What causes nasal allergy congestion?
Allergies happen when the immune system treats certain harmless substances as allergens, which your body considers a threat.1 When you’re exposed to these small antigens, your body produces antibodies and histamines, which cause allergic and inflammatory reactions.1 The result — you guessed it — is nasal allergy congestion and other allergy symptoms.1
Tips for managing nasal allergy congestion
Use a dehumidifier: Try out a dehumidifier to help reduce mold and dust mites.2
Use a saline spray: Use a saline nasal spray daily to wash airborne allergens from your nose.3
Avoid allergens: Prevention is a great way to manage allergies before they start. Keep your home clean and free of pet dander, dust, and other indoor allergens. Installing air cleaners with certified asthma and allergy friendly filters is an effective way to reduce allergens. 2
Avoid chlorine: Chlorinated pools can irritate your nasal passages4 — so if you’re going to take a dip, make it count.
Quit smoking: Avoid tobacco smoke and don't let anyone smoke in your home or car. If you're a smoker, try to quit.5
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References
1. Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, Editors. "Allergies." https://www.aafa.org/allergies.aspx
2. Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, Editors. "Control Allergens to Improve Indoor Air Quality." https://www.aafa.org/control-indoor-allergens/
3. Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, Editors. "Allergy Treatment." https://www.aafa.org/allergy-treatments/
4. American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, Editors. "Chlorine Allergy." https://acaai.org/allergies/allergic-conditions/chlorine-allergy/
5. American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, Editors. "Environmental Allergen Avoidance." https://acaai.org/allergies/management-treatment/living-with-allergies/environmental-allergy-avoidance/
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