Allergy care
Allergy Evaluation & Treatment in Richmond, TX
Relief for seasonal and year-round allergies in adults: finding your triggers, choosing the right treatment and knowing when a specialist can help.
How we help with allergies
Allergies happen when the immune system overreacts to something that is usually harmless, such as pollen, dust mites, mold or pet dander. In the Houston area, long growing seasons mean many people deal with symptoms for much of the year.
At Lifecare Primary Medical in Richmond, Samira Khan, MD, and our care team evaluate allergy symptoms, look for triggers, recommend treatment and follow up to make sure it is working. Our clinic is at 7103 South Peek Road, Suite 520, Richmond, TX 77407.
Symptoms
Common allergy symptoms
- Sneezing, runny or stuffy nose.
- Itchy, watery or red eyes.
- Itchy nose, throat or ears.
- Post-nasal drip and cough.
- Hives or itchy skin rashes.
- Worsening asthma symptoms.
Allergies, colds and sinus infections can look alike. Allergy symptoms tend to last as long as you are exposed to the trigger and often include itching, while colds usually clear in about a week to ten days. Read more in our article on allergies vs. sinus infection vs. cold.
Evaluation
Finding out what you are allergic to
Your visit starts with a detailed history: when symptoms happen, where you are, what seems to set them off and what you have already tried. A physical exam looks at your nose, eyes, throat, lungs and skin. If allergy testing would help confirm your triggers or guide treatment, we will discuss the options with you and arrange it.
Your physician
Samira Khan, MD
Internal Medicine · Lifecare Primary Medical
Dr. Khan’s practice covers adult primary care and internal medicine, including allergy symptoms that overlap with asthma, sinus problems and skin conditions. She is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital.
Treatment
Ways to control allergy symptoms
Avoiding triggers
Practical changes at home and outdoors, such as managing dust, mold and pollen exposure.
Medication
Options such as antihistamines, nasal sprays and eye drops, chosen for your symptoms and other health conditions.
Asthma connection
When allergies trigger asthma, treating both together. Asthma care
Specialist referral
Referral to an allergist when symptoms stay hard to control or when allergy shots may help.
Severe allergic reactions are an emergency
Call 911 for signs of anaphylaxis: swelling of the lips, tongue or throat, trouble breathing or swallowing, widespread hives with dizziness or fainting, or vomiting after exposure to a known allergen. If you have been prescribed an epinephrine auto-injector, use it and then call 911.
Our location
Visit Our Richmond Clinic
Adults from Richmond, Aliana, Grand Mission, Mission Bend and Katy visit our clinic on South Peek Road for allergy care.
Lifecare Primary Medical
7103 South Peek Road, Suite 520
Richmond, TX 77407
281-712-7757
Office hours
| Monday – Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday – Sunday | Closed |
Common questions
Allergy questions
Can a primary care doctor treat allergies?
Yes. Most seasonal and indoor allergies are evaluated and treated in primary care, with referral to an allergist when needed.
Is it allergies or a cold?
Itching and symptoms that last as long as you are exposed point toward allergies. Fever and body aches suggest an infection. If you are not sure, a visit can help sort it out.
Do you offer allergy testing?
If testing would help, we will discuss the options and arrange it. Call our office at 281-712-7757 for details.
Can allergies make asthma worse?
Yes. Allergens are a common asthma trigger, so we look at both together.
Get relief from allergy symptoms
Request an appointment or walk in on weekdays. Our office will contact you to confirm your visit.