To make matters worse for allergy sufferers, the pollen that bees and flying insects love are most plentiful in late summer and early autumn in most parts of the country. Ragweed pollen is the number-one cause of seasonal allergies, causing symptoms such as sneezing, wheezing, itchy eyes and stuffy, runny noses. Southern states usually experience peak conditions in late September of mid-October. Mold growth has been another source of allergy misery in some parts of the country. Heavy spring rains that caused weeds to flourish this summer in the Central, Midwestern and Northeastern states also created ideal conditions for mold growth.
Molds release fungal spores into the air, resulting in the same symptoms as ragweed allergies.
Whatever your allergy misery, the American College of Asthma, Allergy and Immunology can help you bring your allergies under control. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. It may not represent your true individual medical situation. Do not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without consulting a qualified healthcare provider. Please consult your healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns.