Understanding & Treating Indoor Allergies: Symptoms & Relief

Indoor allergies are caused when your body perceives indoor irritants as a threat. At that point, it causes an immune system response that produces the allergic symptoms. Check with a doctor to tell whether or not what you are experiencing truly is allergies.

Diagnosis

• Your doctor/allergist most likely will evaluate your history and perform a basic examination along with a skin test and possibly even blood work.

Symptoms

• Common symptoms of allergies include, nasal congestion, runny nose, itchy and watery eyes, headaches, sneezing, coughing and a sore throat.

Indoor Allergens

• The most common indoor allergens include dust mites, animal dander, mold spores and feces.

Treatments

• Treatment options for allergies include antihistamines, corticosteroids/NSAIDs, decongestants, nasal sprays, allergy shots and brochodilators.

Prevention

• Some tips to keep indoor allergies at bay include dusting frequently, investing in hardwood floors, grooming pets on a regular basis and cleaning often.