The doctor evaluated non-obvious ways to reduce the manifestation of allergies

Allergist Vladimir Bolibok on Monday, June 1, assessed the non-obvious ways to deal with allergy symptoms that are being discussed online.

Some patients notice that the symptoms — snot, lacrimation, and sneezing —disappear while eating or chewing gum.

"When you start eating, a large number of proteolytic enzymes appear in the body. They destroy proteins, including those released when pollen enters the body. Due to this, the allergic reaction does not have time to develop," the specialist explained in an interview with the "Paragraph".

He added that during meals, the body secretes the enzyme diamine oxidase. It neutralizes histamine, which is the main culprit of snot and edema, preventing erroneous allergic reactions to food.

The doctor also appreciated the suggestion to smear petroleum jelly inside the nostrils. According to him, it is not recommended to do this, because the ointment-like agent can disrupt the work of the nasal mucosa, drain into the lungs and cause lipoid pneumonia. However, petroleum jelly can be applied along the edges of the wings of the nose, as it traps pollen and prevents it from entering the mucous membrane.

"But the most famous and effective barrier method is a medical mask. People who do not neglect it have no allergy symptoms," he said.

Special filters for the nose are also very effective. They exist in two types: for wet or dry mucous membranes. At the same time, you will have to control yourself — breathing should be nasal only, otherwise there will be no effect.

Bolibok added that micronized cellulose sprays are also similar in nature to petroleum jelly. Once in the nose, the substance turns into a film and protects against pollen.

"In my experience, I can say that the effect of them is relative. If there is a high concentration of pollen in the air, and these days it is as high as possible, such drops are useless," the doctor noted.

In addition, during the flowering period, a midday nap can alleviate the condition. A person sleeps indoors, in some secluded corner, when there is no movement of air with dust or pollen around.

"We always say that the patient should have a shelter, an island of safety. This is one of the methods of allergen elimination," he concluded.

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He recalled that anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can lead to death, according to the website. kp.ru .

Before that, on May 27, 360.ru He reported that Russia has developed a new Allergard vaccine for the prevention and treatment of allergies to birch pollen. The drug will help reduce the course of vaccination from 30 to three to five injections.

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