Hay fever season is slowly starting up again. Chances are you are already starting to experience some symptoms, or perhaps you are already in the middle of it. Fortunately, there are more and more things you can do to treat the symptoms of this allergy. Want to know what you can do? Then read on.

This seasonal ailment is an allergic reaction to pollen. Many of the symptoms can be compared to other allergic reactions, such as an allergy to dust. However, this allergy only occurs for a small part of the year. These are common symptoms of this temporary allergy:

• Sneezing and a runny nose, or on the contrary a blocked nose;
• Watery and itchy eyes that are sometimes also accompanied by redness;
• Sore throat, coughing and a scratchy throat;
• Shortness of breath;
• Itching of the nose, throat and ears.

Some extreme hay fever symptoms are nosebleeds and headaches. Fortunately, these do not occur often. The symptoms can vary as the amount of pollen in the air changes.

You can recognise complaints related to this allergy by the symptoms described above. In addition, hay fever can also develop later in life. This can be caused by a change in your immune system or a move to another area with more pollen, for example. You can get tested for this by your doctor or allergist if you are unsure whether you suffer from it.

If you suffer from this allergy, the peak is likely to be in May and June. However, it depends on which pollen you have trouble tolerating. Do you suffer from trees? Then March and April are the most unpleasant months for you. If you suffer from grasses, May to July is the worst season, and for herbs, you may be bothered the most from July to September.

A special calendar shows you when the pollen count will be at its worst. You can also check this hay fever radar to see what the forecast is for the near future.

Are you wondering what to do about this pollen allergy? There are various treatments and ways to reduce the symptoms or perhaps even prevent them. Below you can read about the best and most effective treatments.

A well-known remedy for this allergy is medication that suppresses an allergic reaction.

Well-known hay fever pills are cetirizine, loratadine or fexofenadine. These drugs block histamine, the substance that causes an allergic reaction. This can reduce symptoms such as sneezing and itching.

Many people also use nasal sprays. Sprays such as corticosteroids reduce inflammation in the nose and help with a blocked nose. Antihistamine nasal sprays work against sneezing and a runny nose. You can also use a saline solution to rinse the pollen from the nose and soothe the mucous membranes.

You can also use eye drops for itchy or burning eyes. Azelastine or sodium cromoglicate drops are best for this.

Are you looking for a long-term solution? If so, immunotherapy for hay fever may be a method to treat it. This only works if you suffer from severe symptoms for a long time and is not suitable for everyone. With this therapy, you slowly get your body used to the pollen through injections or tablets. It is not an easy process and the treatment usually takes 3-5 years.

You can also take preventative measures against this allergy. Here are some tips you can follow:

• Use an air purifier to avoid hay fever, especially air purifiers with a HEPA filter that removes pollen from the air.
• Keep the windows and doors closed on days with a lot of pollen and go outside as little as possible when there are strong winds.
• Take a shower and wash your clothes after you have been outside so that the pollen does not spread in the house.

Nowadays, more and more people are trying medical taping. This involves sticking elastic tape on the back and shoulders to stimulate the lymph system. This has not yet been fully scientifically proven, but many people do report that their symptoms are less severe.

Intranasal red light therapy is an effective method that is increasingly used for this allergy. With an intranasal laser, such as the IN-light laser, you use red light therapy through the nose to support the entire body. This allows you to reduce inflammation and soothe the mucous membranes, among other things, and you have less chance of allergic reactions.

Yes, red light therapy is an effective and natural treatment for hay fever. Several studies have shown that red light reduces inflammation in the nose and soothes the mucous membranes. This can relieve symptoms such as sneezing, a blocked nose and itching.

Red light penetrates deep into the tissues. This gives it an anti-inflammatory effect and reduces allergic reactions in the nasal passages.

The red light soothes the mucous membranes, reducing symptoms such as a blocked nose and sneezing.

Intranasal light therapy helps the cells to better stimulate, which strengthens the immune system. This makes you less susceptible to pollen.

Unlike certain hay fever pills, which can cause fatigue or a dry mouth, a red light has no side effects.

In addition, red light therapy also helps reduce allergic reactions and helps with other conditions such as asthma and rhinitis. This therapy improves the functioning of the airways and mucous membranes, allowing you to breathe more easily, for example.

With red light therapy from IN-light, it is possible to treat hay fever symptoms. This form of laser therapy acts directly on the mitochondria. This can strengthen your immune system, give you more energy and make you less susceptible to the symptoms of this allergy.

The IN-light laser can be used anywhere. At home on the sofa, in bed, while walking or at work. This way you don't have to make time and you have access to this form of light therapy anywhere. This way you can treat your symptoms without any effort!