Spring has Sprung, at least for allergies!

As previously predicted, it is a very severe spring for allergies!  Patients have mobbed our clinic for help, and they are early this year.

Why is the Phoenix and Scottsdale area so severe?

• Factors that contribute include:
• Dust storms and wind that keep allergens aloft for longer, making them more likely to be inhaled
• Dry climate, which keeps the pollens airborne for longer
• Limited rain, which acts to clean the air and takes pollen out of it
• Warm temperature, which increases the length of pollination season
• Presence of some superstar pollen producers, like Bermuda grass, mesquite, mulberry, palo verde, and ragweed, all of which are highly allergenic

Unfortunately, climate data has shown that the trend is for pollen to continue to increase, as it has for more than 3 decades.  But before you pack your bags and hightail it out of town, understand that this trend has been shown to be nationwide.

In my opinion, this is the earliest and worst spring in the 2 decades I’ve lived in Arizona.  This is NOT all in your head.

What can you do?  It is imperative to understand what you are allergic to and consider doing something about it.

Why are you waiting to be comfortable?  If you or your child need help controlling allergies or if you think you need testing or treatment or that you might be a good candidate for allergy shots, Dr. Wendt and her team staff at Relieve Allergy, Asthma & Hives would love to help. Call for testing or treatment today! Call 480-500-1902 or request an appointment at https://relieveallergyaz.com/contact now!  Begin your allergy testing journey with Dr. Wendt at Relieve Allergy in Scottsdale, Arizona—It’s time to take care of yourself!

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Relieve Allergy Asthma & Hives is located near Kierland Commons, 21803 N. Scottsdale Road Ste. 200, and has convenient evening and morning hours to accommodate your schedule. Dr. Wendt is also available for telemedicine appointments as appropriate. Most insurance plans are accepted.

DISCLAIMER: This blog is not meant to substitute for medical care by an Allergist-Immunologist nor is it intended to provide medical advice or imply a Physician-Patient relationship with its readers or their family. It is intended to provide guidance, direction, and moral support from someone experienced in testing and treating allergies. This is also not meant to be a “do-it-yourself” manual or a “how to” overcome your allergies. Some of the issues mentioned, whether allergic or look-a-like, can be dangerous or if left unchecked, deadly. Please develop a relationship with a Physician you trust to help you with diagnosis, advice, questions, and treatment regarding your and your family’s medical conditions.