ALLERGISTS OFFER TUMBLEWEED, SAGEBRUSH & RAGWEED SURVIVAL GUIDE

31 August 2015

ALLERGISTS OFFER TUMBLEWEED, SAGEBRUSH & RAGWEED SURVIVAL GUIDE

 

 Hay Fever Relief Possible with Simple Steps

 

 

 

August marks the start of misery for as many as 1 out 5 Americans who suffer from hay fever, also called seasonal allergic rhinitis. That’s because  tumbleweed, sangebrush, and ragweed, the main cause of hay fever, begins blooming around August 15 and in 1 day each plant can produce a million pollen grains that can travel for miles from its source. In Reno/Sparks, high levels of tumbleweed, sagebrush, and ragweed pollen are expected due to recent weather patterns. Check out our pollen count http://www.allergyasthmareno.com/index.php/pollen-report

 

 

 

Allergist Dr. Shapiro and Dr. Lokshin of Allergy and Asthma Associates, a member of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, offers these tips to help sufferers find relief from the sneezing, stuffy nose and watery eyes brought by this pesky weed:

 

 

 

Beat symptoms to the punch: Get a jump start on ragweed allergy symptoms by taking allergy medications in advance, beginning  in early August.

 

 

 

Beware of other allergies that increase suffering: If you’re allergic to dogs, cats or dust mites you may be even more susceptible to ragweed allergy. New research suggests these allergies “prime” the system, making hay fever suffering even worse.  The solution?  Get treated for allergies year-round, which will make hay fever easier to tolerate.

 

Avoid peak exposure time: To reduce exposure during peak pollen levels, avoid scheduling outdoor activities between 5 a.m. and 10 a.m. when ragweed pollen counts are highest.

 

 

 

Sidestep yard work: Hay fever sufferers should avoid mowing the lawn and raking leaves, two activities that stir up pollen. If you must mow or rake, or are doing other outside activities, such as gardening, wear a National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)-approved N95 respirator mask.

 

 

 

Grab some shade(s): Use style to your allergy advantage. Wear glasses or sunglasses that fit close to your face to keep pollen from irritating your eyes.

 

 

 

Steer clear of irritants: Reduce your exposure to air pollutants, such as cigarette smoke, insecticides, fertilizers, gasoline fumes, fresh paint and tar, which can worsen your symptoms.

 

 

 

Those who suspect they have hay fever or other allergies should get tested by an allergist LIKE Dr. Shapiro or Dr. Lokshin – a doctor who is an expert in diagnosing and treating allergies and asthma.

 

 

 

To learn more about allergies and asthma and take a free relief self-test visit www.AllergyAndAsthmaRelief.org.

 

 

 

 

 

Thank you,

 

 

 

Leonard Shaprio, MD

 

Boris Lokshin, MD

 

2135 Green Vista Dr. Suite 109

 

Sparks, NV 89431

 

Ph: 775-359-5010

 

 Fax: 775-359-7656

 

www.allergyasthmareno.com