Tree, grass and plant pollen can trigger allergic reactions. Hay fever is a common allergy triggered by weeds, particularly ragweed. Ragweed is a primary carrier of the allergen pollen. Pollen is an environmental airborne pollutant that causes upper respiratory health problems, including the most chronic childhood disorder, asthma, an inflammatory lung disease.
Allergy Seasons
Some allergies are seasonal, occurring during the pollination season of particular grasses or trees, in fall, spring or summer. In the spring, maple, oak and elm trees pollinate. During summer months, timothy, orchard and Bermuda grasses pollinate.
An allergy to grass is often tied in with hay fever. Symptoms and causes are alike. Among symptoms is inflammation of the sinus cavity or nose, called “rhinitis”. This inflammation results in an allergic reaction in the nose. Symptoms include runny nose, sneezing, and watery, itchy eyes. Some may experience a tickle at the roof of the mouth or at the back of the throat.
Pollen allergy is also referred to as “seasonal allergic rhinitis” or “hay fever” because the pollen count and allergic reaction is highest during hay season. Typically starting in March, high pollen counts signal the start of allergy season. This allergic reaction to pollen makes your nose run during certain seasons.
Allergy symptoms in general typically include severely itchy, watery eyes, sneezing, coughing and symptoms that appear to be a cold or flu. A physician can conduct an allergy test to determine the source of an allergic reaction.
Prepare, Prevent and Remedy Allergies
Progressively building tolerance to airborne allergens such as pollen can help weather allergies through the summer’s high pollen count. Additionally, different strategies can be used to manage allergies.
Finding Eyes and Nose Relief
- Eye drops. Over the counter or prescription anti-inflammatory eye drops can relieve eye irritations.
- Nasal sprays. Used prior to and during allergy season, nasal sprays may prevent hay fever symptoms from escalating during summer season.
- Itchy eyes may warrant hay fever intervention by a physician for more than over the counter medication.
10 Indoor Tips to Combat Allergies
2 Outdoor Tips for Fighting Allergies
- 1. Use a mask, regardless of allergies, when performing yard work, such as mowing or raking to prevent inhaling grass pollen, dirt and dust.
- 2. Avoid wearing contact lenses and opt instead for glasses, which allow more oxygen to reach the eyes.
8 Organic Tips to Remedy Allergies
- 1. Use licorice, which has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties that can significantly reduce allergic symptoms such as swelling.
- 2. Inhale eucalyptus oil in steam to reduce chest and nasal congestion.
- 3. Use nettle tablets or tea for hay fever to combat eye irritation and sinus blockage.
- 4. Drink chamomile tea which has antihistamine and anti-inflammatory properties.
- 5. Use ginger which has anti-microbial properties and promotes platelet production to combat allergens.
- 6. Reduce dairy intake may help hay fever sufferers keep mucus at bay in the sinus cavities
- 7. Increase honey consumption may build up pollen tolerance.
- 8. Consume vitamin C to boost immunity and lowers allergic reactions. Consume citrus fruits, such as lemons, grapes, and plums, and other vitamin C sources.
Pollen is a significant source of allergies. Allergy sufferers can use this wide range of prevention and intervention strategies to successfully manage allergic reactions throughout the seasons.
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