Allergy to flowering: symptoms, causes and treatment

One of the varieties of allergy, is pollinosis - an allergy to blooming or allergic rhinoconjunctivitis.

It is seasonal in nature, usually manifested in the spring, when the air is saturated with pathogens of allergies.

The provoking factor of disease development is the flowering of certain plant species, the pollen of which is the causative agent.

Features

Sometimes the appearance of an allergen is promoted by a variety of environmental influences, changing its own protein composition, forming foreign substances - autoallergens. In response to their repeated manifestation, the body produces autoantibodies.

Autoallergens, accumulating in the body, are not only in the blood, but also they are firmly connected to the cells of various organs( conflict - autoallergen, autoantibody).Allergens, also with further penetration into the body, combine with antibodies bound directly to the cells, causing a conflict - allergen, antibody.


As a result of such conflicts, various harmful substances that have a damaging effect are formed on the cell surface. These are:

• histamines and leukotrienes;
  
• serotonin, bradykinin and many other substances.

A characteristic feature of these substances is the ability to cause:

• weakness and increased permeability of small blood vessels;
  
• appearance of edema( as a consequence);
  
• increased function of small glands of mucous membranes, the result - increased mucus secretion;
  
• increased contraction of smooth muscles.

All these manifestations underlie some acute allergic manifestations or exacerbation of a chronic allergic disease. It is not uncommon for cases of cross-allergy caused by intolerance of certain food products, in which an allergic reaction occurs in response to pollen of related plants.

Or when pollinosis occurs in response to the introduction of various types of pollen - a combined allergy( polyvalent).

Symptoms of flower allergy

The first symptoms of an allergy may appear long before the appearance of a provoking factor( flowering).

Half the allergy sufferers a week before flowering, there are signs of tearing and redness of the eyes. During this period, it is still possible to take appropriate measures and reduce the severity of symptoms in the future.

Symptoms manifests as a typical rhinitis with the presence of characteristic signs:

• manifestations of cold symptoms( runny nose and nasal congestion);
  
• with shortness of breath and shortness of breath;
  
• with sneezing attacks.

Mucus of nasal sinuses has a liquid, transparent structure.

Allergic conjunctivitis:

• with edema and reddening of the eyes;
  
• is a photophobia;
  
• sensation of "rubbish" in the eyes.

Paroxysmal manifestations of bronchial asthma:

• shortness of breath;
  
• frequent, exhausting cough.

Atopic dermatitis:

• by itching;
  
• by rashes on the skin;
  
• appearance on the skin of mopping up, or dry vesicles.

If the symptoms worsen, there is a threat of angioedema.

Prevention

Timely preventive measures allow you to take control of the aggressive manifestation of allergy to flowering. These include:

• as little as possible contact with an external stimulus - cut walks, especially in hot or windy weather.
  
• window curtains with damp, transparent curtains, for the detention of pollen.
  
• , so that the pollen does not stay on the body, coming home to wash the head and body.
  
• mandatory change of clothes after walking.
  
• to prevent the ingress of an allergen with air, close the windows by moving in the car.
  
• if possible, at the time of flowering, to change the climatic conditions.
  
• long before the beginning of flowering, it is necessary to normalize the work of the digestive tract, strengthen the immune system, carry out prophylaxis for helminthiases that provoke hypersensitivity to the allergen.

Quite simple rules, the implementation of which will help to avoid many problems. See also what to do if you are allergic to the sun and food allergies.

Treatment of allergy to flowering

Treatment of pollen depends on the flowering season, the stage of allergic manifestations and individual characteristics of the patient.

Therapeutic measures consist in the appointment of medications, designed not only to reduce the acute manifestation of symptoms, but also to protect vulnerable targets( organs) from the influence of allergens.

Pharmacotherapy is the main method for treating bloom allergy. It includes:

1. 1) Antihistamines included in the non-steroid group. A characteristic feature of the drug is a decrease in the production of histamine, which helps suppress allergy aggressiveness. Recommended intake during the entire flowering period, even if there is no obvious symptomatology.
   
2. 2) Glucocorticosteroid preparations are effective in skin inflammations and skin manifestations, usually contained in ointments and creams. They have a delayed effect, because they act through the skin. Therefore, the reception is recommended in the composition of medicinal preparations, for the rapid reduction of the process.
   
3. 3) Antihistamines have a rapid stopping effect and are prescribed for symptomatic treatment, with the manifestation of conjunctivitis and rhinitis.
   
4. 4) Preventive, individually selected preparations are shown.
   
5. 5) Compliance with hypoallergenic diet.

Any form of blooming allergy should be treated under the supervision of a physician. Self-medication can cause irreversible consequences.

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