Atlanta Physician Group
South Atlanta Allergy
Main Office
800 Virginia Ave, Suite 200
Hapeville, Georgia 30354
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Phone: (770) 938-2625
Fax: (404) 549-3393
Satellite- Atlanta Physicians Group
2800 Springfield Rd, SW
College Park, Georgia 30315
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Atlanta Physicians Group's South Atlanta Allergy in Hapeville and College Park, Georgia provides airborne allergy testing and immunotherapy, as well as food allergy testing.
We test adults and children over the age of 2 years for the top 50 airborne allergies and molds specific to the Georgia area. Once we identify what you are allergic to, we provide customized immunotherapy to help you increase your resistance and decrease your symptoms.
We also conduct food sensitivity tests for 320 various foods, along with an explanation of the results, a nutritional plan and guidance. Symptoms of food allergies may include headaches, weight gain and gastrointestinal issues. Request an appointment online or call (770) 938-2625 to schedule your preferred appointment for allergy testing at Atlanta Physicians Group.
About Allergies
Allergic reactions occur when the immune system overreacts to a normally non-threatening substance called allergens, such as dust, grass, cat or dog dander or pollen. There are many allergens and types of allergic reactions. Getting tested to find out what you are allergic to is the first step in an allergy prevention plan.
Allergy Symptoms
- Runny nose
- Clogged nose
- Sneezing
- Watery eyes
- Coughing
- Itchy eyes, nose, throat, or skin
- Dark circles under the eyes (caused by increase blood flow to the sinuses)
Allergy Testing
Allergy testing for airborne allergies involves receiving several small scratches on the skin with small samples of possible allergens. If you are allergic to an allergen, your skin will react with a small bump. Blood may be tested for anti-bodies.
For food allergy testing, a single venipuncture (blood draw) is taken and sent to our affiliated lab to be analyzed. The lab will analyze tolerance levels for 320 different foods. Once the results are in, you will come in for a follow up visit to consult with the physician. A complete analysis, including nutrition, dietary plans and guides will be presented during follow up visit.
Please note that you can have food and airborne testing performed on the same day. All insurances are verified prior to scheduling an appointment.
Immunotherapy
You can avoid allergic reactions by avoiding the allergens that trigger your allergy attacks; however, you may not be able to avoid everything. Immunotherapy can help make your system less sensitive to allergens, which can help reduce symptoms. With immunotherapy, you will receive a soft immunization of a customized solution containing a small amount of the substances that you are allergic to. Overtime, immunotherapy can help build up your immune system to greatly decrease or even eliminate a noticeable reduction in allergy symptoms.
Immunotherapy requires a commitment to weekly soft immunizations over the period of many months or years. Most insurance plans cover allergy testing and immunotherapy, including Medicare and Medicaid. We will verify your insurance benefits prior to testing.
Download our Allergy Brochure.
Learn more about allergies in our Patient Education Library.