According to statistical data, about 50% of residents in Russian-speaking countries suffer from allergic diseases. Their treatment in local clinics often comes down to prescribing antihistamines chosen at random. The lack of quality diagnostics and timely treatment for allergies, meanwhile, threatens the development of bronchial asthma.
The solution, undoubtedly, is allergy treatment abroad – at the leading Israeli clinic Ichilov, where a comprehensive approach is applied for the treatment of year-round allergic rhinitis, including thorough diagnostics and the latest treatment methods. Our consultants will help you choose a doctor and organize a trip for treatment or an online consultation. Just leave a request on the website – and within two to three days they will select and offer a medical solution that best meets the patient's needs.
About the Disease
Allergic rhinitis occurs when the immune system reacts to an irritant in the air. Irritants (allergens) are so small that they can easily be inhaled through the nose or mouth. Allergens are harmless to most people. But if a person has year-round allergic rhinitis, their immune system perceives the allergen as dangerous and tries to protect the body by releasing natural chemicals into the bloodstream. The main chemical is called histamine. This causes inflammation and itching of the mucous membranes of the nose, eyes, and throat as they work to expel the allergen.
Common causes:
- Dust mites living in carpets, curtains, bedding, and furniture.
- Pollen from trees, grasses, and weeds.
- Pet dander and saliva.
- Mold spores, etc.
Treatment Methods
Some allergy medications can improve symptoms and help the patient feel better. These medications will be tested for sensitivity to the allergen and prescribed in various forms such as solutions, tablets, eye drops, nasal sprays, and injections. Immunotherapeutic agents and targeted therapies – monoclonal antibodies – will also be used in treatment.
Drug Therapy
- Antihistamines: antihistamines work by blocking histamine released by the patient's body during an allergic reaction. Antihistamines are available in the form of tablets, liquids, eye drops, nasal sprays, and inhalers.
- Decongestants: these medications reduce nasal and sinus congestion. Decongestants can be taken orally (in the form of tablets or liquid) or used as a nasal spray. They include:
- Corticosteroid nasal sprays: these sprays and inhalers reduce inflammation and alleviate hay fever symptoms.
- Leukotriene inhibitors: during an allergic reaction, the body releases leukotrienes, histamines, and other chemicals that cause inflammation and hay fever symptoms.
Monoclonal Antibodies
New possibilities in the treatment of allergic rhinitis have emerged in recent years with the development of monoclonal antibodies (mAb), such as mAb against IgE, whose specific action targets molecules involved in the migration and stimulation of inflammatory cells. In particular, combinations of monoclonal antibodies with "classic" allergy-fighting agents – anti-inflammatory or antihistamines or bronchodilators in the case of asthma – can address this issue and be valuable for improving patient health.
Immunotherapy
This treatment helps the body learn to tolerate allergens. The doctor gives the patient a series of injections (allergy shots) with a small amount of allergen. Each time, the amount of allergen is increased. Over time, the immune system develops immunity to the allergen and stops triggering a reaction to it.
Accurate and Informative Diagnostics
Any diagnostic examination at the Israeli clinic Ichilov consists of three stages and is usually conducted over three days.
The attending physician examines the patient, identifies signs of the disease, and assesses the presence of other conditions such as a cold or asthma. To measure your antibodies to specific allergens, the doctor will order laboratory tests to check for lung diseases to rule them out.
Any of the following types of laboratory and instrumental studies may be prescribed to the patient:
- complete blood count;
- biochemical blood test;
- blood test for immunoglobulins;
- skin tests;
- bronchoprovocation tests;
- spirometry;
- endoscopy of the airways;
- biopsy of the airway mucosa;
- chest X-ray;
- chest CT.
Upon receiving the examination results, the attending physician will gather a consultation where experts in the fields of allergology and pulmonology will collectively review the clinical case and choose the most appropriate treatment plan. The patient may attend this discussion or meet with the attending physician later to receive information about the advantages of the chosen treatment methods and learn the overall prognosis.
- Biopsy
- Computed Tomography
- X-ray
- Blood Biochemistry
- Immunological Blood Analysis
How Much Does Treatment Cost in Israel
Israel is one of the most popular countries on the medical tourism map. Its place in the rankings of countries has been achieved thanks to a high level of medicine, the professionalism of doctors, the constant introduction of advanced treatment methods and technologies, and, of course, the prices for medical services.
The cost of treatment in Israel depends on many factors and, as a rule, the exact price of the upcoming therapy becomes known only after thorough diagnostics at the Israeli clinic. It is influenced by the number of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures prescribed to the patient, the number of days of inpatient treatment, and the number of consultations.
Of course, an approximate cost can be learned in advance. To do this, you need to fill out one of the contact forms available on the website, call, or request a callback. A medical consultant will ask you a few questions after which they will provide a price estimate.
Advantages of Treatment in Israel
- High-class specialists known not only nationally but also internationally.
- Diagnostics and treatment conducted based on advanced technologies with a high level of safety.
- The price of services provided is 30-45% lower than similar services in Western European countries.
- High level of comfort, services of psychologists, personal coordinators, assistance at all stages of the treatment trip.
- Positive reviews from patients who have already undergone treatment at the Israeli clinic Ichilov.
To schedule a consultation with an Israeli specialist, fill out the contact form, providing information about the patient's condition, diagnosis, and contact details. Specialists from the clinic's international department will contact you regarding pricing and organizing an online consultation or a trip for treatment at the Ichilov clinic.