Inspire Allergy and Asthma - Dr. Anita Sivam

09/08/2026

It's our first official day in the new office seeing patients! Come take a "tour" with us! Our new office is located at 9640 Commerce Drive, Suite 413, Carmel, Indiana. We are just a 1/2 mile from our previous office! We are excited to share our new space with our previous and new patients.

09/07/2026

Peanut allergy advice has changed dramatically—and for good reason. 🥜

We once told families to delay peanuts. Now, research shows that introducing peanut early—around 4–6 months—can significantly reduce the risk of developing a peanut allergy. And for children who already have a food allergy, oral immunotherapy may help build protection against accidental exposures.

The guidance changed because the evidence changed. That’s a good thing.

Have questions about early allergen introduction or food allergy treatment? Schedule a consultation with us!

09/04/2026

A lot of people think wheezing is required for asthma, but that’s not always the case.

Asthma can also show up as coughing, chest tightness, shortness of breath, or trouble with exercise, even if you don’t hear a wheeze.

In some people, a chronic cough may be the main symptom, especially at night or with exercise, illness, cold air, or allergies.

So if you or your child keep having breathing symptoms but “don’t wheeze,” asthma can still be part of the picture.

The good news: if asthma is the cause, there are treatment options that can help you feel much better.

Have an allergy question? Drop it below! I’m happy to answer general allergy questions, but I can’t provide individual medical advice here.

09/03/2026

A positive allergy test does not always mean you need to avoid that food—especially if you’ve never actually eaten it before.

Removing foods “just in case” can lead to unnecessary fear, stress, and an overly restricted diet. Before cutting out a long list of foods, work with a (GOOD!) board-certified allergist to determine which results represent a true food allergy—and which foods may be safe to introduce.

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09/02/2026

Six months of Inspire Allergy + Asthma. 🤍

I’m so grateful to every patient and family who has trusted me with their care—and to every friend, referral partner, and community member who has helped spread the word.

Thank you for believing in a different kind of allergy practice. Six months down, and we’re just getting started!

09/01/2026

Allergy testing can give us helpful clues—but it doesn’t tell the whole story. Your symptoms, medical history, and test results all matter when figuring out whether you truly have an allergy.

Here are the answers to five allergy-testing questions I hear all the time!

08/31/2026

Does Dupixent suppress your immune system? Short answer: no.

Dupixent is not a broad immunosuppressant. It works more selectively by blocking IL-4 and IL-13—two signals that help drive type 2 inflammation.

Think of it as turning down a specific inflammatory pathway, not shutting off your entire immune system. If fear of “immune suppression” has been holding you back, talk with your allergist about whether Dupixent may be appropriate for you or your child.

08/31/2026

Peanut oral immunotherapy (OIT) can build protection against accidental peanut exposure — and timing matters. In our latest blog, we explore what peanut OIT is, the evidence for starting treatment at different ages, and why early childhood may offer the best chance for remission for some patients. Read more: https://wix.to/X3wzSVz

What Is Peanut Allergy Oral Immunotherapy?Peanut oral immunotherapy, often called peanut OIT, is a treatment that gradually increases the amount of peanut a person can tolerate. Research shows that OIT can provide meaningful protection at many ages, but beginning treatment in early childhood may off...

08/28/2026

Feeling like you suddenly have a “summer cold”? It may actually be ragweed allergies. 🤧 Late summer can bring sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, coughing, and worsening asthma. If your usual allergy routine isn’t cutting it, it may be time for a more personalized plan.

08/27/2026

If I tell you I never prescribe Benadryl anymore… can we still be friends? 👀

Benadryl may work, but it can cause significant drowsiness, impaired coordination, and next-day grogginess—and we now have newer antihistamines that last longer with fewer side effects.

For most everyday allergy symptoms, I reach for options like cetirizine, levocetirizine, fexofenadine, or loratadine instead.

And for anaphylaxis? The first-line treatment is always epinephrine—not Benadryl.