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Dr. Theodore Chu, M.D.

Allergist and Immunologist

Dr. Theodore Chu practices Allergy and Immunology care in San Jose, CA. Dr. Chu specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of asthma and other allergic diseases. Allergist-Immunologists are trained and certified to treat each patients sensitivity and response to allergens of varying severity. Dr. Chu provides several means of testing and treatment to increase immunity to potentially harmful substances.
61 years Experience
Dr. Theodore Chu, M.D.
  • San Jose, CA
  • Yale Univ Sch of Med, New Haven Ct
  • Accepting new patients

I found that I'm allergic to cats. Is it a lifelong allergy?

If skin testing is positive for cats, allergy shots may help.

Can antibiotic treat seasonal cough?

Often seasonal cough and cold is aggravated by allergies. Is worth seeing an allergist for evaluation.

Do allergies change?

Yes, that can happen

What could be the best medicine for allergic rhinitis?

Antihistamines and nasal sprays help temporarily, but the only "permanent" cure would be skin testing and if positive, allergy shots will help for a number of years, sometimes READ MORE
Antihistamines and nasal sprays help temporarily, but the only "permanent" cure would be skin testing and if positive, allergy shots will help for a number of years, sometimes leading to permanent improvement of symptoms.