This information has been reviewed and approved by Eileen Wang, MD, MPH (May 2023).
Summary: Surviving Spring Allergies
Use these tips to manage spring allergy symptoms.
Cool Wisely
- Use an air conditioner
- Do not use window or attic fans
- Avoid humidifiers and swamp coolers (possible molds)
Clean Up
- Use a saline nasal wash
- Change clothes and wash or shower away any pollen
Block Wind
Know Triggers
- Weeds - late summer
- Trees - early spring
- Grasses - late spring, early summer
- Molds - mid summer in warmer states, year round in southern/western states
Garden Carefully
- Avoid exposure to fertilizers and pesticides
- Do not mow the lawn (have someone mow it for you)
- Stay away from piles of leaves and branches (possible molds)
Count Pollens
- Keep home doors and windows and car windows closed during pollen season (especially when pollen counts are high)
- Stay inside during afternoons and evenings when pollen levels are highest
Take Medication
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