{"id":9542,"date":"2022-07-29T15:55:13","date_gmt":"2022-07-29T22:55:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/?p=9542"},"modified":"2022-07-29T15:55:15","modified_gmt":"2022-07-29T22:55:15","slug":"how-to-manage-your-allergies-while-camping","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/how-to-manage-your-allergies-while-camping\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Manage Your Allergies While Camping"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America<\/a>, \u201cPollen is one of the most common triggers of seasonal allergies.\u201d And, unfortunately, you\u2019re going to encounter lots of it when camping. Below we review how to manage your allergies<\/a> when camping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pack Medications<\/h2>\n\n\n
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You can consult with an allergist at Willamette ENT & Facial Plastic Surgery<\/span> prior to your trip to determine what medications would be safe and effective for you to use. You can purchase over-the-counter antihistamines, decongestants and corticosteroids from the pharmacy, just be sure to discuss proper dosages with your allergist or pharmacist. Don\u2019t forget to pack these medications when you leave for your camping trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Research the Area<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If an allergy test at Willamette ENT & Facial Plastic Surgery<\/span> indicates you\u2019re particularly allergic to a certain type of pollen, be sure to research the area you\u2019re planning to camp at to be sure there\u2019s not an excessive amount of that plant. In addition, you should be mindful of when you\u2019re camping \u2013 if you\u2019re allergic to tree pollen, avoid camping in the spring; if you\u2019re allergic to grass pollen, avoid camping in the summer; if you\u2019re allergic to ragweed pollen, avoid camping in the fall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bring Your Own Food<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you have a food allergy, be sure to pack your own food rather than relying on others. Even if they were to avoid bringing any triggering foods, they might be less experienced in watching out for cross-contamination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avoid Insect Stings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you have an allergy to insect stings, there are a few ways to prevent attracting them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n