Asthma affects people in different ways, and for some, standard treatments like inhalers and medications may not fully control symptoms. Biologic therapy is an advanced treatment option designed for patients with moderate to severe asthma that continues to flare despite ongoing care. At Texas Regional Asthma and Allergy Center, serving Southlake, Roanoke, and Fort Worth, TX, our allergists help patients understand whether biologic therapy may be the right step toward better symptom control and improved quality of life.

Biologic treatments target specific pathways within the immune system that contribute to inflammation within the airways. This is different from traditional medications, which tend to work more broadly; the biologics focus on the underlying biology driving the asthma to reduce the frequency and severity of attacks. In patients with repeated hospitalizations, frequent use of oral steroids, or continued difficulty breathing despite daily maintenance medications, these therapies are generally indicated.

Who Benefits Most from Biologic Treatment?

Biologic therapy may be indicated for patients with specific subtypes of asthma, including eosinophilic asthma and allergic asthma. You may be a candidate if you have high eosinophil counts on your blood tests, nighttime symptoms, or shortness of breath that persists despite inhaled steroids and bronchodilators. During a consultation, the allergist will review your medical history, perform diagnostic testing, and identify which biologic might work best to meet your individual needs.

Treatment generally involves injections at periodic intervals, and results typically start to show over a period of time, within a couple of months. Most patients are able to report fewer flare-ups, reduced need for oral steroids, and increased tolerance to exercise and daily activities. At Texas Regional Asthma and Allergy Center, our staff closely monitors any improvement or increase in symptoms and offers supportive recommendations to tailor treatments to each patient’s needs.

If you’re living with asthma that feels difficult to manage, biologic therapy may offer a new path toward relief. To schedule a consultation with an allergist in Southlake, Roanoke, or Fort Worth, call Texas Regional Asthma and Allergy Center at (817) 421-0770 and learn more about advanced asthma treatment options.