Inhalation / Environmental Allergy

What is it?
Inhalation or environmental allergies occur when the immune system overreacts to harmless airborne particles like pollen, dust, or pet dander.

Common Allergens

• Pollen (trees, grasses, weeds)
• Dust mites
• Mold spores
• Pet dander (cats, dogs, rodents)
• Cockroach droppings
• Cigarette smoke or strong odors

Symptoms

• Sneezing, runny or blocked nose
• Watery, itchy eyes
• Coughing, wheezing
• Fatigue, post-nasal drip

Diagnostic Tests

• Total & Specific IgE
• Allergen Testing on Blood (Food / Pollen / Contacts / Drugs)
• Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)
• Nasal smear or culture

Prevention Tips

• Use HEPA filters
• Clean bedding and carpets regularly
• Keep pets out of bedrooms
• Close windows during pollen season
• Consider allergy shots for long-term relief