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Deep Breaths: Updates from CHESTAdvancing Care for Refractory Chronic Cough: Diagnostics and Emerging Therapies
Host: Michael Ghobrial, MD
Guest: Anju T Peters, MD, MSCI, FAAAAI
Guest: Michael S. Blaiss, MD , FACAAI, FAAAAI
Refractory chronic cough (RCC) is a debilitating condition that is often misunderstood and underdiagnosed, leaving patients with persistent symptoms despite standard treatment. Hear from Drs. Michael Ghobrial, Anju Peters, and Michael Blaiss as they clarify the definition of RCC, outline essential diagnostic steps, and review current and emerging management strategies. Dr. Ghobrial is the Director of the Chronic Cough Clinic at Cleveland Clinic; Dr. Peters is a Professor of Medicine and Associate Chief of Clinical Research and Practice...
2025-09-1511 minDeep Breaths: Updates from CHESTManaging Refractory Chronic Cough: Strategies for Accurate Diagnosis and Effective Care
Host: Michael Ghobrial, MD
Guest: Anju T Peters, MD, MSCI, FAAAAI
Guest: Michael Blaiss, MD
Refractory chronic cough can persist for years despite guideline-based therapy, significantly affecting patients’ physical, social, and psychological wellbeing. Leading experts Drs. Michael Ghobrial, Anju Peters, and Michael Blaiss explain how to distinguish RCC from other types of chronic cough, outline effective diagnostic strategies, and explore emerging treatment options. Dr. Ghobrial is the Director of the Chronic Cough Clinic at Cleveland Clinic; Dr. Peters is a Professor of Medicine and the Associate Chief of Clinical Research and Practice Innovation in the Division of...
2025-09-1515 min
AllergyTalkUnderstanding the FDA Warning on Cetirizine/LevocetirizineSpecial Episode
On May 16, 2025, the FDA issued an alert regarding a rare but serious side effect of severe pruritus after discontinuing long-term use of cetirizine and levocetirizine. In this episode, we’ll discuss the background of this important announcement and what it means for our patients!
Michael S. Blaiss, MD, Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at the Medical College of Georgia and past-president and former Executive Medical Director of the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology. He has been a consultant for multiple companies manufacturing second generation antihistamines. Dr. Blaiss was joined by host Dr. Ge...
2025-06-0927 min
Decera Clinical Education Medical Specialties PodcastConversations in Chronic Cough: An Allergist’s PerspectiveListen as Michael S. Blaiss, MD provides case-based perspectives on chronic cough recognition, burden, management, and pathophysiology and describes the evolving treatment landscape for refractory chronic cough.PresenterMichael S. Blaiss, MDClinical Professor of PediatricsDivision of Allergy-ImmunologyMedical College of Georgia at Augusta UniversityAugusta, GeorgiaLink to full program: https://bit.ly/4kweynG Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
2025-05-2816 min
The Itch: Allergies, Asthma, Eczema & Immunology#109 - Tezepelumab & Nasal Polyps: Inside the WAYPOINT Phase III TrialHave you wondered why having more drug options matters for chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps?
In the inaugural episode of our new series, The Itch Review, co-hosts Kortney and Dr. Payel Gupta, along with special guest Dr. Michael Blaiss, unpack the journal article "Tezepelumab in Adults with Severe Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps," published in the New England Journal of Medicine on March 1, 2025.
This article is about the Phase III WAYPOINT trial of tezepelumab. Already approved for severe asthma, this once-monthly biologic is now showing promise in chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP). Over 52 weeks, 408...
2025-04-2427 minThe Itch: Allergies, Asthma, Eczema & Immunology#109 - Tezepelumab & Nasal Polyps: Inside the WAYPOINT Phase III TrialHave you wondered why having more drug options matters for chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps?
In the inaugural episode of our new series, The Itch Review, co-hosts Kortney and Dr. Payel Gupta, along with special guest Dr. Michael Blaiss, unpack the journal article "Tezepelumab in Adults with Severe Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps," published in the New England Journal of Medicine on March 1, 2025.
This article is about the Phase III WAYPOINT trial of tezepelumab. Already approved for severe asthma, this once-monthly biologic is now showing promise in chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP). Over 52 weeks, 408...
2025-04-2427 min
The Itch: Allergies, Asthma, Eczema & Immunology#102 - Comorbidities of Type 2 InflammationWhy do conditions like asthma, nasal polyps, or eczema become more severe when they coexist?
Kortney and Dr. Payel Gupta are joined by Dr. Michael Blaiss to explore the common thread linking multiple allergic and inflammatory diseases: Type 2 Inflammation. If you’ve ever wondered why certain conditions often appear together, this deep dive will help you connect the dots.
Type 2 Inflammation is a hot topic in immunology because it’s the engine that drives many allergic and inflammatory diseases. It’s also the key to modern treatment strategies, including targeted biologic therapies. Dr. Blaiss explains how clinicians recogn...
2025-02-2126 minThe Itch: Allergies, Asthma, Eczema & Immunology#102 - Comorbidities of Type 2 InflammationWhy do conditions like asthma, nasal polyps, or eczema become more severe when they coexist?
Kortney and Dr. Payel Gupta are joined by Dr. Michael Blaiss to explore the common thread linking multiple allergic and inflammatory diseases: Type 2 Inflammation. If you’ve ever wondered why certain conditions often appear together, this deep dive will help you connect the dots.
Type 2 Inflammation is a hot topic in immunology because it’s the engine that drives many allergic and inflammatory diseases. It’s also the key to modern treatment strategies, including targeted biologic therapies. Dr. Blaiss explains how clinicians recogn...
2025-02-2126 min
Podcasts360Management of Patients With Asthma: Critical Observations in Pulmonary Medicine, Ep. 6In this episode, Albert Rizzo, MD, interviews Michael S. Blaiss, MD, to discuss allergic asthma and its comorbidities, including the definition, diagnosis, and management of patients with allergic asthma. They discussed the role of immunotherapy, inhaled steroids, biologics, and bronchial thermoplasty.
2022-07-0727 min
MedEdTalks - Primary CareEmerging Options for Refractory Chronic CoughThe diagnosis and management of chronic cough can be challenging, with only approximately 50% of patients receiving a diagnosis. Recent advances have been made in the understanding and management of refractory chronic cough, with several novel therapies being evaluated in ongoing clinical studies. In this podcast, Dr. Michael Blaiss and Dr. Peter Dicpinigaitis discuss emerging therapeutic options for the management of patients with refractory chronic cough.
2019-12-1007 minMedEdTalks - Primary CareChronic Cough – A Typical Patient JourneyThe diagnosis and management of chronic cough can be challenging, with only approximately 50% of patients receiving a diagnosis. Recent advances have been made in the understanding and management of refractory chronic cough, with several novel therapies being evaluated in ongoing clinical studies. In this podcast, Dr. John Russell and Dr. Michael Blaiss discuss the initial steps for the evaluation and management of patients presenting with chronic cough.
2019-12-1010 minMedEdTalks - Primary CareChronic Cough – Symptoms and BurdenThe diagnosis and management of chronic cough can be challenging, with only approximately 50% of patients receiving a diagnosis. Recent advances have been made in the understanding and management of refractory chronic cough, with several novel therapies being evaluated in ongoing clinical studies. In this podcast, Dr. Michael Blaiss and Dr. John Russell define chronic cough, discuss its symptoms, and review the associated physical and psychological burden of patients with this condition.
2019-12-1008 min
Hot Topics in AllergyAllergic Rhinitis and Sleep DisordersGuest: Michael Blaiss, MD Host: Todd Mahr, MD Dr. Mahr and Dr. Blaiss discuss a recent article published in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology focusing on allergic rhinitis and sleep disorders.
2007-05-2100 minHot Topics in AllergyAllergic Rhinitis and Sleep Disorders
Host: Todd Mahr, MD
Guest: Michael S. Blaiss, MD, FACAAI, FAAAAI
Dr. Mahr and Dr. Blaiss discuss a recent article published in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology focusing on allergic rhinitis and sleep disorders.
2007-05-2100 min