Allergy & Immunology
Specialty Care for Immune System Disorders
More than 50 million Americans nationwide are affected by some kind of allergy, which is an overreaction of your body's natural defense system against infections.
In an allergic reaction, your immune system starts fighting things that are usually harmless, such as dust, pollen or animal dander.
Your body's overreaction can cause symptoms such as itchy eyes, an itchy or runny nose, difficulty breathing, skin rash or diarrhea. Allergic reactions can be mild and unpleasant or severe and in some cases, life-threatening.
Different kinds of things can cause allergic reactions. Common allergens are:
- food (nuts, gluten)
- insect bites or stings
- pollen, dust and pet dander
- medications
People can have allergies from birth or may develop allergies later in life.
Allergists and immunologists specialize in diagnosing and treating people with allergies and other immune system disorders.
This type of specialist can help identify what "triggers" an allergic reaction and determine ways to manage the condition when you can't avoid those triggers.
Your primary-care provider may refer you to an allergy specialist if you need this special kind of care.
Allergy & Immunology at PeaceHealth
PeaceHealth Medical Group has an experienced allergy and immunology specialist in Bellingham who provides this special care:
Maryanne Scott, MD Contact Us
Allergy & Immunology
Cordata Main, Suite 2C
4545 Cordata Parkway
Bellingham, WA 98226
Phone: (360) 738-2200
