Allergies

As I walked outside the other day, environmental allergens were floating around. Sometimes they will be inhaled through my nose, sometimes they will make contact with my eyes, and sometimes they will land on my hair and clothing. Then I get reactions that most people are familiar with; the itchy eyes and the runny nose. I’ve got plenty of allergies and it’s mostly to green plants. Here are some preventive measures that I found useful:

• Close all windows
• Use air conditioning on recirculate
• Change and wash clothing frequently
• Shower at night
• Stay indoors for early mornings and late afternoons

For symptom relief, you can try using drugs, but I never use them. It’s best to consult your physician before trying them. The most common are antihistamines, such as Claritin and Benadryl. It will reduce itchiness and irritation.

Sources:
Allergy Relief 101
Plagued by Pollen?
Do OTC Allergy Remedies Really Help?