Allergy & Immunology

Stay connected to your care with MyChart® by Hawai‘i Pacific Health – message your provider, view test results, complete forms, and more.

Go To MyChart

Service Overview

Allergies result from how the immune system reacts to a food, medication, pollen or insect sting. Allergic reactions can range from annoying with symptoms like itchy eyes, sneezing and skin irritation, to a life-threatening reaction called “anaphylaxis.” Allergies are sometimes associated with asthma.

We diagnose allergies with different tests. Treatment for allergies depends on the type of allergy, what causes it and how severe it is.

Conditions & Treatments

Allergies are the body's immune system's reaction to an irritant. Normally, the immune system attacks harmful things such as viruses or bacteria. An allergy occurs when the body overreacts and responds to things that are usually harmless such as dust, mold, pollen or food.

Commonly Treated Conditions

Asthma
Ear infections that are a result of underlying nasal allergies
Eczema
Eye (ocular) allergies
Food and drug allergies
Hives
Insect sting reactions
Nasal allergies such as allergic rhinitis and sinusitis
Work-related allergies (such as latex)

Care at Kapiʻolani

Allergies can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, race or socioeconomic status. Generally, allergies are more common in children. However, a first-time occurrence can happen at any age, or recur after many years of remission.

Kapiʻolani has specialists who can help diagnose and treat allergies. We work with children and their families to develop a course of treatment tailored to their specific needs.

Care at Pali Momi

For patients with allergies in Central and West Oʻahu, Pali Momi provides comprehensive care, from diagnosis to treatment and maintenance. Pali Momi treats patients of all ages in a friendly, compassionate atmosphere using the latest testing methods.

Care at Straub Benioff

Straub Benioff’s board-certified physicians and staff have deep experience in treating allergies. Our integrated team includes allergists, ear, nose and throat specialists, and lung specialists. We also use the latest testing methods.

Our friendly atmosphere ensures patients of all ages get the best care.

Locations offering this service:

Straub Benioff Medical Center – Pearlridge Clinic
Phone: 808-483-6400