Treatment of seasonal allergies

TREATMENT OF SEASONAL ALLERGIES

MEDICATIONS FOR SEASONAL ALLERGY
A corticosteroid nasal spray is also more effective. That spray could be prescribed instead of or in addition with antihistamines. Most of the time that type of  sprays have some adverse effects, although they can cause bleeding of the nose and sores in the nose.

Other drugs are sometimes useful Cromolyn nasal spray is available on prescription and can help relieve a runny nose. To be effective, must be used regularly. Azelastine (an antihistamine) and ipratropium, available both as prescription nasal sprays can be effective. However, these drugs can have effects similar to those of anticholinergic oral antihistamines, especially drowsiness. Montelukast, a leukotriene modifier, reduces inflammation and helps relieve runny nose. But how is best used has not been established. Omalizumab may be used when other treatments are not effective. This drug binds to immunoglobulin E (IgE), an antibody produced in large quantities during an allergic reaction. Omalizumab Both montelukast and are available with a prescription.

Regularly clean the sinuses with warm salt water (saline) solution can help loosen mucus and wash and moisturize the nasal mucosa. This technique is called sinus irrigation. When these treatments are not effective, a corticosteroid can be taken orally or by injection for a short period (usually less than 10 days). If taken by mouth or injection for a long time, steroids can have serious side effects.

Eye Symptoms: Bathe the eyes with plain eye drops (such as artificial tears) may help reduce irritation. Any substance that can cause allergic reactions should be avoided. The contact lenses should not be worn during episodes of conjunctivitis.

Allergen Immunotherapy: If other treatments are failed, allergen immunotherapy can help.
Allergen Immunotherapy). Immunotherapy is necessary in the following situations:
-when symptoms are severe, when the allergen can not be avoided if the medicines currently used for allergic rhinitis and conjunctivitis may not be symptoms, if asthma develops ,immunotherapy allergen for hay fever should be initiated after the pollen season to prepare for next season.
Immunotherapy has more adverse-effects in the pollen season started, because allergens have contributed to the immune system. Immunotherapy is most effective when continued throughout the year.

PREVENTION
When pollen counts are high, seeking shelter in a temperature controlled environment, if possible. The peak of the pollen 5:00-10: 00 daily. Try to stay indoors during these hours. If you're on your way to work when the pollen is at its worst, keep your car windows rolled up and use air conditioning. If you think this is too cool for air conditioning, remember that you can adjust the temperature of your dashboard. The air may be conditional and be warm at the same time. Wearing sunglasses may also help prevent pollen from your eyes. Listen to the radio or watch television news to learn pollen today. If it is high, delaying outdoor activities or at least put drugs against allergies with you. Some people desensitization month. You can ask your doctor if they help reduce your symptoms.



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