Cherry blossoms in spring Zhejiang online reporter Li Xinyi photo
Zhejiang Online April 3 rd (Reporter Li Xinyi)Fresh and elegant cherry blossoms, slim tulips and delicate peach blossoms … These days, spring flowers in many places in Zhejiang are in full bloom, and tourists have also started the flower viewing mode. However, some people enjoy flowers and get a snot and tears, not sentimental, but pollen allergy!
According to the "Pollen Index" of China Weather Network, the pollen concentration in Hangzhou recently reached an average of 10,765 grains/1,000m2, which is directly in off the charts, and it is predicted that the pollen concentration in the air will remain extremely high in the next few days. It is reported that the pollen index of 400 grains /1000 square millimeters on weekdays has reached a high level and needs attention.
No, these days, the number of patients suffering from allergic rhinitis due to pollen allergy in hospitals has also started to increase significantly. In the eye, ear, nose and throat clinic of Zhejiang People’s Hospital, there areMore than one-third of the patients came to see a doctor because of pollen allergy.
Zhejiang Online Reporter Li Xinyi in the Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology Clinic of Zhejiang Provincial People’s Hospital
In the consulting room, the patientMs. Zhang (pseudonym) can’t stop sneezing and crying. "I went for a walk in the scenic park yesterday, enjoyed the cherry blossoms for a while, and came back like this." Ms. Zhang reluctantly told the doctor. After examination, she was diagnosed as seasonal allergic rhinitis. The doctor reminded her to avoid contact with allergens and prescribed some anti-allergic drugs for her.
"Spring is the season of high incidence of allergic diseases. The number of people suffering from allergic rhinitis due to plant pollen allergy has greatly increased, and the usual symptoms are as followsSneezing, watery nose, nasal congestion, etc., some patients will also have tears and redness in their eyes, and in severe cases, they will also cause asthma.Allergens exist not only in flowers, but also in tree pollen of many plants such as buttonwood and willow. Hu Weiming, deputy director of the Department of Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology, said.
The reporter observed that there are also many patients with pollen allergy in the dermatology department next to the Department of Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology. "There will be about 20% more patients with allergic diseases in this season than in other seasons. There will be some small red rashes on the face with mild symptoms. The more serious patients even have swollen eyes and swollen mouths, mainly in the exposed parts." Tao Xiaohua, director of dermatology, told reporters.
Zhejiang Provincial People’s Hospital Dermatology Clinic Zhejiang Online Reporter Li Xinyi photo
From March to May every year, with the flowers in full bloom, people’s outdoor activities begin to increase. In a few days, they will enter the catkin season. How to prevent pollen allergy?
Doctors in Zhejiang Provincial People’s Hospital reminded that the most important thing to prevent allergies is to reduce outdoor time and avoid contact with pollen that causes allergies. If you have to go out, it is recommended to wear long sleeves, masks, glasses or sunglasses to reduce the chance of contact with allergens. People who know that they are prone to pollen allergy can also take some anti-allergic drugs orally before going out. If you find allergic symptoms, you should seek medical advice in time.