The case in summary Strong spread of ear pollen has been reported in several places in Norway, with continued strong spread in Eastern Norway. Over a million Norwegians struggle with pollen allergies, according to senior adviser at NAAF, Anna Bistrup. Pollen allergy has increased in the western part of the world over the past 50 years, which is not observed in developing countries. Bistrup gives tips for dealing with the allergy, including taking medication regularly, avoiding physical exertion when the pollen spread is high, washing your face and hands after being outside, and following the pollen warning. Other advice includes being careful with cleaning, avoiding airing when the weather is good, changing filters in ventilation systems, brushing pets outside, and telling others about your allergy. The summary is made by an AI service from OpenAi. The content is quality assured by news’s journalists before publication. In recent times, there have been reports of a strong spread of ear pollen in several places in the country. On Tuesday, there is a strong spread, especially in Eastern Norway. Senior adviser on health and public relations at NAAF, Anna Bistrup. Photo: Tiril Mettesdatter Solvang / news – We have had a very cold winter with a lot of snow, and now when the heat comes on suddenly, it results in a faster spread, says Anna Bistrup of the Norwegian Asthma and Allergy Association. There will also be a modest spread of hazel, according to the pollen warning from NAAF. Over a million suffer According to Bistrup, there are well over a million Norwegians who struggle with pollen allergies. Are you struggling with a pollen allergy? Yes, I always dread spring. No, luckily! Show result Figures from the association show that over 20 per cent of the population has a more or less severe pollen allergy. Here are the tips that can make the spring days easier for allergy sufferers: Take medicine according to the doctor’s instructions Start in time before the symptoms become too strong. The medicines must be taken regularly and preventively throughout the pollen season, even if on certain days you have few or no symptoms. It is important to treat yourself consistently, says Bistrup. – If you have problems and medicine does not help, contact the doctor again and ask if there are other options. Photo: ARNE STUBHAUG / news Take your own general condition into account, especially during physical exertion. Hard training outside when the pollen rescue is at its strongest should be avoided. Alcohol intake can also worsen symptoms. – It is also important to be aware of possible cross-reactions from fruit and vegetables, says Bistrup. Tell your circle of friends, employer and the like about your illness, so that they understand, and can take account and make arrangements. Students can apply for an extended exam time. Wash your face and hands when you’ve been outside – It helps to cover your hair and wear sunglasses outside. In addition, you should rinse your hair and change your pillowcases before bedtime. Photo: Kjartan Rørslett Be careful with cleaning Pollen particles collect and stick to surfaces, textiles and general dust. Photo: Birgit Reitz-Hofmann Avoid airing When the weather is good, there will be a lot of pollen spreading from morning to evening, says Bistrup. Air rather late in the evening or during the night. Also hang up the laundry inside. Keep the doors, sunroof and windows of the car closed, and check whether you need to change the pollen filter in the car. Brush pets outside Pollen sticks to the fur of pets, showering or brushing outdoors helps. – It might be a good idea to have a microfibre towel to dry off the fur before you go back in, says Bistrup. Photo: Lars Erik Skrefsrud / news Follow the warning – Allergy sufferers should definitely make use of the national pollen warning to follow how the spread is, says Bistrup. She also recommends the pollen calendar. It shows when the different types of pollen tend to start spreading in the different parts of the country. Alternatively, you can consider traveling away. Alternatives are high in the mountains, along the coast, or abroad, where the spread may be smaller. Use a mask Those who are most affected by pollen allergies can try a pollen mask when they go out. A pollen mask fits tightly over the mouth and nose and stops pollen grains, dust and other particles from entering the respiratory tract. Photo: NAAF
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