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From Seasonal Sneezing to Year-Round Relief

At Texas ENT Specialists, we understand how allergies can disrupt your daily life—from seasonal discomfort to persistent symptoms that affect your sleep, work, and well-being. That’s why we offer scientifically backed, individualized allergy treatment options designed to do more than mask symptoms; we help you achieve lasting relief.

Allergy treatment is designed to reduce or eliminate allergic reactions by modifying your body’s response to allergens.

Selecting the Right Allergy Solution for You

Not all allergy treatments are created equal. For example, allergy medication:

Provides only temporary symptom relief
Acts as a short-term band-aid
Does not treat the root cause of your allergies

And while avoiding allergens is an excellent solution in theory, it’s not always practical or even possible.

Alternatively, allergy treatments are recognized as the best defense against allergens. Whether drops or shots, allergy immunotherapy:

Trains your immune system to become less sensitive to allergens
Aims for long-term tolerance or even immunity
Considered a natural, lasting, and personalized approach to allergy care

Allergy Drops vs. Allergy Shots: What’s Right for You?

Texas ENT provides two trusted forms of immunotherapy to help patients manage chronic allergies: in-office allergy injections and convenient at-home allergy drops. Each option is designed to gradually train your immune system to tolerate specific allergens, reducing symptoms over time. These therapies offer a safe, long-term approach to finding lasting relief from allergy discomfort.

	Allergy Shots	Allergy Drops
Treatment Location	ENT clinic	Treatment administered at home
Allergy Administration	Administered in arm	Under patient’s tongue
Treatment Occurrence	Two phases of treatment: • Escalation - Weekly • Maintenance - Biweekly, then monthly	Daily drops under patient’s tongue
Allergy Relief Timeline	6–12 months	6–12 months
Risks & Side Effects	Mild and rare; itching and mild swelling at injection site	Mild and rare; mouth itching that typically resolves in 1 - 2 weeks

Benefits of Allergy Shots or Drops

Scientifically proven to provide long-term relief

Reduces or eliminates allergic reactions
Changes your body’s immune response to allergens
Lowers dependence on allergy medications
Prevents development of new allergies
Improves daily quality of life
Tailored to your unique allergen profile
May reduce long-term healthcare costs

Which Treatment Is Right for You?

Allergy Shots may be best if you:

Can commit to regular clinic visits
Prefer monitored, in-person treatment
Have insurance coverage
Have multiple allergies

Allergy Drops may be ideal if you:

Have a busy schedule or travel frequently
Prefer self-administered treatment at home
Experience needle anxiety
Want a more flexible option

Your Personalized Path to Allergy Relief Starts Here

Texas ENT Specialists provides the full spectrum of allergy testing, diagnosis, and treatment—all customized to your specific needs. Whether battling seasonal allergies or year-round symptoms, our compassionate providers will partner with you to find lasting solutions.

Ready to take the next step? Contact us to schedule your allergy consultation at one of our convenient locations in Greater Houston.