Allergy Shots in North Richland Hills
Allergy shots, also called subcutaneous immunotherapy (SCIT), are one of the most effective long-term treatments for allergic rhinitis, allergic asthma, and insect venom allergy. North Hills ENT in North Richland Hills offers comprehensive immunotherapy programs administered by our ENT and allergy specialists.
How Allergy Shots Work
Allergy shots work by gradually desensitizing your immune system to the substances that trigger your allergic response. Small, gradually increasing doses of your specific allergens are injected subcutaneously (under the skin) over time. This trains the immune system to build tolerance, reducing both the frequency and severity of allergic reactions.
What Allergy Shots Treat
- Seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever) — tree, grass, and weed pollens
- Some cases of atopic dermatitis (eczema) associated with inhalant allergens
- Perennial allergic rhinitis — dust mites, mold, pet dander
- Allergic asthma triggered by environmental allergens
- Insect venom allergy (bees, wasps, yellow jackets)
The Two Phases
Build-Up Phase
Injections are given 1–3 times per week, with gradually increasing allergen doses, over 3–6 months.
Maintenance Phase
Once the effective dose is reached, injections are given monthly for 3–5 years.
Who Is a Candidate?
Allergy shots are appropriate for patients whose symptoms are not well controlled with medication and avoidance, or who wish to reduce long-term medication dependence. They are recommended for adults and children (typically 5 years and older) after allergy skin testing confirms specific sensitivities.
What to Expect at Your Visits
You’ll receive injections in our North Richland Hills office and remain for a 20–30 minute observation period afterward to monitor for any reactions. Mild redness or swelling at the injection site is common and normal.
Long-Term Benefits
Clinical studies show allergy shots can reduce allergy symptoms by up to 85% and provide lasting benefit even after the course of treatment ends — something medications cannot achieve.
Get Started with Allergy Shots
Contact North Hills ENT in North Richland Hills at 817-859-8999 to schedule an allergy evaluation and discuss whether immunotherapy is right for you.