For many people, spring and summer symbolize the renewal of nature. However, for an increasing number of individuals, these seasons also mark the onset of allergic symptoms. Pollen allergy (seasonal allergic rhinitis or hay fever) is a disease with a growing global prevalence that can significantly affect quality of life and everyday performance. During allergy season, plant pollens present in the air—primarily from trees, grasses, and weeds—can trigger immunological reactions in sensitive individuals.
What Happens During an Allergic Reaction?Allergy is an IgE-mediated hypersensitivity reaction of the immune system, in which the body identifies an otherwise harmless environmental substance—an allergen—as a threat. In the case of pollen allergy, the immune system produces specific IgE antibodies against…
