By: Susan Nguyen
When it comes to the spring season, most of us welcome the warmer days and the sight of flowers blooming. However, this time of the year can be challenging for 1 in 5 Australians including adults and children who have hay fever and/or asthma. Hay fever usually begins in September and last through December or all year for some people. The common allergens are pollen, dust mites, mould, pollution or skin flakes and saliva shed by dogs, cats or other animals with fur or feathers.
The common cold and hay fever are often confused as they share common symptoms such as a runny, itchy and blocked nose. Hay fever symptoms can last for weeks to months and may also include an itchy throat and watery and itchy eye. Thankfully, it is not contagious like the common cold.
Addressing hay fever early in the season can help reduce your allergic response and the risk of complications such as a persistent blocked nose, sinus infection or an asthma flare up.
Here are some steps to take to help you win the hay fever battle:
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Hay fever may not always be avoidable but it can be well controlled by taking these steps. Let the spring season memories of hay fever fade and remember it for its clear skies, colourful flowers and warmer weather.
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