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Dr. Richard Wachs is Board Certified in Allergy and Immunology and Pediatrics and a South Jersey "Top Doc". With over 13 years' private practice experience, Dr. Wachs provides comprehensive, practical and compassionate care to both adults and pediatric patients. Dr. Wachs received an academic Air Force scholarship to Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in Piscataway, NJ. He specialized in Pediatric Medicine and served as a Major in the United States Air Force for seven years as a pediatrician. He trained as a Fellow in Allergy and Clinical Immunology at Jefferson, A.I. duPont Hospital for children. He is active in South Jersey providing lectures and community support in the areas of asthma, food allergy and allergic diseases.
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Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Allergy and Immunology
Pediatrics
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A 34-year-old member asked:
Dr. Richard Wachsanswered
Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Eustation Tube Dysfu: Many people with uncontrolled nasal allergies get inflammation of the tube connecting the middle ear to the throat (the eustation tube). This leads to... Read More
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A 28-year-old member asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Both: Allergies are caused by specific proteins from specific foods, but any protein can trigger an allergy. Some proteins in foods are more commonly trig... Read More
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A 24-year-old member asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Too numerous to list: Food allergies are triggered by protein in foods and most foods contain protein. There are some foods that are more often triggers for allergies. Thes... Read More
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A 16-year-old member asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Allergies: Singulair (montelukast) is used to treat allergies and asthma. Alavert is for allergies.
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A 26-year-old member asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Hard to say: Mold can be an allergen or produce toxins. It can also be benign. Have the mold tested to see what species, then consult your physician.
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Drink: Staying hydrated is the best way to decrease the symptoms of postural hypotension.
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A 36-year-old female asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Get evaluation: Food allergies can present with symptoms acutely after eating a food such as hives, vomiting, irritability, swelling or eczema. Delayed and chronic sy... Read More
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Wheat Allergy: A wheat allergy is an exaggerated immune response due to exposure to wheat protein. The reaction can present with typical symptoms of hives, respirato... Read More
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Soy Allergy: A soy allergy is an exaggerated immune response due to exposure to soy protein. The reaction can present with typical symptoms of hives, respiratory s... Read More
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
A protective protien: An antibody is a protein the body's immune system makes to identify potentially harmful substances in the body. Antibodies attach to the substance on ... Read More
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Egg white allergy: A egg white allergy is an exaggerated immune response due to exposure to egg white protein. The reaction can present with typical symptoms of hives, r... Read More
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Sesame Allergy: A sesame allergy is an exaggerated immune response due to exposure to sesame protein. The reaction can present with typical symptoms of hives, respira... Read More
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A 30-year-old female asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Depends: Both are symptoms of a common cold and can appear at different times, but do not mean it is getting worse. However, if the symptoms are lasting more t... Read More
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Coorn Allergy: A corn allergy is an exaggerated immune response due to exposure to corn protein. The reaction can present with typical symptoms of hives, respiratory... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Hopefully: Children have a good chance of outgrowing their food allergies, but it depends on the type of food, the history of reaction, the level of sensitivity,... Read More
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A female asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Yes: Patch testing can detect certain types of food allergies. For anaphylactic type (ige mediuated) food allergies, standard skin prick testing or specifi... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
History is Everythin: Food allergy testing should be done based on the history. If there is a concern for a food allergy, there should be a history of symptoms linked to sp... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. Richard Wachsanswered
Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Doubtful: If you get symptoms after eating "anything" it probably is not due to allergies. Allergies are usually due to one or a few foods, not everything. More... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Absolutely: Almonds are on of several tree nuts including, among others, walnuts, pecans, cashews and pistachios. Tree nuts, like peanuts, are among the 8 most a... Read More
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A 27-year-old male asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Most likely: Itching of the skin can have multiple causes and treatments. If you have not been evaluated for the cause, i would start there.
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A female asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Seek Care: Eczema is a generic term for dry, red, irritated skin. Contact dermatitis is an allergic reaction from contact with something your are sensitive to. A... Read More
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A 35-year-old female asked:
Dr. Richard Wachsanswered
Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Yes: Food intolerance can cause both acute and chronic gastric symptoms. Allergies more often trigger acute symptoms, but these can be GI in nature as well... Read More
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Absolutely: Grass allergy refers to the pollen which is only problematic at certain times of year. Touching grass does not trigger the allergy, the pollen does. E... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
A Lot: Depending on the age, there are many options. Medications include over the counter or prescription antihistamine, singulair (montelukast) or nasal ste... Read More
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A 38-year-old female asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Should be checked: Hives present as red raised lesions occasionally with a white/ blanched center. The are typically not described as blisters and should not be filled ... Read More
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A 23-year-old male asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Other reasons: Chronic cough can have multiple causes. Asthma can present as a dry chronic cough, as can reflux. Some infections like pertussis or other viral infec... Read More
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A 18-year-old male asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Not typically: Doctor visits have been getting shorter over the years as physicians try to see enough patients in a day..Due to decreasing reimbursements from insura... Read More
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A 25-year-old female asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Possibly: These are symptoms of allergies, but may be due to something as simple as a cold. Depending on the timing, duration and associated history, it would h... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
Dr. Richard Wachsanswered
Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Yes: Allergies can develop at any time even if you have been taking the medication regularly. Allergy can be confused with adverse reactions and i recommen... Read More
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A 47-year-old member asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Get tested: Food allergies are sometimes difficult to differentiate from adverse reactions. History can be very helpful, but testing is recommended. I recommend a... Read More
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A 50-year-old member asked:
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Epinephrine: An epi-pen is Epinephrine in a self injecting device.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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No: All current studies show no correlation between eating a food while pregnant and the child developing an allergy to that food.
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
No...: According to the information provided by the manufacturer, the device is not made with any metals or alloys. The itchiness you are experiencing is mos... Read More
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A 22-year-old female asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Depends on the cause: Multiple issues can cause a nasal drip from a simple cold to allergies and even other issues such as reflux. Treatment should be based on a full histo... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Tincture of time: Scars from bug bites should resolve over time. Good skin care with moisturizers and uv sun protection can help as well.
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A female asked:
Dr. Richard Wachsanswered
Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Yes: Food allergy can present in several different organ systems. Digestive symptoms is only one. Skin rashes such as hives or eczema may be a presentation... Read More
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A 34-year-old male asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Not necessarily: Many people report increased mucus quantity or thickness when drinking milk. This is not due to an allergy. Milk allergy rarely present with isolated ... Read More
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A 36-year-old female asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Eat right: Best thing for a healthy immune system is a good diet and plenty of sleep. With a new baby, the second is difficult, but a good well rounded diet is h... Read More
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A 28-year-old male asked:
Dr. Richard Wachsanswered
Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Dust Mite allergy: Dust mite allergy is an abnormal immune response to the typically benign dust mite protein. Dust mites are present in most houses found in the bedding... Read More
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A 22-year-old male asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Probably Not: Your current symptoms are not likely due to your past actions. More likely your work in front of the PC is taking it's toll. I recommend periodic brea... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
Dr. Richard Wachsanswered
Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
See an allergies: Food allergies allergies are easily confused with intolerance and other reactions. I recommend seeing a board certified allergist. They will do a thor... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Find an alternative: This can make treatment difficult, but luckily there are usually alternative treatments available. Also there are some medication allergies that a boa... Read More
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A 38-year-old male asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Likely reflux: If the lump and spasm feels like it is in the throat, it is most likely reflux. Food allergy can give these symptoms as well but typically there is an... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Yes: Food allergies can cause a release of histamine in the body triggering an itch. Typically there are other symptoms as well. Isolated itch without rash... Read More
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Absolutely: Fin fish are one of the 8 common allergens. It is used in many places you may not expect as well, so i would be very careful reading labels and avoidi... Read More
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A 47-year-old member asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Get Tested: There are different types of wheat allergy and you may have an intolerance. Differentiating between these can be done with skin and blood tests perfor... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Getting easier: Many of my patients have recommended whole foods, wegmans, and trader joes. Fortunately, more stores are recognizing the need to stock allergy friendl... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
If you are sensitive: If you are sensitive to the proteins in these foods, your body makes antibodies that recognize them and set off an allergic reaction. Most foods have ... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Hard to say: With the limited information, it is hard to say, but it is unlikely. There are many causes or rashes in infants and food allergy is uncommon unless th... Read More
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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Allergy and Immunology 28 years experience
Possibly: Most rashes while on antibiotics are more likely due to the body fighting off the infection than a reaction to the antibiotic. Having said this, i rec... Read More
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Dec 16, 2012
I came to Dr. Wachs with severe allergy symptoms that were affecting my quality of life. The doctor took the time to answer all my questions and addressed my concerns about taking medications. After b...Read More
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Wachs is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Dr. Wachs is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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This was very helpful. Thanks! Thank you so much! This is extremely helpful. I'll be seeing an allergist for testing very soon but in the meantime, things are a bit complicated! ;)
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Thank you, your answer or tip was very helpful! Everyone else so vague. Thanks for the details. Exactly what I was looking for :)
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Thank you, your answer or tip was very helpful! Thanks a lot
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Graduated 1995MD
Medical/Graduate school
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, NJ
Graduated 1995MD
Residency
USAF Medical Center, Keesler Air Force Base
Residency
Keesler Medical Center
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Garden State Allergy and Asthma Center
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