Spring Allergies

Spring season is often welcomed with the freshness in the air, colorful blossoms covering the barren parks. It also brings with it the allergies. Allergies due to pollen, dust or molds.

You may believe pollen is the culprit. But, other substances such as mold may be involved in your allergies as well, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. The college says more than two-thirds of people with spring allergies actually have symptoms all year long.

Here are some of  the experts' tips for keeping  your sniffles and sneezes at bay during allergy season:

• Monitor pollen and mold counts. This information is often included in weather reports.
• Keep windows and doors shut at home and in your car during allergy season, and try to stay inside at midday and during the afternoon, when pollen counts are highest.
•   After spending time outdoors, take a shower, wash your hair and change your clothes. Change the bed linen every 3-4 days.

A number of over-the-counter and prescription medications can help control allergy symptoms, the allergists said in a college news release. Another option: allergy shots, which can help your body develop tolerance to allergens instead of reacting with symptoms such as sneezing, stuffy nose and itchy, watery eyes.

-- Robert Preidt

References
http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=194988

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