Dr. Garen Wolff |Wolff Allergy and Asthma in Detroit

Do You Have Dust Mites?

Dust mites are small, pests like insects that live in humid environments, like mattress, carpets and furniture. Dr. Garen Wolff, chief physician of Wolff Allergy and Asthma in Detroit, discusses dust mites and ways to reduce them in your home. 

Are Fruit & Vegetables Making Your Mouth Itchy?

Are vegetables or fruit making your mouth itchy? You may have oral allergy syndrome.  The allergic reactions — which are usually mild — can come on suddenly. And people can react to foods they had been eating with no problem for most of their lives. In this episodes, Dr. Garen Wolff of, Wolff Allergy and Asthma in Detroit, discusses Oral Allergy Syndrome.

What IS an Allergy?

What does it mean when you have allergies? The term 'allergy' is used frequently, but many people don't know what the word means. Dr. Wolff breaks down different forms of allergies and their affects. If you need help managing allergy symptoms, book an appointment with Wolff Allergy and Asthma in Detroit. 

Act Fast, Use the Epinephrine Pen!

What's an epinephrine pen? It's a life-saving medication for anaphylaxis. In this episode, Dr. Wolff talks about the reasons for an epinephrine pen and how it should be used. 

Do You Choke on Food?

Does food ever get stuck in your throat? Not just one time, but almost every time you eat? Do you have to cut food into small pieces to digest it? You or a family member might have Eosinophilic esophagitis or EoE for short. People with EoE have a large number of white blood cells called eosinophils in the esophagus. In this video, Dr. Wolff discusses how EoE is diagnosed and treated.

Are Breathing Troubles Stopping Exercise?

Do you like to exercise? But chest tightness, coughing or wheezing get in the way? You may have Exercise-Induced asthma or Exercise Induced Bronchoconstriction (EIB). Dr. Wolff, a Detroit Allergist-Immunologist, explains the difference between the two and treatment strategies. 

Crisco Vegetable Shortening and Eczema?

Did you know that Crisco Vegetable shortening can be used for Atopic Dermatitis (also known as Eczema)? People with eczema have a damaged skin barrier. Dr. Garen Wolff explains the importance of keeping eczema skin moisturized and hydrated.

Stomach Cramps with Dairy?

Stomach cramps, diarrhea or bloating with dairy (like ice cream, cheese, milk) might be a sign of lactose intolerance. Dr. Garen Wolff, Chief Allergy/Immunology physician of Wolff Allergy & Asthma explains lactose intolerance.