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Tree pollen is a frequent cause of allergy symptoms. Common tree pollen allergy symptoms can include: Sneezing; Stuffy nose (nasal congestion); Runny nose; Scratchy throat; Irritated eyes; Coughing; Wheezing. Read More

There are hundreds of trees that release pollen that can trigger your allergic reactions. Some of these include: Box Elder; Elm; Oak; Cedar; Hickory; Olive; Cottonwood; Maple; Pecan; Cypress; Mulberry; Walnut. Read More

Pollen is a very fine powder produced by trees and other plants to help grow and reproduce themselves. Because of its microscopic size, it travels easily through the air. Everyone breathes in tree pollen, but not everyone reacts to it. If you have a pollen allergy and go outside on a day when the pollen […] Read More

Grass pollen is a frequent cause of allergy symptoms. Common grass allergy symptoms can include: Sneezing; Stuffy nose (nasal congestion); Runny nose; Scratchy throat; Irritated eyes; Coughing; Wheezing.    If you’re severely allergic to grass, you could even experience anaphylaxis. Other Cross-Reactive Symptoms: If you have a grass pollen allergy and have had an itchy mouth […] Read More

There are thousands of grass types that can trigger your allergic reactions, which include: Bermuda; Johnson; Kentucky; Orchard; Redtop; Rye; Sweet vernal; Timothy. Read More

If breathing in fresh spring air makes you sneeze, or sitting on a grassy hill gives you a rash, you may have a grass pollen allergy. Grass pollen is microscopic and travels easily through the air. Everyone breathes in grass pollen, but not everyone reacts to it. If you have a grass allergy and go […] Read More

Sometimes rhinitis can be more than just the “sniffles.” In fact, it’s been shown that uncontrolled allergic rhinitis can lead to: Increased risk of developing asthma; Poorer asthma control in people with asthma (wheezing, breathlessness, nighttime awakenings, limiting daily activities); Reduced physical, mental and emotional well-being; Reduced sleep quality (waking up at night); Being constantly […] Read More

The common cold has similar symptoms to seasonal allergies. However, a reaction to cold is caused by a virus, while a reaction to an allergen is the result of the immune system responding to a substance it has deemed as a threat. How to Tell Your Seasonal Allergies From a Cold? Colds can produce a […] Read More

Testing is the first step to managing your seasonal allergy symptoms. Once you know what’s causing your symptoms, you can work with your healthcare provider to determine the best way to avoid your triggers. Managing your symptoms may involve a combination of lifestyle changes, medications, and/or immunotherapy. Once you identify your triggers, you can minimize […] Read More

Allergy season depends on where you live and what you’re allergic to. Explore the seasons below to learn more about when certain allergy triggers can appear. Spring allergies In some parts of the United States, spring allergy season can start as early as February and last through the summer. It all depends on your geographic […] Read More