Austin Allergy Relief
That Actually Works
Austin has among the highest allergen counts in the United States. Capital ENT offers in-house allergy testing with customized immunotherapy plans — treating the root cause, not just the symptoms.
Comprehensive Allergy Care in Austin, TX
Capital ENT and Sinus Center is a comprehensive treatment facility. We treat all ENT issues including allergies, and we offer in-house allergy testing with a customized allergy plan for each patient.
Austin has among the highest allergen counts in the United States — year-round mountain cedar, oak, ragweed, mold, and dust mite allergies make Central Texas one of the most challenging places in the country to live with allergies.
Immunotherapy is highly effective in treating allergies, and allergy therapy is convenient — it can even be done from the comfort of your home with our sublingual drop program.
Cedar fever hits Austin harder than anywhere else in the U.S. Mountain cedar trees release some of the world's highest pollen counts every December–February, affecting roughly 75% of Austinites with flu-like symptoms. Capital ENT specializes in rapid cedar fever relief and long-term immunotherapy that reduces your sensitivity year after year. Learn about cedar fever treatment →
Most insurance plans cover allergy testing & immunotherapy.
Your Path to Lasting Allergy Relief
We take a stepwise approach — starting conservative and escalating only as needed to find the most effective treatment for your specific allergies.
Minimize Exposure
Keep windows closed, use HEPA filters, change clothes after being outdoors, and rinse your nose with saline regularly. These simple steps can significantly reduce your allergy burden.
Medical Management
Over-the-counter allergy medications including nasal sprays (Flonase, Nasocort) and oral antihistamines (Claritin, Allegra, Zyrtec, Xyzal). If these don't provide enough relief, we proceed to allergy testing.
Immunotherapy
If allergy medications can't control your symptoms, we offer immunotherapy — allergy shots or sublingual drops. Immunotherapy trains your immune system to stop overreacting to allergens and has been shown to provide significant long-term relief for most patients.
Two Ways to Do Immunotherapy
Immunotherapy can be thought of as getting vaccinated against allergies. We offer two convenient approaches to fit your lifestyle.
Subcutaneous Immunotherapy
Relatively painless injections administered in our office. Allergy shots have a long track record of effectiveness and are appropriate for most allergy patients.
- Administered at our Austin office
- Build-up phase over several months
- Maintenance phase for ongoing protection
- Covered by most insurance plans
- Proven long-term allergy relief
Sublingual Immunotherapy
Drops placed under the tongue at home — no office visits needed during treatment. A convenient option for patients with busy schedules or those who prefer self-administration.
- Done from the comfort of your own home
- No needles — drops under the tongue
- Customized to your specific allergens
- Flexible and easy to incorporate into daily routine
- Highly effective for appropriate candidates
Minimizing Allergen Exposure in Austin
Keep Doors & Windows Closed
In both your car and home, especially during high pollen count days. Monitor daily pollen counts through local weather services.
Use HEPA Air Filters
Install high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters in your air conditioner to trap pollen, dust, mold spores, and other airborne allergens.
Shower After Being Outside
Change clothes and shower after spending extended time outdoors, especially during cedar and oak season, to remove pollen from your hair and skin.
Nasal Saline Rinse
Rinse your nose with over-the-counter nasal saline after outdoor exposure. This helps remove allergens that have been inhaled before they trigger a reaction.
Related Patient Guides
Cedar Fever in Austin
Why cedar season hits Austin so hard and how to find relief.
How to Get Rid of Seasonal Allergies
Treatment options from antihistamines to long-term immunotherapy.
Cold, Flu, or Allergies?
How to tell the difference and when to see a specialist.
Can You Be Allergic to Your Office?
Indoor allergens at work and strategies to manage symptoms.
Ready for Lasting Allergy Relief?
Don't just mask your allergy symptoms — treat the root cause. Our allergy specialists will test, diagnose, and create a customized immunotherapy plan that works for your lifestyle.