Category: Allergy Center

Deer season is just about to start, and preparations are underway. In addition to getting your license, cleaning your firearm or bow and getting out your gear, you might consider what prep you need to do to prevent allergy flare-ups. There are plenty of allergy triggers in the field, and a severe allergic reaction while…

Traveling and vacationing are incredible experiences! You’ve been looking forward to relaxing, exploring and seeing what experiences your destination has to offer, whether camping in the mountains or visiting another country. But a flare-up of allergy symptoms could interrupt all of that. One has to wonder: why do allergies always seem to get worse while…

You may think September would close pollen season and put an end to your allergy symptoms, but those beautiful red, yellow and orange leaves may cause you a few more weeks of allergies. Damp leaves rotting on lawns can harbor pollen and mold spores, extending allergy season. Fallen Leaves Can Trigger Mold Allergies Warmth and…

Allergies cause a whole range of symptoms, typically involving the sinuses, nasal passages, airways and skin. These areas lead to common symptoms of runny nose, sneezing and rashes, and interestingly, they can lead to headaches, too. While headaches aren’t typically life-threatening, they can be painful and distracting, so let’s discuss what’s happening with your headaches…

If you’ve been suffering from allergy symptoms, you’re not alone: over 30% of Americans have allergies. Common allergy symptoms include sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, facial pressure and a sore throat. The best way to treat allergy symptoms is to avoid your allergy triggers in the first place. However, you can’t avoid your allergy triggers…

Pets bring joy to countless households, but they can also trigger uncomfortable allergy symptoms. If you’re struggling with pet allergies, understanding the causes and finding ways to reduce exposure can help you coexist with your furry friends. What Causes Pet Allergies? Pet allergies aren’t caused by fur itself but by proteins found in animals’ dander…

Although the Willamette Valley is considered the grass seed capital of the world, weeds still play a major role for many allergy sufferers in Northern Oregon. Although it has improved over the years, ragweed, commonly found in the Midwest, still has a strong hold in the Willamette Valley and parts of Southwest Oregon. That makes…

Pollen can cause sneezing, itchy eyes and runny noses, but your skin can also suffer from exposure to this common allergen. For some individuals, pollen doesn’t just irritate the airways; it can trigger uncomfortable skin reactions that may last throughout allergy season. Understanding how pollen interacts with your skin can help you better manage symptoms…

Though allergies and sensitivities may cause similar symptoms, they originate from very different biological processes and require distinct management strategies. Being able to tell them apart, especially when environmental factors like dust, mold or pollen are involved, can make a big difference in how you respond to and reduce your discomfort. Defining Allergies Allergies occur…

If you feel like your seasonal allergies are hitting harder and lasting longer in Oregon than they used to, you’re not alone. Some Oregonians report more intense symptoms that last longer, year over year. But is it just your imagination, or is allergy season getting worse? Some weather experts suggest that the allergy season is…