Friday, September 16, 2016

By Adam G. Trettin


Although spring is one of the most beautiful seasons of the year, for some people, it is also one of the most frustrating. The blooming of all the flowers leads to running noses, teary eyes and sore throats, which are all symptoms of Atlanta allergy. Since it is not possible to hide in bed till the season ends, there are some ways to make the symptoms less severe.

If you start to notice that certain things irritate your body, you should take note of them. If it is something you inhale, it might give you a stuffy nose or irritate the throat. However, when it is something you eat, the results can range from stomach upsets to swelling on your body. Once correctly identify what triggers the reaction, you will be able to take steps to avoid them.

You might have a clean and tidy house, but still have dust mites. These animals live in warm humid places and generally, come out at night. On inhaling them, you might get a runny nose, itchy eyes, or a sore throat. Because they live in the mattress, pillow and upholstered furniture, they are hard to track and people rarely even see them.

Mold is also one of the triggers. This plant tends to grow in damp and dark places. Ensuring you regularly air the house will help to keep it dry. You should use the air conditioning when you are in the house or the car, to make sure there is continuous circulation of air. You can also use a dehumidifier.

When plants start to flower they fill the air with pollen. Inhaling these particles, for some people, causes flu like symptoms. Sometimes, you will find that you cannot avoid going outside, and you will therefore, need to be properly dressed and covered, to prevent coming into contact with the grains. These particles also stick to clothes, so it is advisable not to air your clothes outside.

Fur from animals is also something which can act as a trigger. You will be required to make sure your pets are cleaned and brushed regularly, to remove excess fur. It would be wise not to allow them into your bedroom or onto the carpet, because you will end up inhaling the fur left behind.

Most medical practitioners will advise you to stay away from things that trigger allergic reactions. This is important because some of the symptoms can be severe, like asphyxiation. For people who cannot avoid the allergens, there are medicines that can help to relieve the symptoms.




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