Allergies and asthma worse in Denver
I have always had asthma but it was very mild, mostly just when I exercised. But over a year ago, we moved to Colorado from California and I have developed allergies, chronic sinusitis and my asthma has worsened since we moved here.
My doctor in California had said that Denver would be better for my asthma because the air quality is better here but I have since found out that many people have increased problems with allergies and asthma here. I think the dry climate and altitude are hard on the sinuses and asthma, and there are problems with allergies here even mold and dust mites.
Since I have been here, I have developed allergies to dogs, trees, weeds, feathers and mold. I went from having hardly any problem to being on three different medications and still having problems and now my doctor is considering allergy shots or sinus surgery. If you have problems with allergies or asthma I would not recommend Colorado. We are considering moving somewhere else. — MK, Colorado
I have visited Denver & also Glenwood Springs, Co. & my allergies increase. I am not a Doctor, but have lived with allergies all of my life and I can tell you that although the air quality may be cleaner than most places, the allergens (that which most allergic persons would be affected by) are too abundant to not be affected. Like pollens from so many diff species of trees-falling all through the mountains and again in the air. Any Dr. should know that–scary, isn’t it?!
Comment by Toni — July 15, 2007 @ 10:08 am