COPD and its symptoms because of how your body reacts to allergies (remember how the immune system makes up antibodies?).
With COPD your airways are already chronically inflamed and filled with mucus so if triggered, it will cause an even worse attack and more mucus build-up making it feel like it’s impossible to breathe.
Usually, your breathing will become worse and you can be easily triggered during the time of year when pollen from seasonal plants is present when living with COPD.
3 Great Tips To Beat That Pollen Attack This Summer
When fighting against your allergy to pollen, whether it be moderate or severe or you’re living with respiratory problems, there are ways to lower the risk of attacks and triggered symptoms.
One great tip is to try to limit your outside activity. This doesn’t mean stay in the house all summer, but simply be mindful of how long you’re going to be outside. If you notice that you’re beginning to struggle to breathe, then it’s time to go back indoors.
Another great tip is to take allergy medicine. Whether it is prescribed by the doctor or over-the-counter (Claritin, Zyrtec, etc), take allergy medicine daily and as directed.
What you can also do to avoid pollen attacks this summer is check your weather forecast for how bad the pollen is in your area, keep your windows closed and use air conditioners with a HEPA filter.
Pollen is going to be around until the end of time so don’t let it destroy your current and future summer plans.