About hay fever

 What is hay fever?

Hay fever is an immune response caused by pollen that enters the body.


In general, an immune response is a good reaction for the body, but a reaction that has a negative effect on the body, such as an excessive reaction that interferes with life, is called an allergy.


In the case of hay fever, the body tries to get the pollen out by "sneezing" or "snot" or "tears" to wash it away. Other symptoms include "rough skin" and "coughing and asthma".


Until the onset of hay fever

Even if pollen enters the body, it does not mean that you will get hay fever immediately.


When pollen enters the body of a person with an allergic predisposition, antibodies are made against the pollen (antigen). Depending on the person, the period may vary, but if you are exposed to pollen for years to decades and have a sufficient amount of antibody, you will develop symptoms of hay fever such as sneezing, runny nose, and tears. This is the onset of hay fever.


In recent years, the amount of scattered pollen has increased, and even small children have become sick with pollinosis.


Prevention and treatment of hay fever

To alleviate or delay the onset of hay fever, getting the right knowledge and information and avoiding pollen is the basis of prevention.


In your daily life, make effective use of pollen information, prevent pollen by wearing clothes, masks, glasses, etc. when you go out, and do not bring pollen into your house when you return home.


Also, as a general precaution, getting a good night's sleep and developing a regular lifestyle are important for maintaining normal immune function. To keep the mucous membranes of your throat and nose normal, try not to catch a cold, drink too much alcohol, or smoke.


To prevent the onset and exacerbation of pollinosis

Try to live a regular life and have a well-balanced diet.

Keep pollen out of your house or body by diligently cleaning the room, washing your hands, gargle, and washing your face after going out.

Use pollen information (Ministry of the Environment pollen observation system (nickname: Hanako-san) (external link)) and avoid going out on days with a lot of scattering or hanging laundry outside.

Use preventive goods (masks, glasses, hats, gloves, clothing, etc.) to avoid pollen.

If you have symptoms of hay fever, do not self-diagnose and see a medical institution. You can receive medical treatment at otolaryngology, ophthalmology, and allergies. When searching for a nearby medical institution, please use "Kyoto Health and Medical Care Yorozu Net (external link)".

Please consult with your medical institution or pharmacy about the medicines you should take.

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