Here's How to Prepare , for Allergy Season.
Nearly 20 million people in the U.S. deal with allergies when the season rolls around.
[Some people with allergies] may have already noticed allergy symptoms starting earlier, lasting longer and being more intense than even a few years ago, Kenneth Mendez, Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, via 'The New York Times.
Doctors say that while avoiding allergy season may be impossible.
these five ways can help keep your symptoms at bay.
1, Keep trying with the
allergy medications.
If patients have tried one medication and it doesn’t seem to be working for them, they should absolutely try other types to see if they’re more effective, Dr. Sandra Hong, Cleveland Clinic,
via 'The New York Times.
2, Try a neti pot to clear
out your sinuses.
It seems like a simple concept, but [a neti pot] helps flush out mucus, pollen and other allergens in your nasal cavity, Dr. Laura Chong, Oklahoma Allergy & Asthma Clinic, via 'The New York Times.
3, Be conscious of
your outdoor time.
Weather apps often provide a pollen count that can come in handy when you're attempting to mitigate your symptoms.
4, Be mindful of the pollen
you track into your home.
Keep your shoes in a particular spot and remember that "even if you’re not allergic to your pets, there is pollen on their coats.".
5, Allergy immunotherapy may
be worth investigating.
This form of therapy, while extensive, is often described by doctors as offering "amazing" results