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A Look at the Industry’s Latest Medical Technologies
There is concern that Asthmatics may have worse outcomes due to Covid-19
There is also concern that the use of corticosteroids may cause more severe symptoms due to Covid-19
At this time we recommend that asthmatics continue on current medications and dose.
Oral or injected corticosteroids such as prednisone/prednisolone should be held for significant exacerbations if possible.
Biologics such as Xolair, Fasenra, Nucala and Dupixent should be continued.
Intranasal corticosteroids such as Flucticasone (Flonase) Mometasone (Nasonex) etc. can be discontinued and substituted with other medication.

Appointments
We are accepting in person appointments for Severe Asthma, Urticaria/Angioedema, Anaphylaxis, Food Allergy, Immune Deficiency and Severe Rashes. As well as other severe, emergent needs.
Virtual Tele-visits on your smartphone are available for less severe symptoms such as Allergic Rhinitis, Eczema, Milder Asthma, Contact Allergy, etc.
Follow up visits will be either in person or a Tele-visit.

Allergy or Covid-19
Is It Coronavirus or Allergies?
The main warning signs of COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus, are
Sometimes, it also causes cold-like symptoms like a runny nose or a sore throat.
During allergy season, it may be hard to tell the difference between COVID-19 and allergies.
Common signs of allergies include:
Runny nose
Dry, tickly cough
Itchy or watery eyes
Signs of COVID-19 include:
Fever
Dry cough
Body aches
Very sore throat
Fatigue that comes on quickly
Rashes like hives or unusual spots between your toes.
If you have any of these, especially a fever, call the COVID hotline at 1 (866) 779-6121
If you get allergies every year, watch for symptoms that are different from what you’ve had before.
Severe allergies can make you can feel tightness in your chest and shortness of breath, especially if you have asthma, too. But these can also be serious symptoms of COVID-19. If you aren’t sure or if you haven’t been diagnosed with asthma, call your doctor or 911 right away.
The new coronavirus doesn’t cause sneezing. But if you do sneeze, it’s important to cover your nose and mouth with a tissue to keep the virus from spreading. Wash your hands right away.
Red eyes:
Only about 1% to 3% of people with COVID-19 will have pinkeye. Call your doctor if you have red eyes with other COVID-19 symptoms.
When social distancing or stay-at-home rules are in effect, always follow the COVID-19 safety steps recommended by public health officials:
Wash your hands often.
Visit public places like stores only when you have to, especially if you’re in an area with lots of cases.

Pollen Season is in Full Bloom
Services
Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever)
Asthma
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema
Contact Dermatitis
Anaphylaxis
Food allergy
Drug Allergy
Urticaria (Hives)
Angioedema
Immune deficiency
Eosinophilic disorders
Insect allergy
Skin allergy
Mast Cell Disorders
and more
Appointments
We are accepting in person appointments for Severe Asthma, Urticaria/Angioedema, Anaphylaxis, Food Allergy, Immune Deficiency and Severe Rashes. As well as other severe, emergent needs.
Virtual Tele-visits on your smartphone are available for less severe symptoms such as Allergic Rhinitis, Eczema, Milder Asthma, Contact Allergy, etc.
Follow up visits will be either in person or a Tele-visit.
Allergy Shots
Please call ahead for your allergy shots, wait in your car or cart and we will be out to get you. Some shot schedules will be adjusted to allow for more efficient social distancing. You will need to wait in your vehicle for the 25min post shot period.
Biologics
For Biologics such as Xolair, Fasenra, Nucala and Dupixent, please call ahead to schedule and Call upon arrival. Wait in your car and we will come and get you.
You can wait in your vehicle for the 25 minute waiting period.
Hours
Temporarily our Leesburg office will be closed Wednesday Afernoon
Our Villages office will be closed Thursday afternoon
Thank you for your patience.
Leesburg
Monday 9-11:30, 1-4:30
Tuesday 11-1, 2-6:30
Wednesday 9-11:30, 1-4:30
Thursday 9-11:30, 1-4:30
Friday 9-11:30
The Villages
Monday 9-11:30, 1-4:30
Tuesday 9-11:30
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 9-11:30, 1-4:30
Friday 9-11:30, 1-3:00
Contact Us
8245 County Road 44, Leg-A, Suite-1, Leesburg, FL 34788
910 Old Camp Road
Suite-152
The Villages, FL 32162
352-314-2929 Leesburg 352-391-1437 The Villages
352-314-9747