{"id":9872,"date":"2023-05-26T10:27:38","date_gmt":"2023-05-26T17:27:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/?p=9872"},"modified":"2023-05-26T10:27:41","modified_gmt":"2023-05-26T17:27:41","slug":"summer-checklist-for-allergies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/summer-checklist-for-allergies\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer Checklist for Allergies"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/iStock-658422908-1280x854.jpg\" alt=\"a man blows his nose while outdoors\" class=\"wp-image-9876\" width=\"320\" height=\"214\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/iStock-658422908-1280x854.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/entsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/iStock-658422908-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/entsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/iStock-658422908-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/entsalem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/iStock-658422908-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/nchs\/products\/databriefs\/db460.htm\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/nchs\/products\/databriefs\/db460.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u201cAbout one-quarter (25.7%) of adults had a seasonal allergy.\u201d<\/a> If you\u2019re among this population, you\u2019re probably wondering how you can prevent symptoms this summer. In this post, we provide a summer checklist for <a href=\"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/allergy\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/allergy\/\">allergies<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Deep Clean Your Home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people mistakenly believe that they will only experience allergy symptoms after spending time outdoors when in reality, indoor allergens can be a major trigger during the summer months. Follow these tips to deep clean your home and minimize the presence of allergens:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Vacuum and dust regularly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid keeping knickknacks that can collect dust.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Replace curtains and carpet with blinds and hardwood.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bathe pets once a week and keep them out of bedrooms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wash bedding in hot water weekly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Store food in airtight containers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Throw out old food promptly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2>Purify the Air<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some airborne irritants include incense, air fresheners, perfume, scented creams and fresh paint. Keep these out of your home if you\u2019re sensitive to them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, after cleaning with chemicals, air out your home. When you can, clean with baking soda or vinegar instead of harsh chemicals. Remember also to <em>never mix cleaners together<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to avoid smoking indoors. Smoking anywhere, however, can be triggering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To purify the air, run your central air conditioning if you have it; if you don\u2019t, you can invest in a window unit or purchase a portable air cleaner with a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Monitor Pollen Counts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Monitor pollen counts using the National Allergy Bureau\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/pollen.aaaai.org\/#\/\">website<\/a>. When pollen counts are highest, usually on dry, windy days, especially between the mid-morning and late afternoon hours, avoid opening windows or and schedule your walk at Bush&#8217;s Pasture Park for another day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>See an Allergist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An expert allergist can recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/allergy\/allergies\/allergy-treatments\/\">treatment for your allergies<\/a> if the above strategies don\u2019t provide enough relief. In addition to practicing avoidance of known triggers, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Take medications<\/strong>. Oral antihistamines and corticosteroid nasal sprays can be taken regularly in many cases to prevent and treat allergies. Talk to your allergist about which medications are safe for long-term use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Undergo immunotherapy<\/strong>. Immunotherapy is a long-term solution for allergies that works by helping your immune system build up a tolerance to allergens over time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more or to schedule an appointment with an expert allergist, call <span class=\"company-name \">Willamette ENT &amp; Facial Plastic Surgery<\/span> today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ul class=\"related-posts\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/what-to-know-about-hay-fever\/\" class=\"related-post\">What to Know About Hay Fever<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/tips-to-spring-clean-allergies-out-of-your-life\/\" class=\"related-post\">Tips To Spring Clean Allergies Out of Your Life<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/entsalem.com\/what-role-does-vitamin-c-play-in-allergy-symptoms\/\" class=\"related-post\">What Role Does Vitamin C Play in Allergy Symptoms<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, \u201cAbout one-quarter (25.7%) of adults had a seasonal allergy.\u201d If you\u2019re among this population, you\u2019re probably wondering how you can prevent symptoms this summer. In this post, we provide a summer checklist for allergies. 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