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Fighting Allergy Season: Insights from an Expert
Your allergy season survival guide is here, brought to you by Dr. Dar'ya Ammosova, a renowned allergist-immunologist and high-category professional at the respiratory rehabilitation center of the Republican State Budgetary Institution "Polyclinic 1" in Yakutia.
Dodging Pollen
Pollen culprits are on the rise - birch and alder trees from late May to mid-June, meadow grasses like couch grass, quack grass, oats, and timothy from mid-June to mid-July, and weeds like wormwood and amaranth blooming from mid-July until the first frosts. For allergy sufferers, a hot summer means trouble. Stay indoors as much as possible, take your prescribed anti-allergy meds, wear hats, sunglasses, and wash your face after being outside (even a shower if you can). Keep windows shut, especially in the mornings when pollen levels peak.
Also, watch out for cross-reacting foods that share similar proteins to pollen. For birch tree pollen allergy, be cautious with stone fruits (apples, pears, cherries, peaches), nuts (hazelnuts, almonds), and sometimes fresh vegetables (carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes). For meadow grass allergies, be mindful with cereals, beer, and hops. For weed allergies, avoid gourds, sunflower seeds, and sunflower oil. Steer clear of herbal remedies like chamomile, thyme, and sage, as well as honey.
Safeguarding the Young and Small
Allergy rates are ever-growing globally. While breastfeeding is the best prevention for young children, older kids should minimize sweets, soda, chips, and crackers, which might upset gut bacteria and potentially trigger allergic reactions. If you have a family history of allergies, stay extra vigilant during medication use, and inform healthcare professionals of your allergy history.
The most foreboding complication is anaphylactic shock, often triggered by medications like local anesthetics, contrast agents, and antibiotics. To stay healthy, maintain regular medical care. Good luck!
Foods to Be Wary Of
Cross-reacting foods in oral allergy syndrome (OAS) differ depending on the type of pollen allergy. Note the following common cross-reactive foods associated with allergies to birch tree pollen, meadow grasses, and weeds (e.g., ragweed):
Birch Tree Pollen- Common Cross-Reactive Foods: - Fruits: Apples, Apricots, Cherries, Peaches, Pears, Plums - Vegetables: Carrots, Celery, Kiwi - Nuts: Almonds, Hazelnuts, Walnuts
Meadow Grasses- Common Cross-Reactive Foods: There is limited documentation on specific foods that cross-react with grass pollen allergies. However, some sources suggest that foods like kiwi may be involved.
Weeds (e.g., Ragweed)- Common Cross-Reactive Foods: - Fruits: Bananas, Melons (cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon) - Vegetables: Cucumbers, Zucchini
Remember, not every pollen allergy sufferer will experience cross-reactivity with these foods, and reactions can vary in intensity. Consult a healthcare professional for personalized advice.
- Dr. Dar'ya Ammosova, an expert in allergies, provides guidance on surviving allergy season.
- Birch and alder trees, meadow grasses, and weeds release pollen during different seasons, causing trouble for allergy sufferers in the summer.
- To minimize symptoms, stay indoors, take prescribed anti-allergy medication, and wash your face after being outside.
- Be cautious with cross-reacting foods like stone fruits, nuts, and vegetables for birch tree pollen allergies.
- Reduce sweets, soda, chips, and crackers to prevent allergies in older children, especially if there's a family history.
- Be vigilant during medication use, and inform healthcare professionals of allergy history to avoid complications like anaphylactic shock.
- Foods to be wary of in oral allergy syndrome (OAS) vary depending on the type of pollen allergy, such as birch tree, meadow grass, and weed allergies.
- Regular medical care is crucial for maintaining good health throughout allergy season.
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a healthcare professional for personalized advice on managing allergy symptoms.
- Self-development, education, and career growth contribute to overall family health and mental well-being, making it essential to prioritize personal growth alongside physical health.
