Pollen allergy: Pollen count, symptoms, treatment

 

What is Pollen allergy ?

Pollen allergy which is also known as hay fever some people also called it as  seasonal allergic rhinitis.

Some trees, grasses, flowers shed their pollen in the air which floats around us. When this pollen invades our body , our immune system produce a protective response through allergic reactions. This is usually referred as pollen allergy.

                Pollens are very small in size. When it enters our body while breathing , our body identifies it as a foreign intruder. Body start producing chemicals to fight against the foreign particles. This is known as allergic reaction. It produces many symptoms.

Pollen count:

             Pollen count defined as the number of Pollens present in the air of cubic metre. It helps in estimating pollen quantity in the air. 

               It helps people with pollen allergies, they can stay alert in that particular area before exposure to the the pollen.

Allergy caused by Ragweeds pollen:

            Ragweed pollens are very common ,they produces allergic reactions . In the season of ragweeds it becomes difficult for people having pollen allergy. It also boost asthmatic patients. It's better not to go out during the season of ragweeds without wearing mask. 

  Symptoms of Pollen allergy :

•     Runny nose

•     Sneezing     

•       Itchy eyes

•     Watery eyes

•    scratchy throat

• cough

• bluish-colored skin beneath the swollen eyes

• sense of taste or smell may decrease

• asthmatic reactions increases

• sinus pressure, may lead to facial pain

             Country like USA , pollen allergy is very common as pollen counts in the air is high.Nearly 8 percent of adults in the United States experience hay fever, as per the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (AAAAI).

Pollen allergy treatment:

           Precaution measures are very useful to treat Pollen allergy. It is better to avoid exposure to pollen rich area. In that case Pollen count of this area can help you to prevent Pollen allergy.

         During pollenrich season avoid going outside. People having Pollen allergies should I avoid gardening. walking through flower garden. Also during dry and windy season close doors and windows to prevent exposure to Pollen.

Medication for pollen allergy:

           If symptoms do not get ease in that case medication can help in reducing the symptoms.

          Antihistamines like Cetirizine are taken to minimise the symptom.

         If it is not helping then it is better to visit doctor for treatment. They may suggest allergy shots which helps treating Pollen allergy.

 

       People having asthma should take care of themselves to avoid exposure to pollen. Pollen can cause asthmatic flares.

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