By Courtney Markewich

Pollen peak leads to spike in allergies

Sep 23, 2014 | 5:31 PM

While some people might be flocking outdoors with the warm September weather, those who have allergies are likely suffering as pollen levels hit their fall spike.

Jill Hubick, health promotion coordinator with the Lung Association of Saskatchewan, says September usually brings a spike in both allergies and asthma symptoms.

“At the Lung Association of Saskatchewan, we refer to it as the September Spike. And that's largely due to a rise in pollen. Pollen peaks this time of year as well as ragweed. And a lot of those types of allergies are very common.”

Hubick said while the best medicine for allergies is avoidance, she knows pollens, grass, trees and dust often can't be avoided.

“If avoidance isn't possible, perhaps looking at some treatments. Some of the most basic treatments may be nasal allergy treatments…some people find it beneficial to take some antihistamines this time of year.”

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The best way to combat allergens, Hubick says, is to know which ones you react to. A person can see an allergist to help determine that and find other options to treat the symptoms.

Hubick also reminds asthma sufferers to have an action plan; allergies sometimes make asthma worse so it is best to have a plan of what to do in the event of an asthma attack.

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