Sometimes, it can
be difficult to tell whether or not allergic symptoms are due to the common
cold or allergy triggers like pet dander and pollen. The first step to finding
out if you have any allergies is getting an allergy test. Find out more about
dealing with allergies with these tips.
If you have a child
with allergies, look around his or her room. Are there an abundance of stuffed
animals? These seemingly harmless snuggle toys are a safe harbor for dust mites
and other allergens. If your child must sleep with one, try taking it away
after he or she falls asleep.
If you would like
to own a pet, even though you suffer from allergies, choose one that has short
hair. You can find a dog or cat that doesn't shed all over the place to reduce
the chances of you having a bad allergic reaction. Additionally, do not have
your pets sleep on your bed if you want to keep your allergies under control.
For those who love
the idea of toiling in their own vegetable garden, allergies caused by mold and
pollen can seem especially oppressive. Fortunately, this does not mean would-be
gardeners have to give up their hobby altogether. Instead, they must outwit
outdoor allergens. The ideal time to garden is immediately after a storm when
rainwater flushes away clouds of pollen, spores and other allergens.
Alternately, one could use a garden hose to spray the area in which they plan
to work.
If you rely heavily
on nasal decongestants to treat the symptoms of allergic rhinitis, you may be
at risk for experiencing a rebound effect. When this happens, you may
experience additional swelling and irritation. If you become hooked on these
drugs, you should make an effort avoid using them for a period of 72 hours at a
time. During this time, switch to an antihistamine to reduce swelling caused by
withdrawal.
If allergies are
causing your nose to drip constantly, you might experience chafing, redness andsoreness around your nostrils. Using paper tissues to stop drips can make this
condition even worse. Instead, discretely dab at your nose with a cotton cloth
or handkerchief or apply Vaseline to your nostrils to protect your skin.
If your child
frequently complains of symptoms like a stuffy nose, or frequent sneezing,
allergies may be to blame. Over time, these problems can make it difficult for
your child to perform well in class, or reach their full potential. In these
cases, allergy therapy may produce a marked difference in the way your child
feels, and behaves.
Protect your hair.
If you have mid-length to long hair, you probably already know that spending
time outdoors means coming back with pollen in your hair. Mold, spores and
other allergens become trapped in your hair and may then come into contact with
your pillow at night. If possible, tuck all of your hair into a hat whenever
you go outside for longer than 10 or 15 minutes.
If you feel as
though you are having issues with dust and dust mites in your mattress, there
are mattress sealers available to you. You can put your whole mattress in the
plastic. With your sheets, you should never notice the difference of the
plastic sheet being there at all.
Many doctors are
more than willing to write prescriptions for the latest and greatest allergy
medications, but some are utterly clueless about the high price tag. If you are
having a hard time paying for these medications, ask for samples or contact the
drug manufacturer to inquire about patient assistance programs.
Consider removing
carpeting from your home, and going with wood or laminate flooring. Carpet
allows dust mites to build up, and this can irritate allergies. If possible,
remove the carpeting from your home, and replace it with laminate or wood
flooring. Thiss prevents extra build of of allergens in your home.
As said in the
beginning of the article, it's easier to deal with your allergic symptoms if
you know what causes them. Avoiding your triggers as much as possible can
reduce the itchy throat and runny nose that commonly come from these triggers.
Remember the tips in this article to deal with allergies effectively.
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