Pollen Allergy and Precautions
Pollen allergy, which is most common in May, June and July, is replaced by weed pollens as of August. Chest Diseases Specialist Dr. draws attention to green grass, grass, weed and tree pollen allergies. Nur Kaşkır Öztürk emphasized that these plants are among the common allergens for allergic rhinitis, that is, hay fever and asthma.
Stating that nasal sprays are beneficial during the treatment process, Öztürk said, “The most important step in the treatment is to correctly identify the allergen and avoid these allergens. By identifying the allergen, necessary precautions can be taken and the treatment process can proceed effectively. This reduces the risk of developing complications such as sinusitis, otitis and asthma. However, simply avoiding the allergen may not be enough; Therefore, the recommended treatment methods must be fully implemented,” he said.
Tips for Managing Allergies
Stating that allergic individuals should not go out during pollen peak hours, Öztürk stated that this precaution significantly reduces the patients’ complaints.
DETECTION IN 20 MINUTES
Stating that approximately 25-30% of the world’s population is sensitive to allergens, Öztürk stated that diagnosis and treatment methods are therefore of great importance. He said that allergic causes should be investigated in patients experiencing symptoms such as cough, runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, burning sensation, postnasal drip, itching in the nasal passages, wheezing and shortness of breath, which begin in the spring and last until August.
Stating that allergy tests, which have become very practical and fast today, are used for diagnosis, Öztürk said, “Thanks to these tests, allergens that patients need to pay attention to throughout their lives can be detected in just 20 minutes.” He emphasized that thanks to this test, allergy is detected in a timely manner and it is also investigated whether the patients have asthma symptoms.
POLLEN IS INCREASING IN THE SUN
Stating that the number of pollen increases in sunny and windy weather, Öztürk said, “Pollen density is quite high, especially between the hours of 10.00 and 14.00. It would be more appropriate for patients to spend time indoors during these hours when pollen is high. It is essential to have a pollen filter in air conditioners in homes and workplaces. In addition, periodic maintenance of these filters is of vital importance. “If you are going to spend time outside, using sunglasses also stands out as an important precaution,” he said.
He added that individuals with allergic sensitivities should wash their clothes when they return home and should not go to bed without taking a shower.
IF PROBLEMS GET SERIOUS, CONSULT A PHYSICIAN
Touching on the importance of antihistamines and nasal sprays in the treatment of pollen allergy, Öztürk said, “You should try to manage the symptoms of the disease by regularly using the antihistamine medications and nasal sprays recommended by your doctor. However, it should not be forgotten that the main thing is to avoid allergens. “If your allergy symptoms become unmanageable or more serious health problems such as asthma develop, do not forget to seek help from a healthcare professional,” he concluded.
