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Think Healthy | October - November 2009
What’s Causing Your Fall Allergies?
The aggravation of allergies isn’t limited to the spring. Tiny particles lurking both indoors and outdoors in the fall can trigger symptoms.
If you have sneezing, a runny nose, and watery eyes while in your house, you might be allergic to dust mites, animal dander, or molds.
Try the following tips to ease symptoms:
- Wash bedding in hot water.
- Dust and vacuum regularly.
If you have itchy eyes or ears, a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, a scratchy throat during or after being outdoors, or more serious symptoms, such as chronic sinusitis or asthma, you might be allergic to ragweed, which releases pollen between August and November. Ease outdoor symptoms with these tips:
- Keep house and car windows closed.
- Ask your doctor about allergy medications.