The Watergate and McLean Allergy and Asthma Centers
Servicing your Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology needs in the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area and Northern Virginia
​Washington DC Office: 202-342-1984 McLean Office: 703-425-8616
Allergic Conditions
At the Watergate and McLean Allergy and Asthma Centers, we strive to provide our patients with the best treatment and relief of their symptoms.
We provide comprehensive treatment for a wide variety of allergic symptoms and conditions. Check out the list below for the conditions we most commonly treat.
Environmental Allergies
Allergies to Trees, Grasses, Weeds, Dust mite, Molds and Pets
Asthma
Includes symptoms of shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing. Asthma can have allergic and non-allergic causes.
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Dry, red, irritated and flaky skin can be caused by allergens in the environment or the condition may run in your family.
Food Allergy
Symptoms of food reactions and anaphylaxis can occur in both children and adults. The most common food allergens are milk, egg, peanut, tree nuts, soy, wheat, shellfish, and fish.
Anaphylaxis
Severe allergic reactions requiring epinephrine can be triggered by different allergens including foods, insects, or medications.
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
A major cause of difficulty with swallowing that is related to allergic causes. Symptoms include dysphagia, heartburn, stomach pains, vomiting, and regurgitation.
Eye Allergies
Includes symptoms of eye itching, burning, redness and discharge
Hives (Urticaria)
Red bumps or welts can be caused by a broad range of allergens.
Contact Dermatitis
Rashes, blisters, or itching can be caused by contact with an allergen such as metals or chemicals in the products you use everyday.
Sinus Infection
Symptoms may appear like a bad cold with headache, facial pain, runny nose and congestion.
Drug Allergy
Reactions can be caused by any medication, most commonly to penicillin, sulfa and NSAIDs.
Nasal Polyps
Growths in the sinuses can cause frustrating symptoms of congestion, postnasal drip, decreased sense of smell, headache, and sinuses.
Immune Disorders and Recurrent Infections
Recurrent infections could mean there is a problem with how your immune system is working. Further evaluation is important to keep you healthy and free from infections.
