Guide to Asthma drugs specialist in Elgin, IL

Guide to Asthma drugs specialist in Elgin, IL

Do you suffer from wheezing or shortness of breath? Do you have breathing problems that are affecting your daily activities? If you live in the Vernon Hills area, visit Dr. Noga Askenazi and the staff of Advanced Allergy & Asthma Associates/Food Allergy Center of Illinois to get help for your breathing problems.

Breathing problems can stem from a number of things, from a common cold and sinusitis to allergies and asthma. For many patients, allergies and asthma occur together, which can be miserable if left untreated. Asthma is a common respiratory problem in which inflammation and airway constriction make breathing difficult. Asthma may be triggered by allergens such as pet dander, pollen, dust, or mold as well as by stress or physical activity.

For patients who are suffering from breathing problems, our caring and compassionate doctors will work with you to discover your triggers and to create a treatment plan that works. Testing may be done to determine the exact triggers. The most commonly used test is the skin prick test in which the skin is pricked and an allergen is inserted under the skin. Multiple allergens may be tested at once. Results from this test are available within 15-20 minutes. Other tests may include the scratch test or blood test if the skin prick test is negative.

Treatment to control your asthma, allergies, and breathing problems may include avoidance, oral medications, and inhaled medications. By identifying the triggers for your breathing problem, you will be better able to control it. Once the triggers are known, finding ways to avoid them is the best way to control your breathing problems. If avoidance is not possible, discuss the problem with our doctors to find a treatment plan better suited for you.

If you are in the Vernon Hills, IL area and are suffering from breathing problems, contact Dr. Noga Askenazi at Advanced Allergy & Asthma Associates/Food Allergy Center of Illinois. With offices located in Crystal Lake and Elgin, we are available to get you started on the road to better health. Call (847) 888-8802 to schedule your appointment.

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Meredith Cirrincione | Dr. Noga Askenazi

Amy Schack, a distinguished board-certified Physician Associate, brings a wealth of expertise to patient care. Specializing in allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, asthma, and rashes, Amy is renowned for her commitment to excellence and compassionate approach. With a background in immediate care and orthopedics, she holds a Master's in Physician Assistant studies from Midwestern University and a Bachelor of Science from Northern Illinois University. A member of esteemed professional associations, including the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Association of PAs in Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, Amy Schack instills confidence, ensuring you can trust her unwavering dedication to your health and well-being.


Meredith Cirrincione is a board certified Physician Assistant and specializes in treating allergies, with a focus on asthma, rashes, environmental allergies, chemical and food allergies. She holds a Masters in Physician Assistant Studies from The Chicago Medical School - Rosalind Franklin University of Health Sciences. She is a Fellow member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, the Illinois Academy of Physician Assistants, and the Association of PAs in Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. She likes to approach things holistically. She is a strong patient advocate and adored by her patients. She enjoys singing, reading, cooking, and the great outdoors.


Dr. Noga Askenazi is a nationally recognized asthma and allergy specialist who is board certified in pediatric and adult allergy. Her areas of special interest are innovative treatment of rashes, sinusitis, food allergies, asthma and immune disorders. She was past President of the ISAAI (Illinois Society of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology), works on state and national committees for advancement of the allergy field and is a consultant for Advocate, Ascension Health, Northwestern amongst other health care systems. Her joy is helping patients reach their goals after together determining best treatments. Her staff and patients are a chosen family, and she invests in their happiness. She enjoys gardening, biking and cooking to good music.