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Spring is a very beautiful season when flowers bloom and everything comes to life. However, at this time, many babies are easily troubled by allergies. In this case, we should pay attention to finding the cause first, and then choose the appropriate treatment method based on the factors, so that recovery will be faster.

Reminder to parents: To prevent children from spring allergies, be sure to stay away from allergens.

Why are allergies more common in spring?

Why are babies more prone to allergies in spring? There are many factors that cause baby allergies, mainly involving two aspects. One is physical factors, that is, the baby himself has an allergic constitution; the other is external environmental factors, that is, the baby is exposed to allergens.

As the weather warms up in spring and flowers bloom, babies spend more time outdoors, so their chances of coming into contact with allergens greatly increase. In addition, spring is the season for plant pollination, and a large amount of pollen and dust are floating in the air, which can easily cause allergies in babies after inhalation. Therefore, babies with allergic constitutions are more likely to suffer from allergies in spring.

Because colds usually cause symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, and nasal congestion, many parents don’t know whether their baby has a cold or an allergy. Parents are reminded that they can distinguish whether their baby is allergic from the following aspects:

1. If the baby also has a fever and has a history of contact with a cold, it may be a cold;

2. If the baby has a stuffy nose and runny nose accompanied by a rash, or the stuffy nose and runny nose are not treated well for more than two weeks, it may be an allergy;

3. If the baby has a history of contact with allergens, it may be an allergy. If the baby was normal before but started sneezing and having a runny nose after playing in the park, pollen allergy may be considered.

How to prevent spring allergies in children?

To prevent spring allergies in children, you should do the following:

1. Keep the indoor environment clean: Clean the house regularly, preferably with a damp cloth to prevent dust from flying; baby supplies and toys, especially plush toys, should be cleaned and disinfected regularly; frequently change and wash baby's sheets, quilt covers, pillowcases and other supplies.

2. Avoid contact with irritating substances: Babies should avoid contact with irritating substances such as perfume, paint, and pesticides. Try to reduce going out and avoid contact with allergens such as dust, pollen from flowers and trees. If you must go out, it is best to wear a mask; do not let your baby go in and out or play in dusty places; do not use soaps with too strong alkaline properties to clean the skin; choose loose and breathable pure cotton clothing for underwear, and do not wear wool or chemical fiber fabrics.

3. Pay attention to diet: For infants, it is best to feed them breast milk, because breastfeeding can significantly reduce the chance of allergies. It is recommended that breastfeeding be continued for up to six months. When adding complementary foods to babies with allergies, it is important to add them gradually and in small amounts, and pay attention to whether the baby has allergic symptoms such as eczema, diarrhea, and constipation. For older babies, the diet should be light and nutritious. They should eat more fresh vegetables and foods rich in vitamin C, and less milk, eggs, seafood and other foods that are prone to allergies. They should not eat or eat less greasy food, sweet food or sweet drinks. If you know that your baby is allergic to a certain food, you must stay away from it.