Warmer weather is the time when children often spend the most time outdoors. Playing outside is a great way to stay active, 
however Spring and Summer are big seasons for allergies. One of the largest seasonal allergies of Spring is grass. Grass produces pollen that affects outdoor allergies and can be easily brought indoors by wind, people, and pets. Sometimes grass allergies can be easy to identify based on the series of symptoms that follow exposure to the substance. But it can also be more subtle and difficult to pinpoint the exact cause of your child’s symptoms.
When to Suspect an Allergy
Here are some common indicators that could lead you to believe your child may have an allergy.
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, “repeated or chronic cold-like symptoms that last more than a week or two, or that develop at about the same time every year.” These could include:
- Runny nose
- Nasal stuffiness
- Sneezing
- Throat clearing
- Nose rubbing
- Sniffling
- Snorting
- Sneezing
- Itchy, runny eyes
Also, the American Academy of Pediatrics states that itching and tingling sensations in the mouth and throat typically suggest an allergy to a substance. Itchiness is not usually a complaint with a cold, but it is the hallmark of an allergy problem.
Controlling Grass Allergy Symptoms
- Keep the grass in your yard short.
- Use air conditioning, when possible, to reduce the exposure to pollen in both your home and car.
- Work with your child’s pediatrician for treatment. It is important to make sure your child’s possible allergies are correctly diagnosed and properly treated.
For more information, please visit:
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/allergies-
asthma/Pages/Allergies.aspx
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/allergies-
asthma/Pages/Seasonal-Allergies- in-Children.aspx
