Allergy Alert Many people suffer from allergic rhinitis, and pollen is a big contributor. Different plant species produce different pollens, and those different pollens are composed of different buffets of proteins. Some of those proteins cause allergy sufferers' immune systems to go into overdrive...
Allergy shots (subcutaneous immunotherapy, SCIT):The treatment, which can take several years, builds up immunity to your offending allergens (pollens, dust mite, pets and mold). It works by injecting small amounts of the allergen in gradually increasing amounts over time. As the shots help th...
Let's say you have itchy, watery eyes every spring, and testing has confirmed what you've long suspected: You have a pollen allergy. Coming up with a treatment plan may seem daunting at first, since pollen is everywhere. That said, it is possible to minimize symptoms of just about any ...
Allergy symptoms are the result of a lot of different reactions in your body – caused by your immune system responding to a substance it wrongly deems dangerous, such as pollen or pet dander1. Depending on what you are allergic to, you may experience seasonal allergy symptoms, or you may ...
Housework and yard work stir up a lot of allergy triggers, from dust and pet dander to pollen and leaf mold. Keep problems away with an inexpensive safety mask. Use gloves when you work outside, or indoors when you handle household cleaners. ...
Allergy Cough Relief When you breathe in allergens such as dust mites, pet dander, and pollen, you might have allergy cough and other symptoms, including stuffy and itchy nose, sneezing, sore throat, and wheezing. You can manage allergy cough with: Antihistamines. These medicines block histamine...
Tree pollenis the first pollen to appear each year in the U.S. Trees produce the most pollen from February through April. And in some regions, such as the South, trees may produce pollen as early as December or January.3 Grass pollencauses most late spring and summer pollen allergy sympto...
Along with starting to take your allergy medications early, the ACAAI recommends other ways to control your symptoms: Keep windows closed during pollen season, especially during the day, and use air conditioning whenever possible. Know which pollens you are sensitive to and then check pollen counts...
If you notice that your allergy headaches are linked to when you spend time outdoors, there are some ways to limit your exposure: Stay indoors when triggers like pollen counts are at their highest, or when it is windy. Keep windows closed, or avoid using window fans that can pull outdoor...
Allergy season is here earlier than expected. Keeping track of pollen levels and using nasal sprays and antihistamines can help people manage their symptoms. But if all those things don’t work, it’s time to get to a doctor who can test what specific type of pollen is causing the is...