Outdoor mold allergies and insect stings are also concerns when spending time in natural places.
Healthcare providers recommend starting daily antihistamine treatment at least two weeks before allergy season begins.
That way you’ll be protected while participating in spring and summer outdoor activities.
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Hay Fever
Hay fever symptoms can be more pronounced when you’re camping.
If you’re camping in a dusty area, you may also experience respiratory symptoms.
If you’re allergic to dust, try pitching your tent on grass instead of bare ground.
you might also prevent or reduce hay fever symptoms by taking an antihistamine.
Allergists typically recommend starting daily treatment at least two weeks before you usually start to experience hay fever symptoms.
Mosquitos
Some people can experienceallergic reactions as a result of mosquito bites.
Allergic reactions to mosquitos commonly include:
Rare reactions may include full-body hives, trouble breathing, and evenanaphylaxis.
you’re free to wear long-sleeved shirts and pants or use mosquito-repellant to avoid mosquito bites.
The oils can cause an itchy rash that appears as a streak-like group of blisters or bumps.
The best prevention is to learn how to recognize andavoid these plants.
If the rash still occurs,treating the areawith topical corticosteroid creams can help reduce symptoms.
It can happen anywhere sunscreen is applied.
Wood is obtained from trees that produce pollen to which many people with seasonal allergies areallergic.
Insect Stings
Allergic reactions to insect stingsfromyellowjacketsand wasps can be extremely dangerous.
Air out your tent and clean any mold that is present with diluted bleach and water.
Hay fever symptoms may worsen while spending extended periods of time in natural areas.
To avoid allergies, try starting daily antihistamine treatment two weeks before you go camping.
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