Allergy Options

Specialty | Allergies affect over 60 million people in the U.S., but only 5% rely on immunotherapy to reduce or eliminate their allergy symptoms. Allergy symptoms can manifest in a variety of ways. People who suffer from any of the following symptoms may be suffering from allergies: snoring, dry cough, clearing their throat, frequent sinus infections, sneezing, head congestion, dark circles under the eyes, or wheezing. Specializing in the treatment of these symptoms, Dr. Trotter also identifies, assesses and tests for specific allergies—both seasonal and environmental. His practice offers complete adult allergy testing and treatment services.

Why Get Allergy Tested | Seasonal allergies can be caused by small particles (pollens, molds, pet danders, etc.) that are present in the air, entering your nose as you breathe. A person who has allergies will experience inflammation of the lining of the nose and lungs in response to those “foreign” particles. In the North Texas region, the trend toward more severe allergies or first time allergy symptoms is on the rise. A new home-based Immunotherapy regimen can be a cost-effective approach to managing allergy symptoms. Home-based immunotherapy can usually improve or eliminate allergy symptoms. Keep your pets—lose your allergies!

How Does Immunotherapy Work | Allergy shots, creams or oral drops used as immunotherapy treatment is based on a century-old concept that the immune system can be desensitized to specific allergens that trigger allergy symptoms. These symptoms manifest not only as allergic rhinitis (hay fever) and asthma, but also as recurrent respiratory infections, a chronic dry cough, or snoring. While common allergy medications often control these symptoms—if you stop taking the medications, your allergy symptoms return shortly afterward. Immunotherapy treatment can potentially lead to lasting remission of allergy symptoms, and it may play a preventive role in terms of the development of asthma and new allergies.

Safe And Painless Allergy Testing | The need for allergy diagnosis and treatment is growing rapidly and outpaces the availability of allergists that can accommodate new patients. You can leave all of your worries aside as Dr. Trotter’s team of allergy technicians is ready to help you feel at ease. Allergy testing in your primary care office using the new testing protocol is convenient and is virtually painless without any needles being used. We have the ability to test for the top 70 Dallas-Fort Worth area allergens—plus you get your test results in just 20 minutes! Each patient receives a customized treatment plan and has the option for at-home immunotherapy.

Meet Dr. Brooks Trotter | Dr. Brooks Trotter completed his residency in Internal Medicine at UT-Southwestern/St. Paul in Dallas. Previously, he attended medical school at Texas Tech University. He has practiced at Grapevine Internal Medicine for over 30 years. As a board certified internist, he takes pride in caring for patients for life— from young adulthood into their senior years. Additionally, as Vice President of the Academy of Allergy and Asthma in Primary Care, he also helps other primary care physicians set up allergy testing and treatment in their offices— at no expense to the physician.

About Grapevine Internal Medicine | Dr. Brooks Trotter is one of the four physicians at the Grapevine Internal Medicine Centre—the largest and longest-running internal medicine practice in Grapevine. The practice is conveniently located next to Baylor Scott & White Medical Center. All four doctors are board certified in internal medicine and provide the highest quality, personalized care and treatment in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

You Should Know | Dr. Trotter believes in “real world medicine,” helping patients understand the lifestyle changes that can prevent disease and promote wellness, while taking a pragmatic approach to treatment. Dr. Trotter addresses the conditions themselves, prescribing the appropriate treatment plan and making recommendations to help patients manage their health while also respecting decisions they make.

Pictured | Outside of the office, Dr. Trotter enjoys ranching at his weekend home near Decatur— where he raises Texas longhorns and buffalo. He has also donated his land to several Scout Troops for weekend campouts for over 20 years.