Surviving Spring Allergies

This information has been reviewed and approved by Eileen Wang, MD, MPH (May 2023).

Summary: Surviving Spring Allergies

Use these tips to manage spring allergy symptoms.

Cool Wisely

• Use an air conditioner
• Do not use window or attic fans
• Avoid humidifiers and swamp coolers (possible molds)

Clean Up

• Use a saline nasal wash
• Change clothes and wash or shower away any pollen

Block Wind

• Use a scarf or mask on windy days

Know Triggers

• Weeds - late summer
• Trees - early spring
• Grasses - late spring, early summer
• Molds - mid summer in warmer states, year round in southern/western states

Garden Carefully

• Avoid exposure to fertilizers and pesticides
• Do not mow the lawn (have someone mow it for you)
• Stay away from piles of leaves and branches (possible molds)

Count Pollens

• Keep home doors and windows and car windows closed during pollen season (especially when pollen counts are high)
• Stay inside during afternoons and evenings when pollen levels are highest

Take Medication

• Consistently take doctor-recommended medicines and treatments

More Information on Allergies

• Nasal Wash
• Allergy Overview
• Allergy Treatment Programs
• How Global Warming Is Making Allergies Worse
• Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology
• Division of Allergy & Clinical Immunology
• Make an Appointment
• Find a Doctor

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