Wormwood ambrosia pollen
Pollen from wormwood plants, known to cause hay fever and exacerbate asthma during its blooming season.
Description
- Sneezing
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Itchy, watery, red eyes
- Itchy throat or ears
- Coughing
- In people with asthma, potential worsening of asthma symptoms, including wheezing and shortness of breath
People with a wormwood ambrosia (ragweed) pollen allergy may experience Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS) when they consume certain foods that cross-react with the pollen. These can include:
- Bananas
- Melons (such as watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew)
- Zucchinis and cucumbers
- Sunflower seeds
- Chamomile tea (as chamomile is related to ragweed)
- If you experience typical hay fever symptoms such as sneezing, nasal congestion, and itchy eyes during late summer to fall, which is the typical blooming period for ragweed.
- If you notice these symptoms becoming more pronounced in areas known for high ragweed pollen counts.
- If you experience adverse reactions after consuming foods that cross-react with ragweed pollen.
- If over-the-counter allergy medications do not provide sufficient relief.
- Stay indoors on days with high pollen counts, particularly during windy days or early morning hours when pollen release is at its peak.
- Keep windows and doors closed during the ragweed pollen season.
- Use air purifiers with HEPA filters in your home and car.
- Shower and change clothes after outdoor exposure during the ragweed season.
- Consider using antihistamines, nasal corticosteroids, or eye drops for symptom relief.
- Consult with an allergist for more severe cases, potentially exploring options like allergen immunotherapy.
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