Expert Tips on How to Fight Allergy Season in West Texas

The last thing you want to do is suffer through the puffy eyes and runny nose all day from west Texas allergies. Well, thanks to help from allergy relief experts at Allermi, we can be better prepared when tissue season rolls around!

 Say It, Don't Spray It

Allergy season in Texas varies throughout the year depending on where you happen to live. For example, west Texas gets hit the hardest around February and April, but north Texas will see their allergy season around the months of December and January.

Tree pollen, especially that of oak and cedar, is mostly common across the state since many male flowers release yellow pollen in large amounts that can stick to houses and cars throughout Texas neighborhoods.

Other common allergens throughout the state include the following:

• Juniper trees
• Ash trees
• Bermuda grass
• Johnson grass
• Ragweed

Some Texans may suffer more severe symptoms than others, but typically they involve sneezing, runny noses and coughing, itchy eyes, headaches, and congestion.

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How to Prepare for Allergy Season in West Texas

According to Allermi, you should begin each day by looking at the forecasted pollen count to plan your activities accordingly. They also advise that, for those more allergy-sensitive, you limit your outdoor exposure as much as you can. If you must be outside, avoid areas dense with trees, flowers, or grasses.

Air purifiers can also be a huge help by removing bothersome allergens like pollen, dust, and pet dander. Just make sure you regularly change the filters.

Showering and changing clothes after being outside can help fight allergic responses as well, and for those with severe reactions, shots and medications prescribed by a doctor may be the way to go.

Happy sneezing!