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Eczema
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Mast Cell Disease
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Environmental Allergies
Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP)
Food Allergy
Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EOE)
Asthma
Eczema
Urticaria (Hives)
Mast Cell Disease
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Ep. 141: Pediatric Asthma Control: Understanding the Peds-AIRQ Assessment Tool
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 1/23/26 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 1/23/26

Ep. 141: Pediatric Asthma Control: Understanding the Peds-AIRQ Assessment Tool

Learn how the Pediatric Asthma Impairment and Risk Questionnaire (Peds-AIRQ), a validated tool, was designed to better identify uncontrolled asthma in children ages 5 to 11.

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Ep. 138: KIT D816V in Anaphylaxis — What the PROSPECTOR Trial Reveals
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 12/5/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 12/5/25

Ep. 138: KIT D816V in Anaphylaxis — What the PROSPECTOR Trial Reveals

Learn how a KIT D816V blood test may help doctors find clonal mast cell disease earlier in people with unexplained or severe anaphylaxis.

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Ep. 134: How Dupilumab Reduces Mucus Burden in Asthma - VESTIGE Trial
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 10/31/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 10/31/25

Ep. 134: How Dupilumab Reduces Mucus Burden in Asthma - VESTIGE Trial

Learn how dupilumab may help clear thick mucus and improve lung function in asthma. The VESTIGE trial adds new insight into treating mucus buildup.

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Ep. 132: Boundaries & Communication in Food Allergy Families  
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation Kortney Kwong Hing 10/17/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation Kortney Kwong Hing 10/17/25

Ep. 132: Boundaries & Communication in Food Allergy Families  

Learn how to manage family dynamics, set healthy boundaries, and improve communication around food allergies in both kids and adults.

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Ep. 130: How Telemedicine Improves Access to Care for Food Allergies
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation Kortney Kwong Hing 10/2/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation Kortney Kwong Hing 10/2/25

Ep. 130: How Telemedicine Improves Access to Care for Food Allergies

 Learn how telemedicine for allergies and asthma offers easier access to virtual care, video visits, prescriptions, and support from home.

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Ep. 129: Omalizumab for Multiple Food Allergies – The OUtMATCH Trial
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 9/29/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 9/29/25

Ep. 129: Omalizumab for Multiple Food Allergies – The OUtMATCH Trial

Learn how omalizumab raised allergic reaction thresholds in the OUtMATCH trial for multiple food allergies. It’s not a cure, but it may offer protection.

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Ep. 127: Management of indolent mastocytosis - A clinical yardstick
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 9/12/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 9/12/25

Ep. 127: Management of indolent mastocytosis - A clinical yardstick

Learn how doctors diagnose and treat indolent systemic mastocytosis (ISM) with KIT D816V tests, biopsies & targeted therapies like avapritinib to manage symptoms.

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Ep. 126: Management of mast cell activation syndrome - A clinical yardstick
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 8/29/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 8/29/25

Ep. 126: Management of mast cell activation syndrome - A clinical yardstick

Learn about diagnosing and treating mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) from serum tryptase testing to treatment with antihistamines, cromolyn and omalizumab.

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Ep. 124: Asthma peak week and understanding triggers 
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 8/14/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 8/14/25

Ep. 124: Asthma peak week and understanding triggers 

Learn how to manage asthma during the fall. Discover seasonal asthma triggers, Asthma Peak Week risks, and practical tips to prevent asthma flare-ups.

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Ep. 122: Mortality in adult patients with chronic spontaneous urticaria - A real-world cohort study
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 8/1/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 8/1/25

Ep. 122: Mortality in adult patients with chronic spontaneous urticaria - A real-world cohort study

Learn how chronic hives (CSU) may increase risk of death. We review findings from a real-world study on CSU, suicide, and the impact of proper treatment.

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Ep. 121: Avapritinib vs Placebo in Indolent Systemic Mastocytosis - PIONEER Trial
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 7/25/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 7/25/25

Ep. 121: Avapritinib vs Placebo in Indolent Systemic Mastocytosis - PIONEER Trial

Learn how Avapritinib targets the KIT D816V mutation in ISM. We review key findings from the PIONEER trial and what they mean for patient care.

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Ep. 120: Back to School with Food Allergies- Accommodations, Epinephrine & Preparing Your Child
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 7/10/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 7/10/25

Ep. 120: Back to School with Food Allergies- Accommodations, Epinephrine & Preparing Your Child

Prepare your child for a safe school year with food allergies. Learn about 504 plans, epinephrine options, and tips to build confidence and safety.

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Ep. 118: The ISM Disconnect - Do Patients and Providers Agree on Symptom Control?
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 6/26/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 6/26/25

Ep. 118: The ISM Disconnect - Do Patients and Providers Agree on Symptom Control?

How do patients and providers view indolent systemic mastocytosis? This podcast breaks down a new study on symptom burden and care gaps in ISM.

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Ep. 117: As-Needed Albuterol–Budesonide in Mild Asthma (BATURA Trial)
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 6/19/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 6/19/25

Ep. 117: As-Needed Albuterol–Budesonide in Mild Asthma (BATURA Trial)

Journal club review: BATURA trial shows that a rescue inhaler combining albuterol and budesonide improves mild asthma by addressing tightness and inflammation.

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Ep. 116: Why Fexofenadine Is Considered a Truly Non-Sedating Antihistamine
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 6/13/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 6/13/25

Ep. 116: Why Fexofenadine Is Considered a Truly Non-Sedating Antihistamine

Journal article review: Discover why fexofenadine is truly non-sedating. Systematic review looking at PET scans, PIR tests, driving studies & real-world data.

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Ep. 115: Managing Food Allergies in College-Aged Students (Ages 18-21)
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation Kortney Kwong Hing 6/6/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation Kortney Kwong Hing 6/6/25

Ep. 115: Managing Food Allergies in College-Aged Students (Ages 18-21)

Learn how to manage food allergies and take charge of your health as a young adult from roommates to restaurants, epinephrine to mental wellness.

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Ep. 114: Managing Food Allergies in Teens (Ages 12-18)
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation Kortney Kwong Hing 5/30/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation Kortney Kwong Hing 5/30/25

Ep. 114: Managing Food Allergies in Teens (Ages 12-18)

Learn how to support teens with food allergies through trust, independence, and honest conversations about risk, drinking, dating, and mental health.

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Ep. 113: Managing Food Allergies in Children (Ages 5–11)
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation Kortney Kwong Hing 5/22/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation Kortney Kwong Hing 5/22/25

Ep. 113: Managing Food Allergies in Children (Ages 5–11)

Learn how to help school-age children manage food allergies from symptom awareness to school safety and building confidence with epinephrine.

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Ep. 112: Managing Food Allergies in Babies and Toddlers (Ages 0–5)
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation Kortney Kwong Hing 5/15/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation Kortney Kwong Hing 5/15/25

Ep. 112: Managing Food Allergies in Babies and Toddlers (Ages 0–5)

Learn how to keep babies and toddlers with food allergies safe, from spotting symptoms to teaching daycare staff and starting allergy routines early.

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Ep. 109: Tezepelumab & Nasal Polyps - Inside the WAYPOINT Phase III Trial
Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 4/24/25 Doctor Interview, Food Allergies, Allergies, Asthma, Eczema, Immunology, Patient Interview, EOE, AAII Podcast, Mast Cell Disease, CSU, Urticaria, Biologics, Health Insurance, Type 2 Inflammation, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps, The Itch Review Kortney Kwong Hing 4/24/25

Ep. 109: Tezepelumab & Nasal Polyps - Inside the WAYPOINT Phase III Trial

In this journal review, we discuss how tezepelumab reduced nasal polyp size, alleviated congestion & decreased the need for surgery over 52 weeks. Listen for the full breakdown.

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