The doctor gave advice on relieving the symptoms of pollen allergy

Alyona Bondarenko, an allergist from childhood, told how to alleviate pollen allergies. Birch blossoms are in full bloom in Russia, and many people are particularly allergic to them.

As noted by the press service of the Moscow region Ministry of Health, allergies occur when a person is predisposed to a malfunction of the immune response. The immune system reacts to the normal phenomena of the environment too strongly. In addition, some substances such as pollen can be allergens and cause irritation, Radio 1 noted on Monday, May 12.

According to the specialist, patients with allergies to birch pollen have swollen eyelids, along with a runny nose, severe nasal congestion, itchy skin and lacrimation. It is noteworthy that after a week or two, pollinosis does not go away, and the symptoms can last for months while pollen is present in the air.

To combat allergies, the doctor advised using antihistamines. She also advised to exclude honey, apples, propolis, plums, pears, apricots, strawberries, cherries, nuts, as well as vegetable products from the diet during the period of exacerbation.

Bondarenko also called for limiting contact with other allergens, such as animals, and quitting smoking and alcohol.

In addition, it is important to carry out wet cleaning at home more often, ventilate the room after rain and in the evening, but only if there is no wind. It is worth putting dust protection nets on the windows. When going outside, she called for wearing sunglasses and collecting her hair, using respirators and nasal filters. After returning from the street, it is recommended to change clothes and take a shower. 360.ru .

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On May 12, allergist and immunologist Ella Churyukina told Izvestia that allergy sufferers should limit their outdoor activities in sunny weather. The expert emphasized that in case of itchy nose, sneezing, watery runny nose, increased lacrimation and itchy eyelids, it is necessary to consult a doctor.

On May 10, Rospotrebnadzor reminded about ways to reduce the manifestations of seasonal allergies. According to experts, windows should be kept closed, time outside should be limited, indoor air should be filtered and wet cleaning should be carried out regularly, the Moscow City News Agency notes.

On May 6, allergist-immunologist Vladimir Bolibok listed the most allergenic plants on the air of NSN. Some of the most allergenic plants are birch, timothy, wormwood and ragweed.

Previously, the site kp.ru With reference to experts, he noted: studies show that allergic diseases are less common in rural areas. This is partly because people have been in contact with a large number of animals since childhood, from domestic animals to small and large cattle. This enriches the microflora and has a positive effect on the immune system.