Potomac Allergy & Asthma, P.C.

03/11/2026

A string of warm days in March here in the area really gets the early flowering tree species popping. Temperatures some 30 degrees above normal has brought out the cedar/cypress/juniper family members, elm and maple pollen. Count for tree pollen is currently HIGH. The cedar/cypress/juniper and elm pollen are recording very high levels currently for these tree species.

Tree pollen is HIGH at 1199.04 grains/cubic meter.

Mold spores are LOW at 796.34 spores/cubic meter.

02/13/2026

02/13/2026

Please join us in congratulating Dr Samee for being recognized as a “TOP DOCTOR” as selected by her peers in Northern Virginia Magazine, 2026.

02/11/2026

Tree pollen is LOW (NAB range) at 5.75 grains/cubic meter, which is moderate for local area tree pollen. Species from the Cedar/cypress/juniper family pollen is one of the early flowering tree families out and about this time of year.

Mold spores are LOW at 107.68 spores/cubic meter.

01/26/2026

Our offices are closed today 1/26 due to the inclement weather

11/14/2025

Tree pollen is LOW at 0.32 grains/cubic meter.

Mold spores are in the LOW range at 1284.03 spores/cubic meter.

11/07/2025

Tree pollen is LOW at 0.96 grains/cubic meter.
W**d pollen is LOW at 0.64 grains/cubic meter.
Mold spores are LOW at 809.9 spores/cubic meter.

11/06/2025

Does Your Toddler Have a Peanut Allergy?

The COMFORT Toddlers Study is collecting additional safety data for an investigational treatment that may help retrain the immune system and potentially reduce the risk of allergic reaction to peanuts. The treatment has already been tested in toddlers and children and has shown that it may help with peanut allergies.

The study is looking to enroll 480 children ages 1-3 with peanut allergies. The study will include a 6-week screening period (to confirm that your child is eligible), a 26-week treatment period, and a 2-week follow-up period. You and your child will visit the study site 8 times.

Participants will receive study-related care and treatment at no cost. You may also receive compensation for completion of key study visits. No health insurance is required.

Who can participate?

Your child may be able to take part in the COMFORT Toddlers Study if they:
• Are 1-3 years of age
• Have been diagnosed with or are suspected of having a peanut allergy based on an evaluation from their doctor
• Are on a strict peanut-free diet
• Have access to emergency medicines (including epinephrine) and a current food allergy emergency action plan

The study team will go over all requirements and the details of the study with you to see if your child may qualify.

Visit the COMFORT Toddlers Study website for more details:
https://comfort-toddlers-study.com/learnmore/

11/05/2025

The FDA has expanded approval of Opzelura® (ruxolitinib) cream to include children ages 2 to 11 with mild to moderate eczema — making it the first treatment of its kind for this age group. Read more about this non-steroidal option for kids with eczema and other research news: https://community.aafa.org/blog/October-research-cat-birch-pollen-allergy-eczema-treatments

11/04/2025

Coconut oil: Love it or hate it? 🥥 💧

Eczema expert Dr. Vivian Shi of UAMS College of Medicine tells us all about alternative eczema treatments from natural oils (like coconut oil) to elimination diets: https://nationaleczema.org/alternative-treatments-dr-shi/

11/01/2025

RSV is a common virus that spreads easily and can look like the common cold. But for babies, children, older adults, and anyone with asthma, it can be serious.

Here’s how to prepare and prevent RSV this season:
🧼 Wash hands often
🧽 Disinfect toys and surfaces
🏡 Stay home if you're feeling sick
😷 Wear a mask in crowded spaces
🩺 Ask your doctor about the RSV vaccine

Learn more at: https://aafa.org/asthma/asthma-triggers-causes/respiratory-infections-flu-cold-asthma/respiratory-syncytial-virus-rsv/

10/31/2025