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 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

Ep. 128: Is Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria an Autoimmune Disease?

Learn why chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) isn’t caused by allergies, and how mast cells drive hives in autoimmune and autoallergic urticaria.

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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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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 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

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. 125: Parents’ Guide to Asthma Peak Week 

Learn how parents and guardians can prepare for Asthma Peak Week, manage fall triggers, and keep kids safe with action plans, routines, and updated medicines.

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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 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

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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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 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

Ep. 123: Supporting the Mental Health of Allergy Parents 

Support for food allergy parents! Therapist Tamara Hubbard shares tools to manage anxiety and why mental health matters at every stage of the allergy journey.

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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 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

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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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 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

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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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 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

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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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 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

Ep. 119: Processing Emotions After Anaphylaxis - Navigating Guilt, Family Reactions, and Moving Forward

Processing anaphylaxis? Learn how to handle guilt, denial, and family reactions after a severe allergic reaction. Real talk about moving forward.

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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 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

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)

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

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)

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)

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)

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)

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. 111: New Diagnosis – Food Allergy Basics for All Ages

New to food allergies? Learn what causes reactions, how to use epinephrine, and tips to stay safe after a new diagnosis.

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Ep. 110: Early Introduction of Allergenic Foods – Preventing Food Allergies Before They Start

Early allergen introduction at 4–6 months may help prevent food allergies. Learn how to introduce top allergens and why eczema matters.

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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 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

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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