SneezyKateM Posted February 8, 2021 Share Posted February 8, 2021 I have alot of allergies, but winter isnt as bad as the rest of the year. However this winter has been definitely worse than others and idk why. I have heard a similar thing from a few others too. Anyone here experience this/know why? Link to comment
Likesn Posted February 8, 2021 Share Posted February 8, 2021 I'm no expert, but from what I know: The short answer is global warming. The little longer answer is: There are more warm/warmer days during winter than there used to be in previous years. As a result, trees and plants bloom earlier than before (and perhaps are in bloom for longer time periods?) and the pollen count gets high earlier. Once again: I'm not a scientist or an expert, so if people who know more about it have a better explanation I'll be happy to hear it. In any case - bless you 🤧 Link to comment
NoV Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 18 hours ago, rhinoceros said: Likesn has it right, I reckon. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/feb/08/pollen-season-grows-20-days-climate-crisis-hay-fever?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other I was literally about to post link to the exact same article Yep, it seems the wanton burning of fossil fuels may well be to blame. Link to comment
Lexie13 Posted February 12, 2021 Share Posted February 12, 2021 I've been having this same experience and just assumed it was due to me being locked up with my dust a lot more (from social distancing and working from home). Very interesting to hear that it may actually be my outdoor allergies that are flaring up, rather than my indoor ones! Link to comment
SneezyKateM Posted February 14, 2021 Author Share Posted February 14, 2021 Well that all really sucks Link to comment
Klingon Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 not to be a downer but a close friend of mine heard from her allergist that (supposedly) "this coming allergy year is going to be twice as bad as last year!" I sincerely hope and pray that is not true for all of you who have allergies! especially you Kate! I know it's going to be another bad year for that and I am sorry but I hope that allergist is wrong in what he said! Link to comment
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