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Self-help: Preventing allergic rhinitis

The following measures are all aimed at maintaining an allergen-free environment in your home. Tips on preventing perennial allergic rhinitis include:

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• Avoid keeping furry animals as pets if you are allergic to them.
• Replace pillows and quilts containing animal materials such as duck feathers with those containing synthetic stuffing.
• Cover mattresses with plastic.
• Remove dust-collecting items such as upholstered furniture and curtains if possible.

To help prevent the symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever, the following measures may be effective:

• Avoid areas with long grass or where grass is being cut.
• In summer, keep doors and windows closed and spend as much time as possible in air-conditioned buildings.
• Try to stay inside during late morning and early evening when the pollen count is highest.
• Make sure your car is fitted with an effective pollen filter.
• When outside, wear sunglasses to help to prevent eye irritation.

BMA Complete Family Health Guide Copyright © 2005 Dorling Kindersley

Posted 09.09.2010

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