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Home » Home Improvement » Yard Equipment Join Sign in EzineArticles - Expert Authors Sharing Their Best Original Articles Search Adi Meiry Basic Author | 3 Articles Joined: March 16, 2011 Ireland How to Stop Pollen Ruining Your Life - Grass Allergy Causes and Solutions By Adi Meiry | Submitted On April 13, 2012 Recommend Article Article Comments Print Article Unfortunately, grass allergy is a common affliction which affects many people in the spring and summer. But grass allergy and hay fever are not the same; people often think they are because the symptoms of both are very similar. Asthma and grass allergy also occur in similar ways. Causes If you suffer from grass allergy, your body cannot tolerate a certain amount of allergen, resulting in inflammation of the mucous membrane in the nasal passages. The most common allergen or substance that triggers grass allergy is pollen, microscopic grains from the male part of a flower. Pollen grains are so tiny and light that they can stick to the feet of butterflies, which is why they are rife in the air, especially during spring and summer when trees, flowers and plants pollinate. If pollen grains are inhaled, they release protein when they come into contact with a moist surface. These proteins often bind with antibodies on the cell lining of the nasal passageways, resulting in the release of a substance known as histamine. Histamine causes the swelling and constriction of the nasal passageways thus making it hard for someone with a grass allergy to breathe. Symptoms The first sign of an allergic reaction to grass is usually breathing trouble, such as a dry cough which is often accompanied by a sore throat. Breathing difficulties occur because the air passages are narrowed or constricted as a result of the body's defence mechanism against grass pollen. Although uncomfortable, as it is the body's defence mechanism, it is not dangerous. Grass allergies also have similar symptoms to hay fever, including sneezing, runny nose, itching of the skin, watery eyes and headache. On rare occasions the sufferer may develop a fever. If fever is detected, consult your doctor immediately, as fevers indicate the presence of a viral or bacterial infection in the body and should be treated immediately. Treatment and prevention The most effective treatment for grass allergy is to avoid the allergens (usually grass pollen). It is impossible to avoid grass pollens completely, but you can limit your exposure to reduce the symptoms of grass allergies. How to control grass allergy without missing spring and summer: • If you are really allergic to grass pollens, stay indoors as much as possible particularly in early morning and late afternoon. • Try to keep the windows of your home shut and consider installing air conditioning. • Speak to your doctor about medication. Anti-histamines are a common treatment for grass allergy and there are also injections to relieve and soothe symptoms. • When gardening, moisten potting soil before use to avoid spores. After gardening, always wash your hands completely and take a hot shower to eliminate any grass pollens on your body. • Always keep your grass lawn cut short. If you have a grass lawn, avoid doing the mowing or wear a mask that is designed to filter pollen. • Consider getting a robotic mower. These clever robotic lawnmowers mow the lawn so you don't have to, reducing the chance of allergic reaction and saving you time. About Robomow Robomow is a fully-robotic lawnmower which employs the latest technology to not only cut your lawn to an optimum height, but also to charge its own built-in battery pack as required. This robotic mower makes use of an advanced area coverage algorithm, enabling it to cut the entire lawn evenly by moving across each section in a number of different directions. In addition to its cutting ability, Robomow pioneers the process of GrassCycling, leaving behind a finely chopped layer of cuttings which actively nourish the soil - creating a stunning, luscious lawn with minimal human effort. Robomow is a private company, established in 1995 with the goal of automating time-consuming household tasks. More information can be found at: http://robomow.com. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/expert/Adi_Meiry/982562 0 Comments | Leave a Comment Did you find this article helpful? Happy Face0 Sad Face0 Viewed 88 times Word count: 506 Article Tools EzinePublisher Report this article Cite this article Stay Informed Subscribe to New Article Alerts: Home Improvement: Yard-Equipment Adi Meiry Email Address Subscribe We will never sell or rent your email address. 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