If you suffer from nasal allergies, you aren't alone. Allergic rhinitis affects nearly one in six Americans, according to National Public Radio (NPR), and the accompanying symptoms of sneezing, sniffling and stuffiness are far from fun. But what can you do about it?
The Academy of Otolaryngology recently released new guidelines to help those suffering from nasal allergies find symptom relief. Here are the top recommendations:
- Acupuncture may help: According to the doctors of the Academy, there have been compelling studies showing that acupuncture may help alleviate the symptoms of year-round and seasonal allergies.
- Go to your pharmacy: Many effective allergy solutions and medications can be found over-the-counter at your local drug store. If you need guidance, ask your pharmacist to help you find a product that will address your symptoms.
- See your physician: Tell your doctor about your symptoms, so you can get officially diagnosed. "Let them look at you so they can make the decision if you have environmental allergies," one of the authors of the guidelines told NPR. "Sometimes what people think are allergies are not allergies."
- Surgery is an option: For patients with chronic blocked nasal passages, nasal surgery is an option. However, individuals should try other remedies first, because surgery is usually a last resort solution.
If these suggestions don't help, then it may be time to see an allergy specialist to pinpoint the exact nature of your problem and find other treatment options. Contact Allergy Be Gone to find out about allergy prevention methods that may work for you and your family. Nobody lives their best life when they're suffering from allergy symptoms, so take action today and thank yourself tomorrow.
