Every spring, urban plane tree dust irritates eyes and noses. Keys to protect yourself without losing the benefits of these trees.
With the arrival of the warmer days, many cities in Argentina are filled with a fine, yellow dust that hovers in the air and is the legacy of the shade plantain when it is flowering. Although for some it goes unnoticed, for people who are sensitive it can be hell because it triggers an allergy and causes sneezing, itching, nasal congestion and general discomfort. What many people do not know is that it can activate the mucous membranes, even if one is not allergic.
This allergy phenomenon lasts for several weeks, usually during the end of August and beginning of December, since depends on climate and humidity. Dry and windy days intensify the presence of this dust, while rainy days help clean the environment and reduce the burden of irritation of the respiratory tract.
How to take care of yourself when “the bananas fall”
Specialists recommend a series of steps that people can follow if they suffer from any type of discomfort during falling dust to alleviate possible symptoms:
Avoid peak pollination hours
During the early morning and evening hours, the concentration of pollen and fibers in the air is usually highest. If you can, limit walking or outdoor exercise in those moments.
Physical barrier: glasses, light mask, appropriate clothing
A couple of large sunglasses They can protect the eyes from direct contact with particles. In more intense cases, wearing a lightweight mask, such as a face mask, helps filter out some of the environmental dust. When you return from outside, take off your used clothes and change to cleaner ones, as pollen may stick to them.
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Controlled ventilation indoors
During the most critical days with a lot of wind, Keeping windows closed can reduce the entry of particles. But it is also important renew the air When pollination decreases: do short ventilation and at less critical times.
Frequent nasal and eye hygiene
He nose wash with physiological saline Helps clear nasal passages of irritating dust. For the eyes, the lubricating drops They can relieve irritation and grittiness.
Medical consultation and preventive treatment
If the discomfort is intense or does not resolve with simple measures, it is best to consult an allergist. In some cases, antihistamines, nasal corticosteroids or immunotherapy can be evaluated to prevent the most bothersome symptoms.
Source: Ambito
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