How to Control Allergy and Asthma Oshawa during the Spring Season

 We love April showers, for they bring May flowers. Unfortunately, for some, the May flowers bring allergies and sneezing. The sooner the winter thaws, the brighter and nicer weather is always welcome. Sadly, it brings along a lot of pollen, which causes allergic symptoms. Pollen from grass, tree, and weeds is light enough and often travels by wind which makes allergy and asthma Oshawa worse during this season.

What are the Symptoms of Allergies in spring?

When you have a pollen allergy, the body reacts to the pollen's presence as though it is a strange substance and attacks it. The immune system reacts by causing a

•    Runny nose

•    Stuffy nose – congestion

•    Sneezing

•    Watery eyes

•    Itching in the nose, the roof of the mouth, and the eyes

•    If you also suffer from asthma, you will have more attacks when the pollen count is high.

How to Relief Spring Allergy Symptoms

The best way to manage allergies and asthma Oshawa is by seeing a certified allergist. They diagnose the causes and help you create a plan to correct them. A treatment plan may involve

•    Getting an immune therapy treatment involving allergy tablets or shots

•    Using a nasal corticosteroid spray

•    Getting allergy medication such as antihistamines before the allergy season starts


How to safeguard yourself during spring

Always avoid outdoor activities when the pollen count is high. You can check the forecast on pollen.com or the American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology. Additionally, you should also;

•    Remove shoes before entering the house

•    Keep windows closed

•    Shower and thoroughly shampoo your hair before bed

•    Immediately change your clothes and wash them after an outdoor activity

•    Clean pets of pollen before they enter the house

•    Use a nasal rinse to remove pollen

You will no longer have to dread spring allergies with the right allergy and asthma Oshawa treatment. You will enjoy the season and the flowers without having to deal with the sneezes and asthma attacks.