Surviving Spring Allergies Make an Appointment Ask a Question Search Conditions This information has been reviewed and approved by Ann Mullen, AE-C, CNS, MSN, RN (February 2015). 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 Pollen Count How Global Warming Is Making Allergies Worse Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology Division of Allergy & Clinical Immunology Make an Appointment Find a Doctor Want to use this on your website? Fill out the content usage request form and then copy this code: or download our Surviving Spring Allergies infographic poster (pdf).