As spring arrives in Nebraska, many residents are experiencing itchy eyes, runny noses, and scratchy throats due to seasonal allergies. Dr. Aaron Robinson, an ear, nose, and throat specialist, offers some advice on how to alleviate these symptoms.
It can be difficult to distinguish between allergy symptoms and those of a cold or flu, but one key difference is that allergies tend to be less severe but last longer. To confirm whether you have allergies, ask yourself if your symptoms are present every day, even after getting plenty of rest.
Allergies vary from person to person, with different plants, bugs, and dusts affecting people differently. This means that new residents may experience severe allergy symptoms within a year or two of moving to the area. Corn and soy are common culprits in Nebraska’s climate.
Fortunately, most allergies can be treated with over-the-counter medications such as nasal sprays, rinses, or pills. Severe symptoms should prompt a doctor’s visit for testing and potential immunotherapy like allergy shots or pills. Additionally, simple steps like cleaning sheets, carpets, clothes, and pets regularly, as well as showering frequently, can help remove allergens that trigger your symptoms.
Source: https://www.1011now.com/2025/04/01/lincoln-doctor-gives-advice-handling-springtime-allergies