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Article: Ask the doctor: Spring into action against allergies

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March 29, 2006
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Robert Nudera

Q: When the weather changes in the spring I often get itchy eyes and my nose is runny. Do I have allergies or could this just be a cold from the temperature change? When many people think of allergies, they think of watering itchy eyes, sneezing and a stuffy or runny nose. However, many of these symptoms also mirror the symptoms of the common cold.

Allergies are genetic and environmental conditions that begin in the immune system, which is designed to protect the body from harmful substances. Seasonal allergies occur when pollens, animal dander or mold spores come into contact with the lining of the nose, throat or eyes. All of these can inflame the nasal lining and cause ...

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