{"id":4208,"date":"2017-05-03T11:30:32","date_gmt":"2017-05-03T16:30:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/multi.nycnewsnetwork.com\/nyforseniors\/?p=4208"},"modified":"2017-05-01T09:03:33","modified_gmt":"2017-05-01T14:03:33","slug":"how-to-treat-seasonal-allergies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nycnewsnetwork.com\/nyforseniors\/how-to-treat-seasonal-allergies\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Treat Seasonal Allergies"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the arrival of spring, many of us are finding it hard to enjoy the warmer weather and blooming flowers because of runny noses, itchy eyes, and scratchy throats. Onset seasonal allergies are extremely common during this time of the year, with even those without diagnosed allergies suffering on the worst of days. And while there\u2019s no magical cure, there are ways to treat and control your spring allergies. \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Why Do We Get Seasonal Allergies?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allergies are caused by an overreaction of the immune system to non-dangerous substances, such as pollen, dust, and animal dander. In the spring, many people suffer from spring allergies, also known as hay fever, due to the high amounts of pollen in the air. Also called seasonal allergic rhinitis, symptoms most commonly include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sneezing<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stuffy and\/or runny nose<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Itchy and\/or watery eyes <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Itchy or irritated skin or throat<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other less common symptoms can include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Issues breathing (common in those suffering from Asthma) <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of appetite <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nausea <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequent headaches<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hives<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allergy symptoms often coincide with the weather and the pollen count. A pollen count is a daily measurement of how much pollen is in the air. The higher the pollen count, the worse symptoms tend to become. Weather websites such as <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.accuweather.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accuweather.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pollen.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pollen.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> post the daily pollen counts, specifying which pollens, such as grass, tree, or ragweed, are higher than others. Warm, breezy days have the highest pollen counts while rainy, colder days have lower counts. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>How To Control And Treat Seasonal Allergies<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seasonal allergies cannot be prevented, but symptoms can be subdued. Over-the-counter medications can be used to lessen symptoms. The most common are: <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Short-acting antihistamines<\/strong><b>,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as Benadryl, which relieve symptoms for a few hours. They cause drowsiness and should be used when home or before going to sleep. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Longer-acting antihistamines<\/strong><b>, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">such as Allegra (fexofenadine), only require one dose per day. \u00a0They cause less drowsiness and work best for mild symptoms. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Decongestants<\/strong><b>, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">such as nasal sprays, give short-term relief from nasal congestion. \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before using an over-the-counter medication, always read the directions and warnings. Consult your doctor first before starting on a medication. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To help naturally decrease symptoms, be sure to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise regularly and maintain a well-balanced diet. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleep with your head elevated on a pillow to prevent nasal congestion.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drink lots of fluids throughout the day (fluids help loosen mucus in the nose and throat).<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be aware of the daily pollen count. The highest counts are in the mornings, so going out later in the day when it\u2019s cooler will have less of an effect on your allergies. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With the arrival of spring, many of us are finding it hard to enjoy the warmer weather and blooming flowers because of runny noses, itchy eyes, and scratchy throats. Onset seasonal allergies are extremely common during this time of the year, with even those without diagnosed allergies suffering on the worst of days. 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