The non-allergy segment of the population know about allergies, but have no idea how aggravating living with allergies can be. Avoiding allergens is the most obvious way to avoid allergy attacks, but this isn’t always possible. Keep reading for more tips.
If you have never tried a certain over-the-counter antihistamine yet, do so when you are home. These medications are known for having ingredients that can slow down your reaction time or even make you fall asleep. Even if the box doesn’t say it may cause drowsiness, test them at home where you can relax before driving while taking them.
If you suffer from allergies and want a pet, consider one with short hair. Long haired animals seem to trigger allergies more so than short haired animals. In order to decrease your allergy symptoms, make sure your pets are not allowed to sleep in your bed.
Your body could be causing an allergic reaction. This can harm you at night. As your go through your day, your clothing, hair and body might pick up outdoor dust and pollen. By day’s end, you are just coated! If you go to bed without a shower, you will be sleeping with allergens, and you will no doubt, wake up with symptoms. Before going to bed, you should take a shower to wash off all these harmful allergens so you can wake up feeling refreshed.
You may not be sure whether or not your pet is causing your allergies. A good way to find out is by going to an allergy doctor so they can run some tests. You will not necessarily need to find a new home for your pet, though you might need to alter your arrangements somewhat.
Pollen and pet dander are two difficult allergies to fight because the air can always contain them! Allergies can take control of your life and ruin your enjoyment of your days; however, it doesn’t have to be this way. Use the information you have just read to reduce or prevent allergy symptoms.
