Runny nose, watery eyes… the symptoms of allergic rhinitis, better known as hay fever, or dust mite allergy are well identified. But there is one that is sometimes overlooked: fatigue. Why do pollens and dust put us on our knees?
Allergy and tiredness. The link is not at first sight obvious. However, if you think regarding it a bit, it seems quite logical, for several reasons. The first relates to our immune system. The latter acts as a control tower. Bacteria, viruses and other parasites… as soon as an intruder enters its perimeter, it sounds the alarm and mobilizes its troops.
In the allergic patient, the immune system is disoriented. To the point of mobilizing its soldiers once morest harmless substances such as dust mites or pollens. By fighting once morest an enemy that does not exist, the body gets tired, much like in the case of a cold or the flu.
The other reason for this exhaustion is related to the symptoms themselves: Stuffy nose, breathing far from easy, especially when lying down. As saying that the nights are short and the days suffer.
How to avoid fatigue?
To avoid continuing to feel allergies at night, take a shower at night, before going to bed. You will eliminate traces of pollen and other allergens accumulated during the day. If you are allergic to dust mites, be sure to keep your bedding and pillowcases fresh and clean.
Note finally, it is a height, some antihistamine drugs cause drowsiness. If you are under antiallergic treatment, do not hesitate to speak to your doctor.
