Arming Yourself Against Asthma and Allergy SeasonLonger days, warmer weather, and more time spent outdoors – spring time is here. But for some spring doesn’t always bring such pleasant symptoms. For millions of Americans – spring means sneezing, wheezing and coughing – especially for asthma sufferers.
Pharm D, Dr. Stefanie Ferreri, explains that because the majority of the country had such a mild winter, plants are blooming sooner and so is allergy season. “For people who suffer from seasonal allergies or asthma, an early spring means a long road of symptoms this year.”
But there are ways to fight and manage symptoms. From changing the detergents to knowing which medicine to choose – spring time can still be fun and symptom free.
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