Pollen allergies, commonly known as hay fever or allergic rhinitis, can significantly impact a child's quality of life, causing symptoms like sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, and throat irritation. Rainbow Children's Hospital in Vizag provides comprehensive care to alleviate and manage pollen allergies in children effectively.
The treatment approach at Rainbow Children's Hospital focuses on a combination of strategies personalized to the child's specific allergic reactions. This often includes allergen avoidance, pharmacotherapy, and in some cases, immunotherapy. Allergen avoidance involves minimizing exposure to pollen by keeping windows closed, using air purifiers, and avoiding outdoor activities during high pollen seasons.
Pharmacotherapy, such as antihistamines, nasal corticosteroids, and decongestants, may be prescribed to alleviate symptoms. These medications aim to reduce the body's allergic response to pollen, offering relief from sneezing, itching, and congestion. In more severe cases or when symptoms are not adequately controlled with medications, immunotherapy may be recommended.
Immunotherapy, commonly known as allergy shots, involves gradually exposing the child to small amounts of pollen to desensitize their immune system. This treatment aims to reduce the body's allergic response over time, offering long-term relief and potentially decreasing the need for medications.
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Common symptoms include sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, itchy or watery eyes, coughing, and throat irritation.