surprises down the road.
Immunotherapy is a long-term solution, not a quick fix, but the results are worth it. Most patients begin to notice improvements after four to six months, with continued progress over the first year.
Full treatment typically spans three to five years and is customized based on how your body responds. At ExcelENT, we monitor your progress every two months and retest annually to make sure your therapy remains targeted and effective.
ExcelENT does not offer food allergy testing. Our allergy program is focused specifically on airborne environmental allergens like pollen, mold, dust mites, and pet dander, triggers that affect the sinuses, nasal passages, and respiratory system.
If you’re dealing with symptoms related to food, we’re happy to refer you to a specialist who can help. But if you’re struggling with seasonal or year-round respiratory symptoms, you’re in the right place.
Find Real Relief with ENT-Led Allergy Care in Birmingham
Don’t let chronic congestion, sneezing fits, or sinus pressure keep slowing you down. At ExcelENT of Alabama, we offer more than a temporary fix; we deliver expert-led allergy care that helps you breathe easier, sleep better, and get back to living fully.
Allergy testing and treatment are available at ExcelENT, where our team provides expert care from your initial evaluation through customized immunotherapy. Request an appointment today and find out what’s really behind your symptoms.