Most people think of springtime pollen, flowers and buzzing insects when they consider seasonal allergies. But allergies are a year-round phenomenon, with fall being especially taxing, That’s because fall allergy triggers are different, but they can cause just as many symptoms as in spring and summer. When the weather cools and leaves begin to change, allergy symptoms can still affect those who are sensitive to their environment. Common fall allergens Flowers and fruits aren’t the only pl [Read More]
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Dealing with Allergy Symptoms
Allergies – they are a nuisance to all who suffer from them. Researchers of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America estimate that 50 million people in the United States suffer from allergies. That means that about one out of every five Americans suffer from some form of allergies, whether seasonal, induced by exposure to allergens, or a pre-existing condition such as asthma. While millions of people suffer from seasonal allergies, the number of people who fall victim to some form of a [Read More]
Allergies and Asthma, A Scary Combination
It’s the fall season again. This is the time for falling leaves, those cold rainy days, and digging out last year’s coats and hats. Along with these seasonal things comes the increased potential for allergies to trigger an asthma attack. About 25 million Americans suffer with some sort of asthma. The most common type of asthma is allergic asthma (about 60% of all asthmatics), which means the fall season can be a scary time for many allergy and asthma sufferers. You would be wise to be on guard, [Read More]
Changing Seasons and Allergic Asthma
While many people love the changing of the seasons, it can be a particularly difficult time of year for those that deal with asthma. Having allergic asthma means that allergens in the air can trigger an immune system response, often culminating in asthma symptoms such as difficulty breathing. If you have allergic asthma, the changing seasons may often trigger your asthma symptoms. Allergies can also be a problem when weather changes for many people, especially changes into spring and fall. [Read More]
