What allergens cause seasonal allergies?

The arrival of spring in the country brings rising temperatures, flowering plants and the return of migratory animals. However, it also often has negative consequences, This is the case allergy seasonal.

The change of seasons causes an increase in the number of people with allergies, causing them to experience itching and sneezing during these months. In Chile, about 30% of the population suffers from this condition in the spring.

In view of this, different experts in the field offer La Tercera some advice to overcome the seasonal allergies that occur in the country in spring.

In the spring, seasonal allergy season begins for thousands of people across the country. many, They often think this is just because oriental banana present on the streets of Chile, mainly in the capital. While this tree does cause allergies, it is one of several species and allergens that cause people to suffer during the season.

There are different allergens that affect people, among which It will depend on where we are geographically.. Dr. Paola Toche, an immunologist at Clínica MEDS, detailed the situation in Santiago, some of which Sensitive to certain grassesalso arrived pollen from treessuch as maple, poplar and sycamore trees, as well as weeds.

Regarding the duration of seasonal allergies, several experts told La Tercera Mainly concentrated between September and Novemberwhich It’s him peak pollen. However, Dr. Toche adds that many people begin to experience allergic rhinitis in August, especially those who are sensitive to certain grasses.

also, weed pollen May spread due to climate change, until March, April or even May.

Although it depends on the type of allergyOverall, Stella Rodríguez, otolaryngologist at Clínica Bupa, gave La Tercera some advice:

• Try to stay in the cleanest place possible.
• There is no dust on site.
• Be careful where you sleep. Avoid rugs under the bed, accumulation of items on nightstands, and animals in the area.
• Prioritize sites that can be cleaned frequently.

Benjamín Pizarro, Medical Advisor at Examedi, adds Contact should be avoided Pollen release scheduleoccurs at noon, with more sunshine and higher temperatures.

Apart from, There are over a million allergensso people can identify it in case of doubt There are tests such as serology or skin tests.

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If you’re struggling with allergens in the spring, Benjamin Pizarro notes that allergies are classified into mild, moderate and severe.first Is it allergic rhinitis?, or the eyes and nose are itchy and have mucus.In these cases, the first is Find out the cause and avoid it if possible.

Carry out symptomatic treatment, You can take antihistamines or intranasal corticosteroidsand in Oral corticosteroids for moderate casesalways in doctor’s instructionsas they may have adverse effects.

inside Serious circumstancessuch as an allergic reaction, symptoms may be increased size, rash, angioedema (swelling), which may cause difficulty breathing, and in the most severe cases, cardiopulmonary arrest.

In view of this, Pizarro pointed out You must stop being exposed to allergens and go to a health center immediately. Apply advanced support measures.

Seasonal allergies and colds have similar symptoms, which can be confusing for people who get pollen in the spring. Dr. Rodriguez offers some tips for differentiating.

“Colds are caused by viruses. Seasonal allergies, on the other hand, are immune system reactions triggered by exposure to allergens., which is common when spring arrives and trees bloom. “

• cough: This usually occurs when you have a cold, but sometimes it occurs due to allergies.
• body pain: Usually suffer from colds, but never allergies.
• Headache: Usually appears when cold, sometimes due to allergies.
• Eyes hurt: This happens occasionally when you have a cold, but it happens normally due to allergies.
• Stuffy nose and sneezing: This condition usually occurs with colds and allergies.
• fever: It may occasionally occur during a cold, but never due to allergies.
• loss of sense of smell: Rarely occurs with colds, but often occurs with allergies.