With the fluctuation of seasons - especially during the transition to spring - allergies increase in individuals, as the weather changes and flowers bloom, which requires taking a set of measures and measures.

Doctor at Erzincan Governmental Hospital in Turkey, Ibrahim Topal Ali, provides through Anatolia a set of medical advice to deal with the transition period between seasons and spring allergies.

"Spring is considered one of the most beautiful seasons of the year, as temperatures moderate and nature changes," Topal said.

Spring allergy

He added, "Despite the beauty of the landscape in this season, it is considered to some of us a real sick nightmare known as spring allergy. Whoever suffers from redness and itching in the eyes and nose and sneezes in this season of the year is suffering from spring allergy."

Tobal explained that "trees and flowers produce pollen and pollen in this season, which are transmitted through the open air, and at the moment of inhaling them, the body reacts through the immune system and secretes histamine, which in turn expels it from the body, but in the meantime allergy symptoms begin."

Allergy symptoms:

  • sneezing;

  • Feeling itchy in the nose.

  • Burning eyes.

  • profuse tears

  • Dark circles under the eyes.

  • Oropharyngeal congestion.

  • Skin irritation with rash and redness.

Here are the tips that Dr. Topal Ali gave to deal with spring allergies:

  • General cleanliness by taking care of the house and ridding it of dust that carries pollen, and cleaning the pillows before bed so that these suspended grains do not infiltrate the air during sleep.

  • Wash your face and hair well after returning home.

  • Close doors and windows well, especially on windy days.

  • Avoid going out if possible, especially the elderly and children under 5 years old.

  • Wear sunglasses that protect the eyes from dust, and large hats to prevent pollen from getting stuck in them.

  • Use antihistamines and nasal rinse, after consulting your doctor.

  •  Avoid exposure to strong smells such as perfume and air fresheners.

  •  Drink enough water during the day, to relieve congestion caused by allergies in the throat.

  • Stay away from pets if possible, as pollen and pollen stick to them easily, and therefore they must be cleaned permanently, especially at this time of the year.