By Everything Lifestyle Staff

Coughing and Sneezing

Are You Ready for Fall Allergy Season?

Oct 4, 2024 | 7:44 AM

Mold allergies pose a problem all year long. Here’s how to stay one step ahead of your allergy symptoms.

See Your Doctor

You may want to start taking your allergy medicines early, before the first signs of pollen and mold appear. This year, ask your doctor for recommendations before your eyes start to itch or your nose starts to run.

Know and Control Your Allergy Triggers

If you have allergy symptoms during winter, you are probably allergic to dust mites, pets or mold spores. If you know and control these indoor allergens, you may do better outside. For many people, indoor allergies are more of a problem when outdoor allergies begin to flare up.

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If you aren’t sure what triggers your allergies, write down your symptoms and when they occur. Then you can pinpoint the culprits and reduce your exposure.

Limit Outdoor Activities on High Pollen Count Days

If you have allergic rhinitis (often referred to as hay fever), it’s best to stay indoors as much as possible on windy days or days when pollen counts are highest. If you exercise outdoors, try to do it early or late in the day, when pollen counts are lower.

Reduce Mold Growth and Keep Your Indoor Environment Clean

Take steps to counteract the specific allergens that affect you. Here are some guidelines:

• Check cabinets for musty smells
• Repair leaky pipes
• Don’t store damp sponges and dishrags under the sink
• Wash your hair before going to bed
• Don’t share a bed with your pet
• Clean your windows
• Clean or change small-particle filters in your heating and air conditioning units
• Wash your bedding at least once a week in hot water

Do Allergies Really Change Every Seven Years?

Yes and no. Allergy symptoms often occur in cycles. Frequently, children develop allergies at a young age and show improvements as they reach adolescence. Allergy symptoms wane for many people as they age and their immune systems become less reactive to allergens.

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