Allergy Actually
Welcome to Allergy Actually — where real talk meets real science.
We’re your bestie allergist moms—Dr. Kara Wada, Dr. Amber Patterson, and Dr. Meagan Shepherd—and we’re here to help you stop sneezing, scratching, and second-guessing your allergy care.
With a combined 40+ years of clinical experience, we break down the science behind allergies into practical, real-life solutions. From pollen to peanuts, asthma to anxiety, we unpack it all with empathy, humor, and honest conversations.
Whether you're a parent navigating a child’s food allergies or someone just trying to breathe easier, you'll find clarity, community, and calm here.
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Allergy Actually
Quitting Daily Allergy Meds After Decades: A Patient's ILIT Journey
3 Shots vs. 5 Years? A Patient's Journey with ILIT Allergy Treatment
Patient testimonials are a powerful way to understand the real-world impact of a medical treatment. In this special episode of Allergy Actually, your bestie allergist moms are joined by a very special guest, former U.S. Congressman and radio broadcaster Jason Lewis, to share his personal allergy journey.
For decades, Jason battled debilitating seasonal allergies, relying on a daily cocktail of over-the-counter medications to get by. As an active adult who loves the outdoors, he wanted a real solution but couldn't commit to the 3-5 year timeline of traditional allergy shots. Enter ILIT (Intralymphatic Immunotherapy).
Listen as Jason details his "before" picture of constant symptoms, his decision to travel for the procedure, what the 3-injection process was actually like, and his incredible results—being off daily allergy medication and enjoying his life in Florida just two months after treatment. This is a must-listen for anyone who feels stuck with their allergies and is looking for a modern, time-saving solution.
EPISODE IN A GLANCE
00:15 Welcome Jason Lewis: The Prototypical ILIT Patient
03:17 The "Before" Picture: Lifelong Allergies & Daily OTC Meds
06:15 The Results: Jason's Improvement Timeline After ILIT
09:21 The Perfect Fit: Why ILIT is Ideal for Geriatrics & Busy People
11:09 "It's a Breeze": Jason's Reassurance on the Procedure Experience
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ABOUT GUEST
JASON LEWIS
Jason Lewis is a former U.S. Congressman from Minnesota and a nationally syndicated radio host. He shares his personal journey with severe seasonal allergies and his experience as a patient of Dr. Amber Patterson's, where he underwent Intralymphatic Immunotherapy (ILIT) to find lasting relief.
ABOUT HOSTS
KARA WADA, MD
Dr. Kara Wada is a quadruple board-certified physician in allergy, immunology, and lifestyle medicine, and founder of the Immune Confident Institute. As a Sjogren’s patient and life coach, she combines modern medicine with lifestyle and mindset practices to help patients harness their body's ability to heal.
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AMBER PATTERSON, MD
Dr. Amber Patterson is a world-renowned allergy and immunology expert pioneering the future of immunotherapy. As the U.S. ambassador for ILIT™ (a 3-injection allergy shot protocol), she is redefining allergy care through her practice, Auni Allergy®, and the groundbreaking Auni ILIT Learning Network.
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MEAGAN SHEPHERD, MD
Dr. Meagan Shepherd is a board-certified allergist and immunologist with nearly 15 years of experience specializing in advanced immunotherapy. She is known for her practical, evidence-based approach and her unique focus on "allergy-conscious living"—designing homes, habits, and lifestyles that improve her patients' quality of life.
