Eye Drops could help Relieve Allergy Symptoms

July 2, 2009

If your eyes itch, are red, tearing or burning, pay attention to what they may be telling you. You may have eye allergies, or allergic conjunctivitis, a condition that affects millions of Americans. It is a condition that can occur alone, but often accompanies nasal allergy symptoms, such as sneezing, sniffling and a stuffy nose. [...]

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Avoiding The Main Cause of Seasonal Allergies- Pollen

June 15, 2009

Pollen Spore Pollen and the Weather Forecast Learning how to avoid pollen is important if pollen spores are one of your allergy and/or asthma triggers. Pollen is an airborne trigger that is frequently inhaled during spring, summer, and early fall during the year. It comes from certain types of grasses, trees, and weeds that can [...]

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Allergy Medication Debate Settled: Allegra Vs. Clarinex

June 15, 2009
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Accchoooo!! Instead of getting excited by spring, you dread the pollen in the air. Instead of enjoying the smell of freshly cut grass, you avoid it all costs. The change of seasons may be fun for other people, but when it comes to you and your allergies, you dread the upcoming effects seasonal changes will [...]

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How to Cope With The Allergies Your Pet’s Are Causing

June 10, 2009

An estimated 10% of the entire population are allergic to animals, it is important to know what exactly causes their allergies, where these ‘triggers’ can be encountered, and what to do to minimize exposure. The most common causes for pet allergies Cat and dog dander, or skin flakes, as well as their saliva and urine, [...]

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What Causes Seasonal Allergies?

June 9, 2009

What Are Seasonal Allergies? A seasonal allergy is an allergic reaction to a trigger that is typically only present for that part of the year, such as in the spring or fall. This type of allergy refers to a pollen allergy, such as trees, weeds and grasses. Perennial allergies, on the other hand, are usually [...]

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Nasal Sprays Are Better Than Pills

June 4, 2009

Several well-done studies have suggested that the first medication one should use to treat allergies is the steroid nose sprays. Steroid nasal sprays have been proven to more effectively reduce nasal stuffiness, sneezing and post-nasal drip than allergy pills (anti-histamines). In fact, allergy pills on their own do not help with nasal congestion. Nasal Sprays [...]

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