Allergy Testing and Treatment

No, it’s not just you. Climate change is both lengthening and intensifying the seasons for pollen and other allergens, and a third of British Columbians suffer from environmental allergies. This can not only reduce their productivity at work, but also affect their sleep, limit their enjoyment of leisure time, and even undermine their overall health.

At Tonume Integrated Health, we can help. We now offer skin scratch allergy testing, the gold standard for determining which environmental allergens are responsible for your symptoms. Once these triggers have been identified, we can then design a treatment plan tailored precisely to your particular sensitivities.

For many patients, the most effective option is Sublingual Immunotherapy, or SLIT, which consists of placing a small dose of an allergen under your tongue every day. Over time, this allows your immune system to become more accustomed to the allergen, and therefore to react less to it.

Clinical studies show that SLIT can significantly reduce the severity of allergic reactions and improve your quality of life. Unlike allergy shots, SLIT involves no needles and is easy to administer at home. It is also well-tolerated by most people, has a low risk of side-effects, and is safe and effective for both adults and children.

Don’t wait. Whether you’re looking for accurate assessment of your allergens or long-term relief with SLIT treatments, Tonume is here to help.