Spring allergy season has arrived with sneezes and sniffles. But allergies are more severe in some areas of the country than others.
You don't have to just put up with seasonal allergy symptoms. With a combination of medication and good habits, you can enjoy your time outdoors without the itchy eyes, congestion and fatigue that seasonal pollen can bring.
Common over-the-counter allergy medications include oral antihistamines and nasal steroid sprays, which may take days or weeks to build to their maximum effects,. So, ideally, you should start taking those medications before your allergy season arrives. In addition to medication, there are lots of little tricks to keep your allergies in check. For instance, keeping the windows closed in your home can prevent pollen from finding its way inside. And experts recommend taking a shower when you come back from being outside to remove pollen from your body and hair.
If you feel like your allergy symptoms are getting worse, it's important to check in with an allergist. They can help pinpoint exactly which types of pollen you react to and may prescribe other types of treatment. Your allergist might also, which can be an effective way to manage allergy symptoms long-term.
Finally, the AAFA recommends keeping tabs on the pollen counts in your local area so you know when to take extra precautions."But not all reports are equal," the AFFA explained. Pollen counts actually take samples from the air while pollen forecasts are just predictions based on weather and historical data, TODAY.com reported previously. Experts suggest using pollen counts from
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