Stay Healthy During Allergy Season

Struggling with seasonal allergies? Lavender Healthcare & Wellness in Sarasota is here to help. Allergies affect millions each year, triggered by dust, pet dander, pollen, mold, and other irritants. Symptoms like a runny nose, sneezing, and hives occur when the body overreacts to these allergens. Often mistaken for a cold or flu, seasonal allergies are triggered by environmental factors prevalent during certain times of the year. Our experienced medical team offers effective treatments to help you enjoy a healthier life.

Common Seasonal Allergy Symptoms

Seasonal allergies can cause a variety of symptoms, including:

• Runny or congested nose
• Asthma
• Sore or itchy throat
• Puffy, itchy, or watery eyes
• Frequent ear infections
• Sinus headaches
• Nasal polyps
• Conjunctivitis (eye irritation)
• Muscle/joint pain
• Skin rashes and eczema
• Mental issues like confusion, slow thinking, depression, and forgetfulness
• Post-nasal drip
• Sneezing

Allergies can also lead to respiratory problems like chronic cough, bronchitis, and trouble sleeping.

Tips to Reduce Allergy Exposure

• Stay indoors on dry, windy days.
• Delegate lawn mowing and gardening tasks or wear a pollen mask.
• Change clothes and shower after being outside.
• Avoid hanging laundry outside.
• Start allergy medications before symptoms begin when pollen counts are high.
• Keep doors and windows closed during high pollen times.
• Use high-efficiency filters in your HVAC system.
• Use a dehumidifier to keep indoor air dry.
• Clean with a vacuum that has a HEPA filter.

Over-the-Counter Remedies

Nonprescription medications can help ease allergy symptoms, including:

• Oral Antihistamines: Relieve sneezing, itching, runny nose, and watery eyes (e.g., Claritin, Zyrtec, Allegra).
• Oral Decongestants: Provide temporary relief from nasal stuffiness (e.g., Sudafed).
• Nasal Spray Decongestants: Provide temporary relief but should not be used long-term (e.g., Afrin).
• Nasal Sprays: Effective when used before symptoms start (e.g., cromolyn sodium).
• Combination Medications: Combine an antihistamine with a decongestant (e.g., Claritin-D).

Advanced Treatments

If home remedies aren’t enough, visit us for professional help. We can perform skin or blood tests to identify your specific allergens. Treatments may include prescription medications or allergy shots (immunotherapy), which gradually reduce your immune system’s reaction to allergens.

Frequently Asked Questions About Seasonal Allergies

Is It Seasonal Allergies or a Cold?

If you have a fever or general aches and pains, you likely have a cold. Either way, Lavender Sarasota can help.

What Are Some Common Treatments for Seasonal Allergies?

Nasal steroid sprays, antihistamines, and decongestants are commonly used. Some are available over the counter, while others may require a prescription.

How Can I Identify My Allergy Triggers?

Our providers can help identify your triggers through targeted questions and tests during your visit.

What Causes My Seasonal Allergies?

Common triggers include animal dander, mold, mildew, dust mites, and pollen from trees, grass, and weeds.

Why Choose Lavender Healthcare & Wellness?

Our in-house lab offers fast, accurate results, reducing costs and providing timely care. At Lavender Healthcare & Wellness, we strive to deliver the best healthcare in a kind, caring, and economical manner, ensuring convenience for all our patients.

Contact Us:

Phone: (941) 364-4379

Address: 2901 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239

Hours: Open 7 days a week

Visit us today for relief and better health!