Summer allergies. Types of allergies in the summer: what to watch out for

The abundance of antihistamine (antiallergic) drugs on the pharmaceutical market makes it difficult to choose them, since both topical (drops, ointments, sprays, gels) and tablet drugs are offered.

There will be no allergic manifestations in the "season" if you individually select the optimal drug, its form and mode of administration.

Topical preparations begin to act quickly, do not cause drowsiness, which is more or less characteristic of most antihistamine tablets. However, they have to be injected 2-4 times a day, which is not always possible at work or in transport. In addition, every fourth or fifth person does not tolerate even pure water injection into the nose or eyes; such people usually do not tolerate air-conditioned air either. The symptoms are the same as with rhinitis: itching in the nose, sneezing, swelling of the mucous membrane, lacrimation.

Those suffering from allergies "with experience" drops and sprays injected into the nose should prefer the use of gels that are softer on the nasal mucosa, do not cause dryness and crusting in the nose - typical complications of both rhinitis itself and some drugs against the common cold, and also do not violate the mobility of the cilia of the nasal mucosa - frequent companions of its atrophy.

If people with allergies are well aware of their usually two to three week "season" of rhinitis, then regular intake of prescribed antihistamines during this period greatly facilitates well-being. At the same time, topical preparations act more like a means of "ambulance" when, with a massive intake of pollen (freshly mowed lawn in the city, flowering glades outside the city), the dose of tablets taken may be ineffective. The additional use of topical agents in such situations will certainly be justified.

If your rhinitis requires you to instill antihistamine medicines in the nose from time to time, then the tablets may not be needed.

Tablet preparations. The set of effective and fairly safe antihistamines is quite wide. True, most of them in one way or another cause drowsiness (due to the sedative effect), which usually decreases with regular use. Antihistamines of the 1st generation have a more pronounced sedative effect: diphenhydramine, pipolfen, suprastin, tavegil, clemastine, diazolin. Significantly less sedative drugs of the 2nd generation: claritin, zirtek, astemizole, akrivastin, phencarol is close to them in terms of action. At the same time, 1st generation drugs are much cheaper.

The newest remedy - telfast - is practically devoid of sedative and other side effects. This is a clear leader among modern antihistamines (along with the more well-known zyrtek and claritin). In the UK and the US, Claritin and Telfast are on the list of drugs that pilots are allowed to use. The lack of sedation is especially important for drivers and those who work with potentially dangerous machinery.

1. With allergic rhinitis, you should not use the usual "winter" remedies for the common cold: naphthyzine, sanorin, xylo- or oxymetazolines, etc. They can be used only as a last resort, when there are no antihistamines at hand, and a stream flows from the nose.

2. When taking antihistamines, you should carefully read the instructions. Some of them cannot be combined with antifungal drugs and antibiotics.

3. Attention should also be paid to the age at which the drug can be used, this is especially important for children. So, finistil (drops) can be taken from the second month of life, claritin - from 2 years old, and zirtek - only from 6 years old (drops are instilled in children 2-6 years old).

4. Some antihistamines (especially the 1st generation) can cause dry mouth and other side effects, so you should consult a doctor for detailed advice, because individual sensitivity to antihistamines varies greatly.

5. It should be remembered that in the north and in the south, the timing of flowering plants is shifted, and when traveling to exotic places, you can sneeze, inhaling the pollen of a plant unknown to you. Therefore, on long trips, you should always have a supply of “your” drugs with you.

Perennial rhinitis

Perennial rhinitis appears as a reaction to animal hair, house dust, etc. First of all, efforts should be made to eliminate contact with allergens. It is very important to explain this to children, since they may develop rhinitis when playing with peers who have animals at home. For year-round rhinitis, congestion (especially at night) of the nose and Eustachian tubes is more characteristic. Conjunctivitis (itching and burning of the eyes, lacrimation) is much less common. In this case, among topical preparations, preference should be given to gels such as vibrocil, which relieve nasal congestion well.

Urticaria (allergic swelling)

It is characterized by local rashes on the skin, consisting of areas of clearly defined redness, swelling of the skin, and often blisters. It can occur when eating foods (eggs, nuts, seafood, fruits, chocolate), drugs (most often antibiotics), insect bites. Often, urticaria can be caused by impurities in food (penicillin in milk, preservatives and dyes, especially yellow - tartrazine, used in the food industry). For mild urticaria, oral antihistamines are usually effective. Severe and rapidly progressing symptoms are a reason to call an ambulance.

Anyone prone to hives should be especially vigilant, as they are at high risk of developing angioedema (swelling of the larynx), which also requires immediate medical attention.

With minor troubles that overshadow the joys of summer (insect bites and sunburns that are inevitable at first), an effective remedy - fenistil - a gel for external use, helps.

Due to the antihistamine and anesthetic effects, fenistil-gel especially quickly relieves itching from insect bites and burns (including household ones), however, it must be remembered that it should not be used on a weeping and inflamed skin surface and in violation of its integrity. It is also not recommended to apply it on a large surface of the skin and sunbathe after application.

Antihistamines and road safety

The number of accidents that occurred due to the fault of drivers due to a decrease in concentration due to an antihistamine taken shortly before departure is almost impossible to estimate. So far, there are only expert (theoretical) estimates of the frequency of fatal accidents, which are estimated at 1%. But the problem for Russia exists and is exacerbated by the fact that first-generation antihistamines lengthen and enhance the effect of alcohol. The ability of drivers driving a drunken car is known to concentrate at the sight of the police and drive the car in such a way as not to arouse suspicion. But when alcohol no longer smells, calmness, combined with monotonously flashing trees and poles on the side of the road, can cause drowsiness and a decrease in reaction.

The solution to the problem is simple - either use 2nd generation drugs (for example, Telfast), or not drive.

Even such an "asexual" disease as an allergy proceeds differently in men and women. Alas, here we are less fortunate than the strong half of humanity.

There is a direct relationship between allergies in women and the day of the cycle.

We asked our expert, allergist-pulmonologist Oleg Yuryevich Chernosvitov, about whether there are any peculiarities in female allergies.

Firstly, as practice shows, the severity of an allergic reaction directly depends on the day of the menstrual cycle. Almost all types of allergies increase before the onset of menstruation, during critical days, and this period lasts another 1-2 days after menstruation has ended.
Secondly, the likelihood of allergy formation increases in women in the premenopausal period and reaches its peak in menopause.

Allergic colds

Usually women prefer to be treated for colds with folk methods - honey, milk - and it's tasty and no "chemistry". But, if you are allergic, then this approach is not for you! Otherwise, you can also face the treatment of exacerbation. Be careful! The treatments and products described below can only make your condition worse.

List of prohibited procedures and treatments

expectorant herbs
mustard plasters
herbal inhalations

Apply with great care

Expectorant tablets, their use is prohibited in the first 3-5 days from the onset of the disease, otherwise they can cause an exacerbation
Any inhalation, including through a nebulizer

List of prohibited products

Milk
Any lollipops
Juices, both purchased and freshly squeezed
Alcohol
Carbonated drinks: with a cold, the throat becomes more excitable. Anything that irritates the throat can lead to more coughing

Yes, but with great care

Fruits (their amount is better to reduce)
Sweets and chocolate, especially at night, but better during the day. If you still ate something sweet, then be sure to rinse your mouth with plain water so that the sweetness does not remain on the pharyngeal mucosa.

If you have an exacerbation

During this period, one should rely not only on drugs, but also, if possible, minimize the harmful effects "from outside".

For respiratory allergies

If your allergy is associated with the respiratory tract (polynoses, asthma, etc.), then the following prohibitions apply:

Animal ban.
No carpets or rugs in the bedroom.
No natural materials in bed. Your bed linen, according to the description, is very similar to a fairy tale: no fluff, no feathers, no wool, no cotton wool. Only synthetic blankets, pillows and synthetic foam mattress.
Books and flowers should be removed from the bedroom.
Wool and furs should not be stored in the wardrobe.
Only wet cleaning should be carried out in the room, a vacuum cleaner and a broom are not suitable! If you are cleaning yourself, you will have to “arm yourself” with only a spray bottle with cold water, turn on the air humidifier and after a few minutes collect dust from the floor with a damp cloth. If someone else does the cleaning, then you can use a vacuum cleaner, but then you still have to moisten the room without fail.

skin allergy

This type of allergy is associated with diseases of the internal organs, most often with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract (in this case, a gastroenderologist deals with them), or directly with nutrition. There are allergic reactions to any particular food or to a combination of certain foods - of course, they should be avoided. As a rule, this is enough.

pregnancy and allergies

During pregnancy, the main task of the expectant mother is to do without exacerbation. The mass of histamine preparations is simply prohibited for use in the 1st trimester - they can adversely affect the development of the fetus.

How your pregnancy will affect allergies is impossible to predict. Pregnancy itself may not affect the course of allergies, on the contrary, it may exacerbate it. A cold in a pregnant allergic person requires especially careful adherence to all the rules described above - both those related to nutrition and treatment, and those that are usually used during exacerbation.

If you don’t have a cold, but your nose is constantly “stuffed up”, you should visit a ENT doctor - treatment of rhinitis during pregnancy is his prerogative. As a rule, this disease is more often related to endocrinology. At this time, it is strictly forbidden to use nose drops, which include herbs and essential oils. Excessive use of vasoconstrictor drugs is also dangerous.

The best option, both in an “interesting position” and outside it, is not to self-medicate, but to get advice from a specialist doctor. Be healthy!

Heat, sun, sea, greenery and flowers are why we are waiting for summer.

Tears, itching, coughing, sneezing are what those who suffer from seasonal allergies expect from this time of year.

However, if you take this problem seriously, you can reduce its manifestations to a minimum, allowing yourself to enjoy the beautiful times.

provocateurs

First you need to determine what you may be allergic to in a certain month in the summer. This is done through an examination in the hospital. The table below shows the main provocateurs.

We must not forget that in the summer an attack of various insects begins, to the bites of which many develop a negative reaction.

Don't underestimate the danger

The seasonal type of allergy is dangerous, first of all,. This means that in addition to sensitivity to pollen, the allergic organism does not tolerate provocateurs that are similar in certain respects, contained, for example, in.

Revealing signs of a reaction

Allergy symptoms in an adult and a child, manifested in the summer:

hoarseness of voice;
labored breathing;
nausea, vomiting;
discomfort in the ears;
burning and itching, redness of the eyes;
headache, dizziness;
urticaria, ;
constant discharge of mucus from the nose;
swelling and inflammation of the eyeballs;
severe tearing, conjunctivitis;
pain in the eyes when looking at a bright light;
, rarely with sputum.

Asthmatic symptoms with hay fever do not appear in everyone. If you start the course of treatment in a timely manner, bronchial spasms and shortness of breath will not occur.

It is important not to confuse the symptoms of an onset allergy with signs of a cold, since the first manifestations of two different pathologies are very similar. You can learn about the difference between an allergic cough and a cold from. With a seasonal allergic reaction, plant pollen can cause severe intoxication of the body.

We treat effectively and safely

medicines

Treatment of the summer form of allergy should be comprehensive. In this case, the appointment should be made by a doctor, and not by ourselves. Allergy medicines are divided into several groups:

vasoconstrictor drugs - Naphazoline, Xylometazoline, Phenylephrine;
antihistamines -,;
products with sodium cromoglycate: quickly suppress the production, eliminate allergic manifestations;
combined drugs.

An effective method of treatment is immunotherapy, which takes several years, but helps to get rid of allergies.

When choosing medicines, the doctor takes into account the severity of the symptoms:

Relief of mild signs of hay fever. The essence of the treatment is the use of non-steroidal antihistamines (,). All the above medicines do not refuse sedative action. well helps to overcome itching, sneezing, nasal congestion.
Average manifestations of allergies are eliminated by local ones, which stop various forms of skin dermatitis and rashes well. Effective in allergic conjunctivitis. Often assigned. Hormonal preparations are used for a short time.
In severe cases, high doses of hormonal medications are taken to suppress the acute form of the pathology. All hormonal drugs are used for no more than two weeks. As soon as the patient's condition returns to normal, the patient is prescribed a lighter treatment.

Ointments and creams are prescribed for skin symptoms. Non-hormonal agents:

. The product has a creamy non-greasy base, has an antibacterial and antifungal effect. It is used in the treatment of allergic dermatitis, eczema.
Protopic. Fatty ointment is used to treat allergic skin diseases, including atopic dermatitis.
helps to cope with itching, irritation, swelling and quickly eliminate traces of insect bites. Used to treat children.
D-Panthenol accelerates the process of regeneration of skin cells, excellent for the treatment of allergic dermatitis, rashes, urticaria, diaper rash and peeling of the skin.

Hormonal agents:

- perfectly fights against itching, peeling and irritation.
- a cream based on hormones of animal origin, designed to treat allergic eczema, dermatitis.
Prednisolone is a fatty ointment for the treatment of dermatitis and rashes.
- an affordable ointment for the treatment of allergic symptoms on the surface of the skin. The medicine is available in the form of an eye ointment, used to eliminate signs of allergies on the eyelids.

Allergy ointments with antibacterial effect:

Flucinar is recommended for urticaria,.
Bonderm is used for weeping eczema of allergic etiology, with severe scratching of the rash.
Supirocin is recommended for the suppression of mild allergic skin symptoms.
Fucicort is prescribed for skin dermatitis, irritations and rashes with allergies.

Effective eye drops for allergies:

Ifiral;
Hi-krom;
Lecrolin.

Folk remedies

If an allergy torments you all summer, in addition to the main therapy, alternative treatment comes, which is better to discuss with your doctor. A few recipes:

Tincture based on young leaves and branches of black currant. It is necessary to dry these components well, grind them to get two tablespoons. Pour the resulting powder with 300 milliliters of water and insist in a warm place for about one hour, then strain and add 200 milliliters of warm water. The course is not more than two weeks, take one tablespoon every two hours. When the medicine is over, it is necessary to prepare a new portion, because fresh tincture is more effective.
Field horsetail. For cooking, you need to take two tablespoons of dried herbs, grind and pour one glass of boiling water for half an hour, then strain. Use the tincture every hour on a spoon for two weeks.
Chamomile and nettle. Pour two tablespoons of each type of dried herb with half a liter of hot water, insist all night, strain from the herb in the morning. Drink half a glass forty minutes before meals.
Nettle. For this recipe, you need to take two ordinary spoons of nettle, pour 400 milliliters of cold water and put on a slow fire until boiling. After preparation, the mixture is well cleaned of grass, consumed warm in half a glass three times a day before meals.
Mix licorice root, horsetail, elecampane with boiling water for several hours. Before taking, pass through gauze or a fine sieve, drink up to three times a day, 60 milliliters.

The reaction in the summer makes it difficult to enjoy such a wonderful time of the year, but the right treatment helps to minimize the manifestations.

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It is extremely important to know how to behave in the summer to protect yourself from the effects of allergens. Let's try to figure out the reasons that can cause an allergic reaction in the summer.

Despite the fact that spring is considered the most “allergic” time of the year, there are also many irritants in summer that can provoke an attack of bronchial asthma or an allergic reaction. Allergies in the summer can thoroughly poison the lives of people who are too sensitive to pollen.

Sun allergy sufferers rush to the store for sunscreen, others rush to the pharmacy to replenish their antihistamines.

Causes of summer allergies

In this wonderful time, people often forget about the danger for an allergic person, but in vain. Below you will see the main causes of allergies in the summer.

plant pollen

Pine blossoms are one of the causes of allergies in summer

Not only exotic flowers can provoke an allergic reaction, but also pollen from alder, birch, hazel, poplar fluff and even cereals. This list is far from complete and could go on for a long time.

Human immunity reacts to plant pollen as to a completely unfamiliar, foreign substance, which leads to the production of antibodies. By attacking allergens, antibodies promote the production of histamine, which is accompanied by familiar allergy symptoms: runny nose, allergic cough, conjunctivitis and other symptoms. In dry summer weather, pollen is scattered over long distances. And the more it is in the air, the worse allergy sufferers feel.

A lot of problems in the summer are caused by the flowering of grasses:

weeds,
tumbleweeds
etc.

The flowering period of ambrosia in August is especially dangerous. Here are a few more factors that can cause an allergic reaction.

Heat

The heat itself does not provoke allergies, but a change in the weather can shift the flowering schedule of plants.

For example, the normal flowering time for ambrosia is the end of August, but due to the intense heat, it can bloom earlier.

Cold water

If the temperature difference between water and air is more than five degrees, then swimming in a pond can provoke skin itching.

An allergic rash on the body in the summer for this reason occurs quite often.

Berries

Allergy on the legs, arms and abdomen in the form of an itchy rash is a common occurrence in the summer. Especially dangerous in terms of allergies -. There are more severe symptoms, up to anaphylactic shock.

July. This month is the flowering of such plants as rye, buckwheat, wormwood, ash pan.

August. This is the flowering period of one of the most allergenic plants - ragweed. In addition, haze flowers bloom in August.

Cross allergy in summer

An unpleasant "bonus" for a person suffering from seasonal allergies is the exacerbation of allergic reactions to food.

Sometimes food allergies are permanent, and sometimes they manifest themselves with the beginning of the flowering of grasses and trees.

Here are the most common examples of cross allergies.

With hypersensitivity to tree pollen products such as apples, nuts, fruits of stone plants (plums, cherries, sweet cherries) can be dangerous during the flowering period. Can be dangerous in terms of allergies and carrots. You will have to refrain from drinking birch sap, fruit wine and vodka.
For allergies to grass pollen, you need to limit the use of flour products, beer, vodka, whiskey, kvass. An exception among cereals is buckwheat (provided there is no allergy to buckwheat).
Allergy to weeds forces to limit the consumption of sunflower oil and products containing it (mayonnaise, halva, mustard), sunflower seeds, tomatoes, gourds. We will have to refrain from vermouth and from some varieties of cognac infused with herbs.

During the flowering period of herbs and trees, it is advisable to refuse the listed products, the rest of the time - limit their use, depending on how you feel.

Symptoms of a reaction to major allergens

Here are the symptoms of an allergy in the summer to various irritants.

Allergy to plant pollen It manifests itself in adults and children with symptoms such as:

runny nose,
sneezing,
itching in the eyes.

Often, pollen can provoke an asthmatic attack (cough, wheezing, narrowing of the airways).

Allergy to insect bite in a mild form, it is manifested by itchy redness in the area of \u200b\u200bthe bite itself, local edema. With a severe allergic reaction occurs:

hives,
edema,
nausea,
vomit,
feelings of suffocation,
stool disorders (diarrhea),
drop in blood pressure.

In case of severe symptoms, it is necessary to call an ambulance, and before her arrival, take an antihistamine (Claritin, Suprastin, Tavegil, etc.).

Allergy to sun can appear almost instantly or after a few hours of exposure to sunlight. Symptoms of an allergic reaction - the appearance of a rash, itching, urticaria. If the allergy manifests itself in the form of eczema, then skin lesions also occur in those areas that have not been directly exposed to ultraviolet rays.

Diagnostic methods

To make the correct diagnosis, you need to consult an allergist. In order to find the allergen, skin tests are performed.

A more modern diagnostic method is radioallergosorbent analysis, which is a patient's blood test for the concentration of antibodies produced by the body for various allergens.

Treatment at home and in spas

Allergen-Specific Immunotherapy

This technique allows to achieve good results in the treatment of allergies. The basis of the method is the introduction into the body of special vaccines made on the basis of allergens (for example, plant pollen). Start with the minimum dose, gradually bringing the result to the development of complete immunity to the stimulus.

Taking antihistamines(as tablets, nasal sprays and eye drops).

Examples of eye drops: Livostin, Emadin, Telfast.
Allergy pills in the summer - Claritin, Tavegil, Diphenhydramine, Suprastin.

Means such as Suprastin and Tavegil are suitable even for infants (check with your pediatrician first!).

A special case is the possibility of taking antihistamines for allergies in the summer for pregnant and lactating women.

It is strictly forbidden to take first-generation antihistamines, due to the negative impact on the fetus (Diphenhydramine, Tavegil, Diazolin, Suprastin). Second-generation antihistamines can only be taken for health reasons (Claritin, Cetirizine). Preparations third generation can be used during pregnancy after consulting a doctor (Levociterizin, Fexofenadine).

The following articles will help you understand your situation:

Ointments such as Pantoderm, Bepanten (with Panthenol) have a wound healing effect, Lanolin ointment is an emollient and analgesic, Videstim and Radevit (with Retinol) have a regenerating effect.

Hormonal ointments use with caution, only as directed by a doctor. Examples: hydrocortisone ointment, Elocom, Advantan, Flucinar.

Allergy Spa Treatment

Sanatorium Divnomorskoe - dormitory building No. 1

When choosing a resort, it is necessary to take into account that the main thing for an allergic person is a hypoallergenic environment. Ideal areas with a temperate mild climate, without a large temperature difference, preferably on the seashore or in the mountains. The resorts of the Crimea, the Black Sea coast of Russia (Divnomorskoye, Anapa, Gelendzhik) are well suited for treatment.

The optimal rest time is September-October, when the flowering of grasses ends. A good option is Kislovodsk or Nalchik. Of the northern resorts - the coast of the Gulf of Finland.

The tropical countries of Africa and Southeast Asia are categorically not suitable for allergy sufferers, since there is a high probability of allergies from unfamiliar fruits or tropical insect bites. Yes, and a sharp change in climate will affect well-being not in the best way.

Is it possible for an allergic child to have a rest in Divnomorsk in summer?

One of the areas of treatment at the resorts of Divnomorsk is allergies of all kinds. And the Pitsunda pine, which this village is famous for, blooms in March and April. If you are allergic to herbs, it is better to go on vacation to Divnomorsk in September-October.

What should an allergy sufferer do before traveling?

Take with you a set of antiallergic drugs, including for emergency care.
Learn the necessary allergy phrases in the language of the country you are traveling to. A special bracelet or allergy card helps out in this regard.
Find out in advance if it is possible to book a hypoallergenic hotel (this is possible in Western Europe and the USA).

A few helpful tips will help you significantly reduce allergic attacks in the summer. In addition, strictly follow the appointments of an allergist. So, how to deal with allergies in the summer?

Buy an air purifier. It absorbs saturated allergens (pollen, household dust, hair and pieces of the epidermis of animals, exhaust gases), purifies in several stages and releases clean air back into the room. There are purifiers that are equipped with an additional function of humidifying the air.
Maintain optimum air humidity in room. Too high humidity contributes to the development of mold, which in itself is a fairly strong allergen.
Don't go outside early in the morning, because, according to doctors, it is during this period that the concentration of plant pollen in the air is the highest. The best time for walking outdoors is in the evening. It is also useful to take a walk after the rain, as drops of water nail the pollen, preventing it from spreading over a long distance. Keep an eye on the weather forecast and plan more or less long walks during this time.
Take a shower or bath after your walk. You will wash dust or pollen off your body. Can't get rid of it completely? At least wash your face and rinse your nose thoroughly. Dressing up is also a must.
Do wet cleaning in the apartment daily! If you prefer a vacuum cleaner, get a model with a special anti-allergic filter that can trap the smallest dust particles.
Allergies in the summer cause a lot of problems people who work in the gardens. Working in the country turns into a real torture for an allergic person. Going to the country, be sure to bring tested anti-allergic drugs with you. Sunglasses - a good remedy for allergic conjunctivitis - a mandatory attribute of an allergic summer resident. It is advisable to have a bandage or nasal filters. You should not spend too much time in the country. Beware of insects, the bite of which can provoke an allergic reaction.
It is better to ventilate the room at night(pollen at this time you can not be afraid). In the daytime, the windows must be kept closed.
If you suffer from an allergy to the sun's rays, a beach holiday is not your option. It is also necessary not to go outside on hot sunny days.
Before you go on vacation learn as much as possible about the country you are going to to go, about local cuisine, about the peculiarities of the climate (temperature, air humidity). These precautions are not superfluous at all, since allergies can ruin a vacation, as they say, in the bud. Be sure to pay a visit to an allergist to help pick up antihistamines and provide some useful tips for the road.
It is advisable for an allergy sufferer to drive with the windows up.
It is advisable to dry the linen at home, not hanging it outside.

These useful tips will allow you to more or less calmly endure summer, with its "joys" in the form of dust, pollen and flower aromas.

Allergy attacks in the summer can be reduced - there are several ways to do this, which are described below. You should also follow the recommendations of the attending allergist.

So, first of all, with the onset of the summer period, you need to purchase an air purifier. This useful unit is able to absorb air saturated with allergens (parts of animal skin and hair, pollen, household dust, etc.), carry out multi-stage purification of this air, and then release it back into the room. There are air purifiers that can not only remove harmful particles from it, but also humidify the air.

In case of allergies in the summer, doctors recommend not to go outside in the early morning hours, since it is during this period that the concentration of pollen in the air is at its maximum level. Outdoor walks for allergy sufferers are best done in the evening, as well as after rain, which, as it were, nails pollen, preventing it from spreading over long distances.

Allergies in the summer can cause a lot of inconvenience to people who own summer cottages. Working in a garden or garden for such allergy sufferers turns into a living hell. When going to the country or just out of town, you must definitely take antiallergic drugs with you, put on sunglasses that protect the mucous membrane of the eyes, put your hair under a scarf, put a bandage on your nose and mouth, and wear light-colored clothes. Also, you should not spend a lot of time in the country or in the forest, it is advisable to bypass other people's gardens, as plants whose pollen is an allergen can grow behind the fence. It is worth being afraid of insects, the bites of which can provoke an allergic reaction.

Allergy sufferers should not overheat in the sun, as this factor, like many others listed here, may well cause an allergy to the sun's rays. In this regard, it is undesirable for such people to visit the beaches or just go outside in the heat.

Before you go on vacation, you need to learn as much as possible about the climate of the chosen country, the plants and fruits growing there, the humidity of the air, whether the sea is located nearby, because allergies in the summer can ruin even the most long-awaited vacation. If you are going to a resort, you need to inform the allergist about this so that he can prescribe antihistamines and, possibly, provide some useful recommendations.

Allergy sufferers should roll up their windows while driving. It is better to dry clothes not on the street, but at home. It is advisable to wash a dog or cat that came from a street walk.