Hay Fever: Doctors Reveal The ONE Summer Drink That Can Make Symptoms Worse

New Delhi: The pollen season is at its peak and there are many struggling with hay fever now. It indeed is the most difficult time of the year for people allergic to pollen. Most people are sensitive to pollen and the allergens released by grass which results in hay fever. To treat this, a proper kit comes handy including wipes, balms and eye drops. But as it seems, there is a common summer drink that can make the symptoms way worse, especially when the running or blocked nose does not seem to get better. It is beer and in some cases, wine.

Doctors say that beer and wine contain histamine, a compound which causes blood vessels in the nasal passage to dilate thereby worsening congestion. Therefore, in order to alleviate the same, one must drink lots of water and warm fluids like broths and herbal teas to get relief from irritated throat or stuffy nose. Smoking can also heighten the risk of fever symptoms worsening.

What are the symptoms of hay fever?

Hay fever is a common allergic condition and its symptoms occur when there is a reaction to pollen. The symptoms of hay fever are:

1. Runny nose
2. Blocked nose
3. Itchy throat, ears, nose and mouth
4. Cough
5. Frequent sneezing
6. Itchy, watery, red eyes
7. Loss of smell
8. Headaches
9. Ear pain
10. Facial pain
11. Tiredness
12. Fatigue

Asthma patients may experience their symptoms getting worse during hay fever. For better management of the same, one must change clothes regularly and shower after coming from outside. This helps prevent pollen from sticking to everything around.

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