HEALTH Allergic disorders are preventable Prof. Dr. Necla Songür, from Memorial Antalya Hospital, Department of Chest Diseases provided information on fall allergies and ways of protection from them. One needs to get maximum benefits from the sun Factors such as transitioning from summer to fall and temperature changes carry a big importance, because while preparing for winter, fall brings out the physical changes in people. Consequently, a period of adaptation between human and nature starts. After spending long periods continuously outdoors in the summer, fall arrives, temperatures suddenly start cooling and causing people to return indoors. Therefore, fewer benefits are acquired from the sun, yet it is very important to benefit from the sun’s effect in the fall just as much. It can lead to depression Even if it is fall, spending time outdoors provides more benefits from the sun as well as protection from seasonal depression. During this season as the sun becomes less, some hormones are released more. That in turn places a person in a more depressive emotional position. However, during this period people who have respiratory allergies have to be more protective towards environmental factors. A need to pay attention to environmental factors that trigger allergies In the fall main allergens that cause allergic reactions to surface are house dust mites. Another cause is the moisture factor. With rains increasing, falling leaves staying in damp environments opens the road for mold spores come into the scene. Because these spores spread with the wind, being outdoors may increase the difficulties of those who suffer from mold spore allergies. Also during this period, another important allergen that triggers allergic reactions is wild weeds. The pollens from wild weeds that start to spread starting mid-August to end of November, with mold spores that increase with rain and dust mites which are formed in the home alongside environmental factors trigger upper respiratory allergies and asthma. Pay attention to these symptoms! • Itchy and watery eyes • Stuffy nose • Increase in runny nose and throat • Itchy or choky feeling in the throat • Dry cough • Chronic fatigue • Shortness of breath • Prolonged or persistent chronic cough • Wheezing or whistling sounds in the chest • Itchy feeling in front of the chest First treatment for allergy is prevention In the fall, with cooling weather, sudden temperature changes, increase in air pollution and viruses that can cause outbreaks, respiratory system allergies are triggered. People with allergic constitution must be very careful during this season and especially ones who have respiratory allergies must protect themselves against environmental factors. First of all the cause of the allergy must be found, windows should be kept closed during the time periods when pollens are intense, air conditioning systems and air filters must be used in the home, being outdoors between the hours of 10:00 - 16:00 when pollens are intense must be avoided, shower must be taken after reaching home, all clothes must be changed, no exercise should be made where pollen level is high, masks covering mouth and nose must be used. Asthma patients are under risk During this period infections stand out a lot more, as change in the temperature makes it easier for viral and bacterial infections to come out. People who suffer from asthma and respiratory allergies have to be more careful than others against respiratory infections, because, these people can catch the flu a lot easier. Because flu will trigger present allergies and as the body ends up having to fight the flu along with the allergy, the body’s immune system weakens. Weakining of the immune system will prolong healing, increase use of medication and if this turns chronic it can become fatal. 9 preventive measures for protection from allergic disorders • In order to strengthen body’s resistance, pay attention to consuming protein-rich foods such as fish, milk, eggs, red and white meat • Besides protein group, do not neglect calcium-heavy nutrition such as green leafy seasonal vegetables, milk and yogurt • Stay away from foods that have been kept in storage and frozen, as much as possible • Consume seasonal fruits and vegetables • To strengthen the immune system, take pro-biotic, vitamin and mineral supplements • Try to get 6-7 hours of sleep each day • During the day whenever you get the chance, take benefits of fresh air and the sun • Exercise at least 5 days a week. Prefer to swim, which is especially advised to allergic individuals • Choose suitable clothing in the fall while the temperature changes are in effect, dress in clothes that are neither too thick nor too thin 26 <strong>Kasım</strong> <strong>2017</strong>
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