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The American Academy of Al-
lergy Asthma & Immunology
(AAAAI) reports pollen and
spore levels from early March
in the North Carolina region
to be absent or moderate in
levels. Pollen and spore data are
collated over a 24-hour period.
Tree data that showed moderate
levels were collected from the
Juniper smily, Cedar and Elm.
No weed or grass allergens were
noted in the testing on the date.
The top three species for each
pollen category and top three
species for molds can be found
published on their website at:
pollen.aaaai.org
Mold allergies symptoms often
develop outdoors when mold
spores are present in the air.
Indoor mold is also common in
homes, schools and workplaces.
The number one indoor aller-
gen according to AAAAI is the
dust mite. Dust mites grow best
where there is moisture. Recom-
mended humidity levels in your
home should be between 30-45%
and can be monitored with a
hygrometer. Using a humidifier
as a cure for indoor allergies can
therefore do more harm than
good.
Pollen and mold level counts
vary during different seasons of
the year having adverse reac-
tions. Make an appointment
with many of our local allergists
with specialized training and
experience can properly diag-
nose conditions and prescribe
treatments and management
plans to bring some relief during
the spring allergy season.
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