Are you feeling the spring fever yet?

Not everyone can enjoy spring. Do you know that feeling when your eyes itch and your nose is constantly running? In Switzerland, about 20% of the population suffers from hay fever. Pollen allergy is often hereditary. Typical symptoms include: sneezing fits, a runny nose, nasal congestion, difficulty breathing through the nose, itchy and watery eyes, itching in the roof of the mouth, nose, and ears, hoarseness, and a tickling sensation in the throat. If left untreated for a long period of time, a pollen allergy can develop into allergic asthma; this is referred to as “cross-reactivity.” The diagnosis is made through a comprehensive medical consultation as well as skin and blood tests. Various medications in the form of nasal sprays, eye drops, or tablets/drops can be used to treat the symptoms of a pollen allergy. Complementary medical treatments have also proven effective.

These tips are also helpful:
- During pollen season, only air
out the room briefly in bursts - Wear
sunglasses outdoors - Wash your hair in the evening to minimize the amount of pollen that gets
into bed - Store
the clothes you’ve worn outside the bedroom - Rinse your nose in the morning and evening with a seawater spray or saline solution

Come see us and let us advise you. Together, we’ll find the best treatment for your allergy symptoms.