As spring temperatures rise, experts warn this year’s allergy season may arrive earlier and be more severe than usual, according to health officials.
Mild winters with fewer freezes create ideal conditions for mold, while tree pollen will surge by April or May. Allergist Heather Lehman notes that environmental allergies typically develop over time, not from birth, and can start as early as preschool.
To manage symptoms, over-the-counter treatments like antihistamines and nasal sprays are widely recommended. Doctors also urge reducing exposure by keeping windows closed, changing clothes after time outdoors, and showering to wash off allergens.
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