"People with allergy or asthma can lead full and healthy lives." - Dr. James Li Dr. Li is chair of the Division of Allergic Diseases in the Department of Internal Medicine and a board-certified...

Q: I've heard that children can outgrow asthma. Is this true? No name / No state given Yes and no. Asthma symptoms get better in some children during adolescence and young adulthood, and may not...

Q: My son loves dogs, but I think he might be allergic to them. Are there any hypoallergenic dog breeds? No name / No state given While some dogs may cause fewer allergy symptoms than others, there...

Q: I have a mold allergy, and my doctor told me I should get rid of my houseplants. Why is this necessary? Are houseplants a source of mold? Janet / North Dakota The soil used to pot houseplants...

Q: Is it possible to have asthma without wheezing? Perry / Utah Yes, it's possible to have asthma without wheezing. Although wheezing is the most reliable sign of asthma, it's not the only sign or...

Q: Is there such a thing as alcohol allergy? After drinking just one alcoholic beverage, I get a rash all over and I throw up. Leigh / Massachusetts Some people are more sensitive to the effects of...

Q: I use Afrin for nasal congestion associated with allergies. Should I be concerned about nasal spray addiction? No name / No state given No. You cannot become addicted to a nasal spray...

Q: What's the difference between a food intolerance and food allergy? Charlotte / Maine Although many people have adverse reactions to certain foods, true food allergy — a reaction triggered by the...