Usually it's a good idea to try one change in your environment at a time. Your best bet is to start in the bedroom since more time is spent in this room than in any other room in the house. Taking steps to reduce allergens in the bedroom, such as getting rid of carpets and clutter and zippering mattresses and pillows in allergen-proof cases, can help reduce allergy and asthma symptoms. Other good allergy-reducing steps include keeping pets out of the bedroom and running air purifiers with HEPA filters and air conditioners. After you have allergy-proofed your bedroom, progress to other rooms in the house, if necessary.
Many people find that just sleeping in a room that is more free of allergens makes a difference.
Limiting exposure by following just a few avoidance tips can often help to significantly lessen allergy and asthma symptoms. Dr. James Hamp is a Board-certified Otolaryngologist, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy.