5 places you should avoid if you have allergies

• April 18, 2024

According to World Allergy Organization (WAO) , between 30% to 40% of the population worldwide lives with some type of allergy, either respiratory or cutaneous.

Independent of its origin, allergies are characterized by a hypersensitivity; example, irritation, rashes, nasal discharge and inflammation.

To prevent these diseases from affecting your daily life, GetQoralHealth presents you with a list of the five places that most contribute to the appearance of allergies:

1. Stores of books and libraries. They are humid environments rich in cellulose, starch and organic materials (books), which contribute to the growth of fungi. Organisms that turn, through the spores, becomes major allergic agents.

2. Forest . It is a space where there is a wide diversity of plants and trees, which through the bark, resin, leaves can generate irritant or allergic dermatitis. Not being a usual place for notros causes greater vulnerability.

3. Gardens and park. Although common, and seemingly harmless, these are a variety of insects that through their bites can generate side effects.

4. Summer residences. They have been closed for a long time, which can be a trigger for allergies since it is a possible focus of mites. Although the concentration of these is lower in winter and summer, it must be taken into account that the climate of the coastal zones favors it. It is best to clean the house well before moving.

5. Beaches and pools. According to Spanish Society of Allergology and Clinical Immunology (SEAIC) , these places can generate some type of allergy for two reasons: the excessive concentration of chlorine and exposure to the sun. It should also be taken into account that there are chemical agents in the sea that produce them.

Only a specialist can tell you what type of allergy you suffer, and what is the best way to treat it. Beware!