winter allergies

Sniffing and Sneezing in the Winter: Do I Have a Cold, or Allergies?

When the winter months roll in, most people attribute sniffing, sneezing, and coughing to the common cold. After all, the winter means we get a break from allergies, right? While the cold months give you relief from the allergens outside, the allergens inside could be eliciting the same response you have during the spring. More time spent inside means an increased exposure to common household allergens like mold, dust, and pet dander.

Wintertime Sinuses

Most people connect sinus inflammation and infections with the spring and summer months when seasonal allergies are at their worst. However, sufferers will tell you that their sinus symptoms, such as headaches, runny noses, coughing, congestion, sinus pressure, congestion, and post nasal drip, often intensify during the winter. Here’s why:

Fight Holiday Allergies

Some people may assume that they won’t have to contend with allergies once the fall has left us. But, with the holiday season upon us, it is possible that your allergies and asthma may return with a vengeance. Sneezing and congestion may arrive around this time and can put quite a damper on your holiday cheer!