Post by account_disabled on Mar 14, 2024 1:49:45 GMT -5
More and more children are suffering from pollen allergies, however, in the youngest children, who are not able to describe their symptoms precisely, not all parents know how to identify it, sometimes believing that it is a spring cold. What are the symptoms of pollen allergy? Itchy eyes and/or redness or tearing of the eyes Nasal itching and/or runny nose Itchy throat/frequent throat clearing Presence of repetitive sneezing itchy ears Respiratory symptoms: fatigue, wheezing in the chest, tightness in the chest, or nighttime cough Discomfort or irritability resulting from all these symptoms Differences between spring cold and allergy Although some of these symptoms are also common in colds, in allergies we will not find the presence of fever, low-grade fever or muscle pain.
Furthermore, the symptoms are not usually present throughout the day, but rather appear outdoors mainly or They get worse in a specific space (school yard, park, field, etc.). The average duration of a cold is usually around a week, while the allergy will last until the pollination of the plant that produces it ends; Also, the mucus in a cold usually thickens, which does not happen in an allergic condition. How to deal with pollen allergies in children If our child presents these symptoms BYB Directory with the arrival of spring, it is necessary that we consult the pediatrician, if there are respiratory symptoms he will probably refer us to the allergist, but, if not, the primary pediatrician himself can also prescribe medication to alleviate the annoying symptoms. of allergy. There are also a series of tips that we can follow to minimize, as much as possible, your child's exposure to pollen.
Identify which specific plant our child is allergic to, thinking about which spaces make their symptoms worse. If we can identify the plant, we can find out about its pollination period to try to avoid it as much as possible. Ventilate the house in the morning, when the pollen concentration is lower, for half an hour. Keep windows closed at night. Do not hang clothes outdoors during the pollination season. Avoid, as far as possible, the child traveling by bicycle. When traveling by car, keep the windows closed. Clean the vehicle's pollen filters. Wearing sunglasses outdoors will also improve all eye symptoms. Try, within the possibilities, to prioritize leisure and free time activities indoors during the time when our child shows more symptoms.
Furthermore, the symptoms are not usually present throughout the day, but rather appear outdoors mainly or They get worse in a specific space (school yard, park, field, etc.). The average duration of a cold is usually around a week, while the allergy will last until the pollination of the plant that produces it ends; Also, the mucus in a cold usually thickens, which does not happen in an allergic condition. How to deal with pollen allergies in children If our child presents these symptoms BYB Directory with the arrival of spring, it is necessary that we consult the pediatrician, if there are respiratory symptoms he will probably refer us to the allergist, but, if not, the primary pediatrician himself can also prescribe medication to alleviate the annoying symptoms. of allergy. There are also a series of tips that we can follow to minimize, as much as possible, your child's exposure to pollen.
Identify which specific plant our child is allergic to, thinking about which spaces make their symptoms worse. If we can identify the plant, we can find out about its pollination period to try to avoid it as much as possible. Ventilate the house in the morning, when the pollen concentration is lower, for half an hour. Keep windows closed at night. Do not hang clothes outdoors during the pollination season. Avoid, as far as possible, the child traveling by bicycle. When traveling by car, keep the windows closed. Clean the vehicle's pollen filters. Wearing sunglasses outdoors will also improve all eye symptoms. Try, within the possibilities, to prioritize leisure and free time activities indoors during the time when our child shows more symptoms.