If you feel like this spring is the worst allergy season in a long time, you aren't alone — or imagining it. Doctors around the country are reporting seeing more severe seasonal allergies and for much longer this year compared to previous seasons.
"All over the country pollen levels were higher much this year," says Dr. Purvi Parikh, an allergist and immunologist. For many, that pollen triggers sneezing, congestion, coughing, runny nose and itching — also known as seasonal allergy symptoms.
While it's tempting to let the spring breeze flow inside, allergy-sufferers need to be careful, experts warn.
"Tree pollen is a fine powdery substance, so it's really easy for the wind to carry it for miles," says Dr. Shradha Agarwal, an allergist-immunologist. Keeping doors and windows shut can help keep pollen out of the home, so it doesn't stick to surfaces or fabrics and trigger symptoms indoors.
If your home is getting hot, the experts recommend cranking up the air conditioner instead of opening windows, especially if the pollen count is high.
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