In the UK Hay Fever ( Seasonal Allergy Rhinitis) is common between mid March to the end of September.
Early spring we normally have a rise in tree pollen, then grass pollen early to mid summer and weed pollen taking us through September. Today is the end of September so those of us who suffer or care for someone who suffers with Hay Fever will no doubt be rejoicing that the symptoms will be subsiding, no more water eyes, no more itchy runny noses or sneezing fits that make our eyes all puffy. Lets face it 2020 has been rife for a high pollen count and some people have said its been their worst year for suffering with Hay Fever. (also known as Allergy Rhinitis)
As we approach the cooler months of Autumn we will spend more time indoors, wrapped up in cosy blankets, heating on full whack and possibly forgetting to open windows to keep the heat in. Its during these cosier months that we might notice the symptoms of our Hay fever seem to be hanging about. Itchy eyes, runny noses, sneezing and that awful post nasal drip, what could it be?
Well Allergy Rhinitis also happens indoors, with allergies to Dust Mites, Mould Spores and even pets including Birds!! If you have the symptoms always speak to your GP to get diagnosed.
Keep an eye out for my next post to help manage Allergy Rhinitis indoors :)
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