Conditions I Treat

Comprehensive Care for Allergy &

Complex Immune System Conditions

Empowering you with personalized care for allergies, autoimmune conditions, and chronic inflammation. Your health deserves more than symptom management—it requires understanding, expertise, and a tailored approach. With years of experience in allergy and immunology, I’m here to help you uncover the root causes and driving factors of your symptoms and guide you toward lasting relief.

Conditions Dr. Kara Treats

Expertise Across Allergic, Autoimmune,

& Chronic Conditions

I specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions, including:

Allergies and Hypersensitivities

  • Environmental Allergies

  • Allergic Rhinitis

  • Allergic Conjunctivitis

  • Atopic Dermatitis/Eczema

  • Food Allergies, Intolerances, and Sensitivities

  • Oral Allergy Syndrome (cross-reactivity between pollen and certain fruits/vegetables)

  • Drug Allergies

  • Chronic Hives/Urticaria and/or Angioedema

  • Alpha-gal Allergy (Mammalian Meat Allergy)

  • Hereditary Angioedema

  • Anaphylaxis (including idiopathic anaphylaxis)

  • Contact Dermatitis (e.g., reactions to nickel, latex, or other allergens)

Respiratory Conditions

  • Asthma

  • Non-Allergic Rhinitis (e.g., vasomotor rhinitis)

  • Chronic Sinusitis (with or without nasal polyps)

  • Nasal Polyps

  • Aspirin/NSIAD Exacerbated Respiratory Disease (AERD)

  • Exercise-induced bronchospasm

Autoimmune Diseases

  • Sjögren’s Disease/Syndrome

  • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (Lupus)

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis

  • Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis

  • Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis

  • Celiac Disease

  • Of note, often autoimmune conditions require a team-based approach including a primary-care physician and may include additional specialists depending on the condition and it’s severity.

Gastrointestinal and Related Conditions

  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

  • Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)

  • Other Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Disorders

  • Histamine Intolerance

Chronic Immunologic Conditions

  • Mast Cell Activation Syndrome/Disease (MCAS)

  • Mastocytosis

  • Eosinophilic disorders

  • Primary Immunodeficiency Diseases

  • Common Variable Immune Deficiency

  • IgA Deficiency

Chronic and Complex Conditions

  • Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS)

  • Multiple Chemical Sensitivity/Toxicant-Induced Loss of Tolerance (TILT)

  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS)

  • Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)

  • Long COVID/Post-Acute Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 Infection (PASC)

Collaboration with PRISM Joint & Spine

Recognizing the interconnectedness of immune and musculoskeletal health, we are proud to collaborate with PRISM Joint and Spine in Silver Spring, Maryland. This partnership allows us to provide integrated care, particularly for individuals experiencing connective tissue issues like hypermobility, which often co-occur with immune system imbalances.

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