The term hay fever or pollinosis is also used to describe the condition. There are two types. Normally, the immune system protects the body from harmful toxins, bacteria or viruses. Antibody production is triggered when an allergen enters the body of a person with a sensitized immune system. Histamine and other chemicals are released by tissues as part of the immune response which causes itching, swelling and mucous production.
Pollen counts are the highest in the early morning on dry, breezy, warm days.
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