Allergy / Immunology

Dr. Ben Close of Louisiana Allergy and Asthma Specialists is specially trained to help diagnose allergies. Once diagnosed, a plan will be developed to protect you from future allergic reactions. We specialize in but are not limited to diagnosing and treating varying allergic reactions to the following allergens in children and adults:

• Drugs/medications
• Food
• Latex
• Mold
• Pets
• Rhinitis (Hay Fever)
• Sinusitis (Rhinosinusitis)
• Skin
• Stinging Insects

Dr. Ben Close can also help diagnose and formulate a treatment plan for immunodeficiency diseases. Schedule an appointment today if you experience any of the following symptoms: 

• • Recurrent, unusual or difficult to treat infections
  • Poor growth or loss of weight
  • Recurrent pneumonia, ear infections or sinusitis
  • Multiple courses of antibiotics or IV antibiotics necessary to clear infections
  • Recurrent deep abscesses of the organs or skin
  • A family history of Primary Immunodeficiency Disease 
  • Swollen lymph glands or an enlarged spleen