Allergy Shots. Need them bad, though I have heard of some serious side affects.?!

Allergy Shots. Need them bad, though I have heard of some serious side affects.?

Hi, I was wondering if I should take allergy shots or not. I need them really bad. I'm always having a stuffy nose, sneezing, etc. Even now while typing. I also need these shots to clear up my nose so I can get a Adenoids (Enlarged) surgery. Anyway I wanted to know if it was worth it, regarding the side effects that they have. I am right now 13 so I don't want to screw up my life. Thanks for the suggestions in advance.
-Joe

Allergy shots are generally only done if avoidance and medications do not control the symptoms. Find a good doctor and work with him/her.

There are risks to allergy shots but they will not screw up your life. There is always the risk of a serious reaction to an injection but the doctor will make you wait for 20-30 minutes after just in case. Allergies shots do not work for everyone. You have to be committed because it will require you to go to the doctor once or twice a week for months and continue the shots for even years.