Spring allergies: here are the causes and the flowering calendar
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Spring allergies for some are "just" a bearable nuisance, for others a real life sentence. One thing is certain, allergies nowadays are an increasingly common plague, to the point of affecting one in three people. The spectrum of possibilities of being an allergy sufferer is very wide, although the best known and most common case certainly involves pollens.
Spring allergies
And it is precisely at this time of year that for many people tree blossoms translate into days of suffering, amid tears, sneezing and hankies. Out of every 100 allergy sufferers, at least 70 are pollen sufferers, precisely individuals with hypersensitivity to pollen.The main allergen for the respiratory tract is Gramineae pollen: this group includes an "army" of more than 12,000 herbaceous species, most of which are cross-reactive with each other. Avoiding them is virtually impossible: they are spread all over the world and release huge quantities of pollen into the air.
POLLUTION. Added to this is climate change and environmental pollution, especially in relation to the increase in ozone, nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and hydrocarbons, which have been directly implicated in the increase in respiratory allergies. In particular, ozone has been shown to increase pollen allergenicity and induce airway inflammation. Fine particulate matter (PM 2.5) from diesel engines and industry has been correlated with increased asthma and respiratory disease. Finally, the increase in atmospheric levels of CO2 implicated in global warming should be taken into account.
THE CALENDAR of blooms. This explains why the number of allergy sufferers increases, at any age. That's why it can be useful to know the calendar of blooms, and of the consequent release of pollen into the air, which differs according to latitude. You can view it below.
Otosan has been addressing the problem of allergies for years with an entire line of products for the well-being of the nose. Natural products, in line with the company's philosophy, that intervene locally by sanitizing the nasal passages, helping to reduce congestion, inflammation and the incidence of infections, and therefore help to bring rapid relief.
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Balsamic Patch Otosan
Gives relief from stuffy nose symptoms quickly and naturally.
The Otosan Balsamic Patch natural aromatherapy plasters can be easily applied to clothes and objects next to you. They gently release aromatic and active vapours, with an effect on the upper airways.
Suitable for adults and children, starting from 3 years of age.
They soothe nasal congestion, promoting the proper passage of air through the nose, during the day and while sleeping at night.
The pack includes 7 patches.
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Nasal Spray Baby Otosan
Promotes the expulsion of excess mucus, helping to reduce nasal congestion and inflammation.
The result of our ongoing research in the field of otolaryngology, Otosan® Nasal Spray Baby is a nasal decongestant made with ingredients of plant origin, with a gentle formula that makes this product suitable for children.
Free from vasoconstrictors and propellant gases.
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Nasal Spray Forte Otosan
Natural nasal spray with decongestant action useful for clearing a blocked nose.
Otosan Nasal Spray® arose from our constant and deep committment to develop natural products capable to offer a solution to several ENT conditions, which can often affect ears and nose at the same time.
Free from vasoconstrictors
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Nasal Wash Otosan
Nasal wash ideal for daily nose hygiene and as a treatment for allergies, colds and sinusitis.
Otosan® Nasal Wash is useful in case of:
- nasal congestion;
- cold or allergic rhinitis;
- acute and chronic sinusitis;
- hypertrophic rhinitis during pregnancy;
- snoring at night;
- staying in dry or polluted environments;
- exposure to fumes and irritants;
- surgery (before and after);
- daily cleansing of the nasal cavities.
Since it is constantly in contact with a large number of allergens, impurities and polluting dusts, keeping the nose clean and clear is the first step to prevent alterations of the mucous membrane of the nose (blocked nose, itching and dryness) and to allow correct airflow in the respiratory tract.
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