Winter Allergies: 3 Things You Should Know

Allergies are a seasonal problem for many people. Unfortunately, most people think they’re a problem for one or two seasons, only appearing in the spring and summer. This isn’t true. Allergies can appear in any season, including the fall and winter.

Follow on to learn what you ought to know about them now so that you can understand the symptoms if they appear in Winter Allergies: 4 Things You Should Know!

1. Common Winter Allergies

Common winter allergens are ones found inside our homes, unlike the common spring and summer ones that come from nature. Since they’re inside our homes, they can affect us all year long, but you might struggle with them more in the winter because you’re experiencing more exposure.

The most common winter allergies are pet dander, mold, mildew, and dust. You may also experience an allergic reaction to cockroaches and rodents as they seek shelter in your home during colder months. It’s important to do your best to stay healthy through seasonal changes and into the winter to decrease the risk of a severe allergic reaction.

2. Symptoms of Winter Allergies

Many of the symptoms of winter allergies overlap with cold symptoms and symptoms of chronic conditions such as COPD.

Allergies can complicate COPD symptoms, so pay attention to all the symptoms you’re experiencing, no matter what source they’re coming from. Congestion, sneezing, coughing, sore throat, itchy eyes, and runny nose are the most common reactions to the common winter allergens.

To tell the difference between an allergic reaction and the common cold, pay attention to when and why your symptoms start and how long they last.

Colds will often affect you after interacting with a sick person and should only last for a week. Allergic reactions occur for seemingly no reason and linger for much longer.

3. Treating Winter Allergies

How you treat your winter allergies will depend on how severe your allergic response is. In some cases, doctors prescribe daily use or rescue use medications that can help alleviate allergic responses.

People with mild allergies are not often put on medications, though. They’re told to do their best to maintain and improve their health in the winter and avoid their allergens. Cleaning your home, inspecting for mold or mildew, and cleaning your pets are the best ways to avoid common winter allergens.

There’s a lot of information you should know about winter allergies, but what they are, the symptoms, and treatment options are the most important. Pay extra attention to your health this winter, especially if you start experiencing any of the symptoms we listed above, and if needed, speak with a medical professional to get help.

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Jennifer Dawson

Jennifer Dawson is an experienced freelance writer who specializes in food and nutrition. Working in fitness marketing previously gave her a good feel for the industry and since going freelance she has been able to explore her preferred topic areas such as diet types, nutrition and food. Outside of work, Jen enjoys traveling, swimming and spending time with her young family.

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