Why is my hay fever so bad this year?
Summary
Pollen levels in the UK are expected to be high, causing many people to experience hay fever symptoms like itchy eyes and sneezing. Warm weather has contributed to a significant spread of pollen, particularly birch tree pollen. There is no cure for hay fever, but various treatments and preventative measures can help manage symptoms.Key Facts
- Pollen levels in the UK are predicted to be high or very high.
- Hay fever is caused by allergies to pollen, often from grass and trees.
- Warm weather has increased the spread of pollen, creating a "pollen bomb."
- Medicines like antihistamines, steroid nasal sprays, and eye drops can help reduce symptoms.
- Changing clothes and showering after being outside can help remove pollen.
- Pets can carry pollen into the house.
- The NHS recommends various methods to prevent pollen exposure, like wearing sunglasses and using nasal balms.
- For severe cases, a doctor might suggest immunotherapy, which gradually introduces the body to small amounts of pollen.
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