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July, 2005:

Best climate for allergies

Jul 9th, 2005
by AllergyNurse.
51 comments

From one of our readers

My family and I suffer from both outdoor and indoor allergies. I wanted to know if moving to a moisturized climate would be better for us? — Lola, California

A different reader writes

Eighteen months ago I moved from Albuquerque, New Mexico to Naples, Florida and am in the midst of a bronchial infection caused from sinus drainage. This condition has been ongoing for six weeks now.

I wonder now if it was such a wise idea to move from a high desert climate to reclaimed land that was once a large swamp? The torrential rainfall we have here in southwest Florida probably doesn’t help — Lewis, Florida

Most people find that allergy symptoms lessen in dryer climates or seasons, and worsen with increased humidity. Increased humidity promotes mold spore growth and provides an ideal environment for dust mites. It is also harder to breathe as the barometer goes up. Those of us in more humid areas are often helped by a using dehumidifier continually during high moisture seasons. You can read about my own experience with a dehumidifier here.

However, a humidifier is sometimes prescribed on a temporary basis to soothe the airways and help loosen secretions of chronic infection or other special needs. Unless specifically ordered by your physician, humidifiers should not be run continually because they can promote growth of mold and dust mites. Talk with your physician about what is best for you.

It is always good to spend time in an area you are considering moving to. Visit during different seasons. Even so, there is no sure way to determine how your body will react to the new climate once you move there.

One of our patients who moved to a drier climate a few years ago found that she did not need to continue her shots there at first. But eventually symptoms worsened to the point that she started allergy injections again.

Others have told me that changing climates relieved their symptoms and eliminated their need for injections.

One of our sponsors, National Allergy Supply, has an excellent selection of dehumidifiers as well as a germ-killing humidifier. They also have an excellent reputation as a professional company with down-home values, and I am proud to be able to recommend their products to you.

[Originally posted to AllergyNursing.com on October 20, 2003]

Michigan, Houston, Washington, Oregon

Jul 7th, 2005
by AllergyNurse.
1 comment

I grew up in Michigan – where my allergies/asthma begun around 8 yrs. old and it stayed semi-severe into my teens.

I moved to Houston, Texas in my 20′s, where I rarely had any symptoms the whole 8 yrs. I lived there.

I then joined the Navy, which moved me to Whidbey Island, Washington, where I had a few problems the 5 yrs. that I had lived there.

I now live near Portland, Oregon and I usually have mild asthma symptoms throughout the year – I use my inhaler frequently. I’m allergic to mold, pollen, grass, weeds, trees. Of course, there’s lots of mold here – due to all of the rain. — Marie, Oregon

[Originally posted to AllergyNursing.com on May 18, 2003]

In South Carolina with hives, eczema, allergies

Jul 7th, 2005
by AllergyNurse.
2 comments

I live in the humid south. I have eczema and very bad allergies. I am constantly breaking out in hives and sneezing. Is there a better climate for me? — M.L.W., South Carolina

[Originally posted to AllergyNursing.com on May 18, 2003]

Guadalajara, Mexico; Memphis; Southwest

Jul 6th, 2005
by AllergyNurse.
4 comments

After suffering from recurrent sinus infections, asthma and allergies, I began to study climate and locations to try to better my situation. I chose Guadalajara, Mexico, after trying some SW locations.

The results have been/are amazing. No allergy, asthma or sinus problems while there over a six year period. Yet, each time that I returned to the US – the Memphis area – I became ill almost immediately, and returned to all of the medications, antibiotics, prednisone, inhaled steroids etc. and suffered until returning to Guadalajara, where I felt better almost immediately, and was fully recovered within a week. Often in a day or so.

The climate in Guadalajara is said to be the “2nd best in the world.” GDL is a mile high and does not have wide ranges or swings of temperature. While there is air pollution, it would appear that the high-dry climate was beneficial to my condition. — M.C.M., Guadalajara, Mexico

[Originally posted to Allergy Nursing.com on May 18, 2003]

Best climate: Alaska?

Jul 6th, 2005
by AllergyNurse.
7 comments

I have asthma and allergies such as grasses, cat, dog, mold, trees. I am thinking about moving to Alaska. How will that affect my problem? Where would you suggest I move to in order to find some relief? — C.B., North Carolina

[Originally posted to AllergyNursing.com on January 22, 2003]

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