Weather allergies - how to avoid?

Changes in weather from hot to cold and vice versa; changes in wind direction, rain... are opportunities for allergies to develop, especially in people with allergies.

Changes in weather from hot to cold and vice versa; changes in wind direction, rain... are opportunities for allergies to develop, especially in people with allergies. Below are the signs of allergies and how to handle them.

Signs of weather allergies

The most recognizable sign of weather allergies is a rash with redness and itching when exposed to sudden hot or cold temperatures. Exposed skin areas such as hands, feet, face… are the most susceptible to rashes.

The dangerous case of weather allergies is acute urticaria. When having urticaria, the patient will have difficulty breathing, rapid and sudden drop in blood pressure, allergies all over the body. When there are signs of acute urticaria, the patient needs to be quickly given emergency treatment, it is best to quickly take the patient to the nearest medical facility before it is too late.

When the weather changes suddenly, you are also susceptible to allergic rhinitis with symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes. Some people also have headaches...

Some people get headaches when the weather changes.

How to reserve

Weather allergies often occur at the change of seasons, or when the weather changes suddenly. Allergy symptoms vary from person to person, so when you detect symptoms of the disease, you need to quickly find a way to respond to prevent the risk of the allergic area spreading. For cases of common allergies, the following tips will hopefully help you prevent this disease.

As soon as you see the first signs of an allergic reaction, you can apply potato powder to the affected skin area for about 20 minutes. Do this regularly twice a day until the symptoms of the allergy disappear.

In addition, you can also mix lemon with 1 cup of warm water and a little honey in the lemon juice, drink it early in the morning when you wake up, drink it regularly for a few months, this method will help you improve your body's immune system.

Fruit juice is also considered as an effective treatment for allergies. Drinking fruit juice regularly is also a way to help the immune system stay strong to fight allergies.

You can also drink 1-2 cups of green tea daily with a little honey. This method is effective in treating allergies. Avoid smoking, drinking alcohol, exposure to dust and pollen, etc., which are risk factors for allergies.

If you have tried many ways, but the symptoms of the allergy do not show signs of improvement, you should quickly see a dermatologist for timely treatment. Patients should absolutely not arbitrarily buy and use allergy medication.

Depending on the type of weather allergy you have, there will be different preventive measures. For example, to prevent allergic rhinitis, the best way is to avoid contact with allergens. Keep your body temperature stable, avoid sudden or continuous changes in temperature. Avoid contact with dogs, cats, pollen, dust, cigarette smoke, etc.

If you are sitting in an air-conditioned room, you should only adjust the temperature to be about 1-2 degrees different from the outside weather. You should also stock up on anti-allergy medication in case the weather changes and take the medication as soon as you have mild symptoms. If you have severe symptoms, you should see an allergist for advice on medication.

To prevent seasonal allergy headaches, you should eat lots of green vegetables and fruits rich in vitamin C; drink enough 2 liters of water every day to regulate your body; exercise regularly to improve your health. You can also take supplements B1, B6, B12...

Avoid working in hot weather; in winter, wear warm clothes and keep your head warm; avoid noisy and crowded places that cause stuffy air leading to low blood pressure and headaches.

People with cold urticaria should avoid exposure to cold air and cold water as much as possible. For example, swimming in cold water is the most common cause of a severe whole-body reaction that can lead to fainting, shock, and death.

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