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Itchy Eye Relief without the Preservatives

Itchy Eye Relief without the Preservatives

Dr. Goldstein, Director of The Asthma Center, explains, “Spring pollen season is definitely the worst time of year for ocular allergies, and many spring hayfever sufferers are experiencing intense eye allergy symptoms.”

Pine Past Prime? Still Playing Hardball

Pine Past Prime? Still Playing Hardball

“It looks like we may be past the peak of Pine,” says Dr. Dvorin “but the heat and humidity are also playing a role in pollen distribution. Outdoor mold spores are still very high, approaching extreme levels, and English Plantain weed pollen. When you consider what’s in the air—Pine Tree Pollen, Outdoor Molds, and Weeds plus the weather variable and the priming effect, the outlook is tough if you have allergies & asthma.”

Extreme Tree+Grass Misery = Terrible Pollen 2sday

Extreme Tree+Grass Misery = Terrible Pollen 2sday

“It’s been dry and breezy with no rain yet, so tree pollen levels are extreme again today,” reports Dr. Dvorin. “There has been a slight decrease in the last 24 hours, but the volume of Oak tree pollen and all tree pollen remains heavy.” Grass pollen allergy is an example of why it is so important to know exactly what is causing your allergy symptoms, how sensitive you are to this trigger, and how to limit or avoid your exposure because even the smallest amounts of grass pollen can cause symptoms in those who are extremely sensitive.

Blue Skies, Red Eyes: Oak Pollen on the Rise

Blue Skies, Red Eyes: Oak Pollen on the Rise

“Without a doubt, Oak tree pollen is predominant right now and accounts for two thirds of all the pollen grains in today’s air sample,” says Dr. Dvorin. “Our patients are experiencing more eye symptoms this week,” he explained. “It’s why I set aside the time to count—to know exactly what’s in the local air today, our air right here, right now.”

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