Climate changeIt can also cause flooding and melting icebergs. It can also lead to an IncreaseIn pollen levels, extend the length of pollen-season. cause morePollen-related health issues
Hay is caused by pollen grains that land on the nasal or eye membranes. Fever” (allergic rhinoitis) One in five people. This can often lead to a blocked or runny nose, itchy eyes and a runny nose.
People with asthma who are prone to a flare up during the pollen season are more at risk.
Pollen can also cause symptoms thunderstorm asthmaEven in those Those who haven’t been diagnosedAsthma and Hay fever.
What is thunderstorm asthma?
Thunderstorms causeThis is a rapid rise in humidity and temperature. This It can lead toWhole grass pollen grains can burst into tiny particles, which can cause thunderstorm asthma.
Because of this, a lot of people – even those with no known asthma – can be affected.
The largest thunderstorm asthma event occurred in Melbourne during the 2016 grass pollen season – some 10,000 peoplewere affected, and hospitals emergency departments were over-capacity. At least 3,000 respiratory-related cases. Ten people died that night from asthma.
Who is at highest risk of developing thunderstorm asthma?
Even people without a history or asthma are vulnerable to stormy asthma. Research has shown that some people are more sensitive to pollen than others. This includes:
We found that people with these characteristics were most likely to be successful in our research. Co-existing allergiesPeople with multiple allergic conditions, such as asthma or hay fever, are more likely to be affected by pollen than those who have asthma alone.
Pollen can cause harm in other ways, too.
Even in the absence of thunderstorms, pollen can be used alone. causeAsthma attacks that require hospitalizations, respiratory symptoms like wheezing, runny nose and reduced lung function making it difficult to breathe, and asthma attacks that result in hospitalizations.
Even though there is a low death rate, allergies and hay fever can lead to further complications. burdensThese include additional healthcare costs Poorer mental and physical health.
Research that we have yet to publish has shown that grass pollen can trigger an increase in immune response, which may lead to an increased risk of eczema flare-ups in children.
Other studiesResearch has shown that children suffering from eczema have more symptoms, such as an increased intensity of itching and rash when exposed to high levels of grass pollen.
What can you do to prepare?
What can you do to prepare yourself for the grass pollen season, and the possibility of thunderstorm asthma?
- Get the Victorian Emergency App for your state, which can alert you to thunderstorms.
- Pay attention to pollen counts (see below)
- Keep windows and doors locked on days with high levels of pollen
- Use air purifiers
- High pollen counts and thunderstorm asthma alerts can make it difficult to stay indoors.
- If you have a garden, plant non-allergenic flowers
- Wear a face mask. MasksThey have been shown to be extremely effective in reducing the chance of COVID-19Infection and pollen-induced respiratory symptoms
- Consider taking anti-asthma medicines. Over-the-counter remedies are also available. Preventer medications provide stronger protection but must be prescribed by a doctor. Preventive medications should also be taken in cases of severe hay fever or pollen-induced asthma.
- Use antihistamines such Zyrtec as needed. It does not cure or prevent asthma.
You are at high risk for thunderstorm asthma if you have symptoms such as hay fever, asthma, or hay fever. Keep an eye out for warning signs and stay out of the storm. To keep yourself safe, make sure you see your doctor. Your doctor can help you determine the right treatment.
Our research has shown that pollen exposure can lead to a variety of health problems. Lagged effecton the lungs. As a result, asthma attacks and other respiratory symptoms may occur as soon as possible. It’s okay to forget to take your medications as soon as possible. If it becomes severe, you should go to the hospital.
The following websites provide useful daily pollen information for Australia: AirRaterOder AusPollen.
Shyamali dharmage, NHMRC Professorial fellow The University of Melbourne; Jo DouglassProfessor of Medicine: The University of MelbourneAnd Sabrina Idrose– PhD Candidate The University of Melbourne
This article was republished by The ConversationUse the Creative Commons license Please read the Original article.
