Information on Seasonal Allergies

When treating allergies, don´t use your attic fan during allergy season. The fan sucks pollen into the house, which can be harmful to those that have a pollen allergy.

Treating Allergies to Dust Mites

Dust mites like synthetic pillows as much as down or foam ones, but synthetic pillows have the major advantage of being washable in hot water which kills the dust mites, which is a good way of treating allergies in your home.

Allergies to Dust Mites

Wash your mattress pads weekly in hot water to kill dust mites for treating allergies.

Severe Allergic Reactions

Anaphylactic shock, the most severe allergic reaction, is most commonly associated with bee or fire ant stings. If welts (hives) erupt following an insect sting, this is a warning flag to seek prompt medical attention and treat your allergies quickly.

Allergies to Shampoos

Dandruff sufferers may have allergies to shampoos they are using. Even dandruff remedy shampoos often contain dyes.

Dehumidifiers and Allergies

For allergy information, use this idea: keep the humidity in your home below 45% when treating allergies. To measure the humidity level, buy an inexpensive hygrometer available at many discount stores.

Pet Dander Allergies

Pet dander allergies is a common allergen, especially allergies to cats and dogs. To ease the suffering that Fido or Fluffy may cause you, ban them from your bedroom at all times.

Treating Environmental Allergies

To treat allergies to the environment, wear a face mask when doing chores that are most likely to expose you to common allergens like vacuuming and gardening. You can buy face masks at any hardware store.

More Information About Allergies

When treating allergies to nuts, realize that artificial nuts can be peanuts that have been deflavored and reflavored with a nut, such as pecan or walnut. Mandelonas are peanuts soaked in almond flavoring.

Arachis oil is peanut oil.

It is advised that people that are allergic to peanuts avoid chocolate candies unless they are absolutely certain there is no risk of cross-contact during manufacturing procedures.

African, Chinese, Indonesian, Mexican, Thai, and Vietnamese dishes often contain peanuts, or are contaminated with peanuts during preparation of these types of meals. Additionally, foods sold in bakeries and ice cream shops are often in contact with peanuts. It is recommended that people that are allergic to peanuts avoid these types of foods and restaurants.

Also many brands of sunflower seeds are produced on equipment shared with peanuts.

Seasonal Allergies to Trees

Trees that can cause seasonal allergy symptoms include maple, ash, oak, elm, birch and cedar. When they pollinate depends on the area in which you live.

Air Conditioning and Environmental Allergies

To help alleviate problems with your pollen allergy, molds and dust mites, air condition your house and car. If possible, add an air cleaner to your central air conditioner to help alleviate your environmental allergies.

Cold Compresses for Allergy Relief

Are your allergy eyes giving you problems? For allergy relief, try a cold compress for 15-20 minutes. Wet a washcloth with cold water and place over your eyes.

Treating Allergies with Nasal Sprays

Don´t be tempted to treating allergies with an over-the-counter decongestant nasal spray for more than three days. After a few days of use, you may get a "rebound" effect, and your nose may become even more congested than before. These drugs are more useful for short-term use to relieve nasal congestion associated with a cold than as a treatment for allergies.

Common Pollen Allergies

The most common pollens causing allergies include tree pollens (April - May), grasses (June - July) and ragweed (August - October).

Drug Treatment for Allergies

The over-the-counter antihistamine diphenhydramine (Benadryl) works well for allergy treatments and has few drug interactions. Be sure to read the label for proper dosage and possible side effects.

Treating Environmental Allergies

When treating environmental allergies, allergy experts recommend you dump the carpeting and use throw rugs instead. Since most people enjoy a carpeted home, try the new allergy care carpet treatments now available.

Treating Asthma

For an asthma treatment, asthma sufferers should use the non-aspirin pain reliever acetaminophen (Tylenol) because the use of aspirin and NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs), such as Advil/Motrin (Ibuprofen) tends to worsen asthma.

Driving and Natural Antihistamines

Using natural antihistamines when treating allergies often cause drowsiness and should not be taken if driving or operating machinery.

Reducing Fall Allergies

Even though fall temperatures are mild, keep windows closed and use air conditioning to reduce allergy problems. Air conditioning filters out pollen allergies and keeps humidity low, which keeps indoor mold allergies down.

Bedding and Dust Mites Allergies

For more information about allergies, if dust mites give you trouble, seal your mattress, box springs and pillows in allergy-resistant plastic covers available at most discount stores.