Allergies See Early Spring Pollination Rise Across Suburbs
Allergists and doctors say milder winters have extended spring and let trees pollen earlier. They note more sinus infections and upper respiratory issues, with pharmacists and nurses reporting rising allergy cases. Teachers and nurses observe about half daily visits tied to allergies and related eye and eyelet irritations, while medicines improve coping.
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Flossmoor
Orlat
Chicago
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Ed James
Islander Pharmacy Center
Blue Island
Dorene Habecker
Thornton Township High School
Harvey
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Dianne Lauterbach
Homewood
Doctors favor prescription allergy meds over OTC options
Physicians say prescription nasal sprays and steroid-based treatments reduce sedation and improve control, though decongestant sprays risk rebound congestion. Pharmacists advise maintenance meds during peak seasons and reading medication histories to avoid interactions. tailored choices require professional guidance.
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Mitch Marsh
Ingalls Memorial Hospital
Harvey
Marsh
Scott Kurber
Mokena Pharmacy
Kurber
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