Sun 23 May 2010
Allergies
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Over 10 million Americans suffer from allergies to pollen alone, which equals out to approximately one in every five people. Allergy suffers have a disorder in their immune system, this is what makes the symptoms. Many people are allergic to dust, pollen , nuts, and bumble bees and they are so sensitive to these allergies that the allergy could become life threatening and turn into an anaphlyactic reaction if it doesn’t get treated immediately.
There are less allergens that are found in the air of hoter dryer climates, and in humid and cooler climates there are considerably more allergens, which is not to be confused with decongestants by anyone. Another time when there are a lot of allergens in the air is in the spring and early summer this is because plants and trees are budding helping pollen to be thrown into the air.
There are some medical treatments that could help ward off the unpleasantness of allergies such as antihistamines, decongestants, and nasal steroids. However an expert in the allergy field may insist that to treat an allergy is to stay away from it altogether. Inside of your home you should look into using an air cleaner that has a HEPA filter, unlike antihistamines. Filters that are HEPA eliminate just about all dust, and pollen out of the air. If you happen to be allergic to smoke, look into an activated carbon filter, they work awesome.
Allergies can cause many different symptoms and they do effect lifestyles, ask anybody you know with an allergy. There are some new products that are now available to help with the allergy problem. More and more people in the United States are being tested for allergies and the out come reveals that more then fifty five percent are allergic to at least one allergen, and occassionally reactions as well. If you suffer from any type of allergy you should be able to fond somebody else that has the exact some allergy.
Disclaimer: As with any kind of health-related information, you should always consult your own personal doctor or physician before following any kind of medical advice.
