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Allergy Testing & Treatment
Trust the doctors at Acadian Allergy Center in Lafayette, LA for your allergy testing and treatment.
Residents of Southwest Louisiana are exposed to a broad spectrum of environmentally produced allergens. Pollen from trees and ragweed is often seen coating everything nearby in a yellow film. High humidity levels also produce mold-related allergens that can be troublesome. Allergies are rarely cured, but with proper diagnosis there are many medications, supplements, and treatment options available to help find relief from your symptoms.
We are a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy. We attend continuing education courses regularly to keep our allergy staff educated with new information and industry innovations to benefit our patients. Recently, allergy testing methods have improved significantly and patients have more options than ever to relieve their allergy symptoms.
The Acadian Allergy Center is proud to offer comprehensive testing for an extensive array of allergens. Through a simple and virtually pain-free blood draw, we can test for many items at a time.
We take pride in being one of the few state-licensed labs accredited by both COLA and CLIA in our region. This accreditation not only sets us apart but also enables us to provide you with rapid and precise results right during your visit, eliminating the need for unnecessary waiting periods.
Lauren Louviere
Director of Allergy
Meet Lauren!
Lauren has worked in the allergy department since 2012 and serves as the Director of Allergy. She oversees the daily operations of our allergy clinics, including management of our allergy lab. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration and is both a Registered Medical Assistant as well as a Licensed Laboratory Assistant. She participates in ongoing training and education through COLA to ensure high standards of quality and compliance for our lab. She is an active member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology and attends annual meetings to stay current with the best practices and advancements in the field. Lauren is passionate about supporting our patients, providers and staff while helping create a smooth, welcoming experience throughout the clinic.
Outside of work she serves on the board of a local Mardi Gras Krewe and has a deep love for Louisiana traditions. She enjoys spending time with her husband, Jeremy, and her son, Logan, and loves staying involved in her community of Broussard. When she is not at work, you’ll likely find her at a local sporting event with her family, participating in Mardi Grad activities, or enjoying time at home with her three corgis!
Carlyn Keys
Allergy Coordinator
Meet Carlyn!
Carlyn is a Registered Medical Assistant who serves as the Allergy Coordinator and has worked for our company since 2022. With experience in patient care, she works closely with patients undergoing allergy testing and immunotherapy, providing education, support, and compassionate care throughout treatment. Carlyn is known for her calm demeanor, attention to detail, and strong commitment to patient-centered care. A Texas native, outside of work, Carlyn enjoys spending time with her family; Mecia, their two boys, and their two fur babies, Lola and Gator.
Nina Wright
Allergy Technician
Meet Nina!
Nina has been a dedicated employee of Acadian Allergy since 2021. She is known for her bubby personality and her compassion and commitment to building meaningful relationships with her patients. Nina works in all areas of the allergy clinic, including the allergy lab and is a Licensed Laboratory Assistant. She is happily married to her husband, Mike, and is a proud mom to her beautiful daughter, Mila, along with their sweet pup Minkah. Outside of work, Nina enjoys traveling the world, experiencing new cultures and foods, and spending quality time with family and friends.
Whittney Jones
Allergy Technician
Meet Whittney!
Whittney is a dedicated employee that has worked at Acadian Allergy Center since 2020. Whittney works in all areas of the allergy clinic, including the allergy lab and is a Licensed Laboratory Assistant. She has a genuine passion for patient care and truly enjoys talking with the patients, many who have become like family to her. Outside of work she is the proud mother of three beautiful children and loves spending quality time with her family. You can often find her cheering her kids on at their sporting events and enjoying spending their days at the ballpark.
Candice Resweber
Allergy Technician
Meet Candice!
Candice has been part of Acadian Allergy Center since 2019. Candice works in all areas of the allergy clinic, including the allergy lab and is a Licensed Laboratory Assistant as well as mixes patient’s allergy vials. She takes pride in providing attentive, compassionate care to ensure a smooth experience for her patients. Outside of work, she is a proud parent of three beautiful children. She enjoys spending time with her family and doing crafts in her spare time.
Tristen Prados
Allergy Technician
Meet Tristen!
Tristen has been an employee of the allergy department since 2024. Tristen enjoys the care she gives her patients and build meaningful relationships with them. When she is not at work, she enjoys spending time with her husband Trent and her fur baby. You can also find her shopping and hunting trophy alligators!
Sarah DeClouet
Allergy Technician
Meet Sarah!
Sarah was born and raised in Lafayette and has lived here all her life. She is a graduate of Lafayette High School and the University of Louisiana with a degree in Marketing/Fashion Merchandizing. She is the proud mother of two sons and grandmother to three boys and one girl. She began her career with Acadian ENT in the Allergy Department in May 2004. In 2018, she decided to slow down a bit and now works part-time, with her main duty being mixing the allergy vials. She continues to enjoy her job and visiting with our patients that have become like family. When she is not at work she enjoys traveling, gardening and spending time with her family.
Immunotherapy
More than 50 million residents of the United States suffer from allergies today, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Allergies rank sixth as a cause of chronic illness in this country, costing $18 billion annually. Immunotherapy is a process designed to pinpoint the source of allergies and alter the way the immune system responds to allergens, creating long-lasting relief from symptoms.
One of the primary ways to administer immunotherapy are through shots. Injections are used to expose the immune system to the reaction-causing substances in increasing amounts over time. This process increases the body’s tolerance to the allergen, significantly reducing symptoms like sneezing, wheezing, and itchy eyes. While immunotherapy typically takes years to complete, the positive benefits are long-lasting and can be permanent in some patients.
Our office has a quick process for getting our patients started with their allergy treatment and on the way to feeling better. Our patients check in using a kiosk system that escalates their appointments and allows most patients to be in and out. Allergy shots are a great option and normally the results are long-lasting.
If allergy shots are not right for you, we do offer other forms of immunotherapy such as sublingual drop. Our staff will sit down with you and go over all your options to find out what is best for you!
What is Sublingual Immunotherapy?
Sublingual immunotherapy or SLIT is a form of immunotherapy that involves placing drops of the allergen extracts under the tongue. This form of immunotherapy has been used for years in Europe and has recently increased use in the United States. A growing body of research supports both the efficacy and the safety of this treatment. This treatment is available at Acadian Allergy Center, offering our patients a convenient way to address their allergies when frequent shots are not a viable option.
At the beginning of the treatment, patients may continue to take allergy medication to control their symptoms as the benefits will not be seen immediately. However, most patients experience noticeable improvement within the first three to four months. Patients typically find they no longer require antihistamines to control their symptoms over time, as the drops build up sufficient immunity to keep symptoms at bay.
Cross Reactive Foods & Food Awareness
Please watch these foods the day before, day of and day after your allergy injection.
Certain foods have been reported as presenting problems during pollen season. Therefore, it may be advisable to rotate or eliminate the proven cross-reactive food from your diet during that specific time of the year. When the season is over, the foods may be introduced into the diet. Problems can occur shortly after exposure to the inhalant or up to several days later, thus making it difficult to track down the food culprit.
Remember, you are not allergic to these foods but consuming them can raise your overall allergy load and make you feel symptomatic. Many patients find that by simply watching these foods during their season, they feel better and are less reactive to their shots.
Louisiana Pollenating Season:
Trees: Late December – May
Grasses: May – September
Weeds: Late July – Winter Freeze
Dust Mites, Mold Spores, Animal Dander & Foods are Year Round Allergens: This means these allergens have no particular season. They remain all year long.
Dust and Dust Mites: Year Round Allergen
- Oysters, crab, scallops, lobster, shrimp, crawfish, pecans, peanuts, almonds, macadamia, cashews and many other tree nuts
Pecan Tree: December – May
- Corn, banana, wheat & wheat products
Cedar Tree: December – May
- Beef, baker’s & brewer’s yeast
Elm Tree: December – May
- Milk, milk products, cooking mint
Oak Tree: December – May
- Eggs, egg products, apples, chestnut
Cottonwood Tree: December – May
- Lettuce
Timothy, Bahia, Bermuda, Johnson Grass: May – September
- Grains: such as bread, oatmeal & rice.
- Apple, carrot, celery, cucumber, peas, beans, tomato, peanut, wheat, rye and soy.
- Cottonseed: such as salad oils, some mayonnaise, also used in stores on fruit to keep them shiny, also found in commercial frying and baking items such as cakes, breads, fish, popcorn, potato chips and doughnuts.
Giant Ragweed: July – First Winter Freeze
- Milk, cooking mint, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, watermelon, cucumber, banana, and lettuce
Short Ragweed: July – First Winter Freeze
- Wheat, wheat products, watermelon, cantaloupe, and banana
Rough Marsh Elder: July – First Winter Freeze
- Wheat, wheat products
Lamb’s Quarter: July – First Winter Freeze
- Corn, corn products and banana
Mold:
- When mold spores are elevated, which is year-round in our state, watch the amount of moldy type foods you consume in your diet.
Food & Beverages That May Cause Symptoms in Mold Allergic Patients:
- Alcoholic beverages, especially beer & wine
- Beets
- Buttermilk
- Breads
- Ketchup
- Cheese, especially aged, blue or cottage cheese
- Ciders
- Corned Beef
- Dried Fruits
- Canned Juices
- Mayonnaise & sour cream
- Mushrooms, olives, pickles
- Pizza – most allergenic cross-reactive food for mold allergies
- Relishes, Salad Dressings, Sauerkraut
- Tomatoes, especially canned
- Vinegar and foods containing vinegar
Suggestions:
Eat only freshly opened canned foods, meats, fresh or frozen vegetables. Buy fresh meat and freeze as soon as it is brought home. Avoid leftovers unless you freeze them. You can get the local pollen count for the day by visiting our website – acadianent.com or by going to pollen.com.
What to Expect on Your First Visit
Our resource center provides support to our patients and offers helpful information to make your experience as pleasant as possible. We have a number of patient information forms available for download, as well as pre- and post-operative surgery instructions, insurance providers and a list of frequently asked questions. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Give us a call and we’ll help you out.
TESTIMONIALS
Every time I have an appointment here, they are Friendly, Professional, and go beyond trying to make you feel comfortable. But best of all they are absolutely the BEST!!!
The office facility is always bright and comfortable. The nurses, staff, practitioners, and doctors are very knowledgeable and courteous when explaining my health issues and insurance coverages. Great office of professionals.
I get my allergy shots done here. Everyone is very professional and friendly. They get you in and out quickly and are great if you have any questions about your treatment! I can’t recommend them enough.
Recently I had to visit an ENT for the very first time. I had no idea what to expect and very little understanding of what my issues were. Everyone at Acadian ENT were absolutely a delight to work with. They were caring, professional and pleasant from the moment we walked in the door. Each person that we interacted with explained my symptoms & treatment thoroughly and with a smile. I can’t recommend this place enough. 10 stars!
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