10 tips to combat allergies

• April 24, 2024

According to the Mexican Federation of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery (FESORMEX), at this time of year it is common to find people with irritations in eyes, nose and constant sneezing during a short period of time. The confusion with a flu it is inevitable, but the absence of fever and sudden disappearance of discomforts, rules out the possibility of being sick.

The conclusion, for the FESORMEX, is that it is a allergy . This is controlled under appropriate treatment, although it is not possible to erase the genetic information. There is no cure to eliminate this condition. The only treatment, until today, are vaccines and some changes in lifestyle habits.

However, the FESORMEX suggests you follow these simple, but effective recommendations, in order to prevent any allergy that may appear in these months:

1. Remove from the room objects that accumulate dust such as: carpet, rugs, cloth curtains, and quilts 2. Avoid stuffed animals, feathers or wool inside the room and closet 3. Wipe every day with a damp cloth household furniture 4. Aspirate the mattress weekly when the patient is not at home; if possible, sun it every two weeks for two hours and cover it with plastic covers. 5. Use foam rubber pillows covered in plastic and with a cotton cover. 6. Avoid the use of wool pajamas and blankets. 7. Ventilate the room in the mornings and closing the windows in the evening 8. Avoid humidity throughout the house 9. The best option is to use plastic or metal blinds in room 10. No smoke , or be near someone who does

Other options to reduce the risk of suffering some type of allergy , are away from outdoor activities, especially between 05:00 and 10:00, which is when there is more pollen in the atmosphere and use a mask of cloth or paper that filters the air, only if it is necessary.

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