Which coast or ocean best for allergy sufferers?
I live in Georgia and my sinuses are driving me crazy. The doctor says move to the coast and live on the ocean. But which one? Does any one out there have an answer as to the best place to live if you have severe sinus infections all the time. I did live on the South Carolina coast once and I don’t believe I was sick at all due to my sinus. If anyone out there has an answer, plz get in touch. — T., Georgia
Hi there,
I’ve noticed the same thing myself especially when I was visiting Hawaii, specifically on the island of Oahu and I have never felt so better. It seems that it’s very productive having salt in the air that helps moisturize our sinuses. I have been to South Carolina too. I would think as long as you’re near ocean, either coast would just be great.
Comment by Trent — November 2, 2007 @ 10:36 pm
I got asthma when I lived in Monterey California, so I don’t think it has anything to do with the salt air. I never had a problem with asthma in NY, Florida, or Texas but living on the coast caused so many problems. I had horrible asthma and allergy attacks there.
Comment by Mara — December 22, 2007 @ 5:41 pm
I’ve had the opposite problem moving to the coast. I didn’t have allergies until I moved to the coast. Unfortunately, I’m allergic to “pond scum” and molds, which is quite prolific in the swampy, coastal environment. My advice is move to an area that contains the least amount of allergens responsible for you allergic response.
Comment by Jade — February 12, 2008 @ 6:18 pm
Interesting comment Monterey– I lived in Santa Cruz oceanside for 22 years and developed allergies and asthma . but its the same area you are basically from.. still the American Lung Association rates that area an A on all levels for air quality …
I live near Harrisburg, Pa now– one of the worst rated areas for asthma and I have been doing ok this past year… LOL but was
getting worse until I moved out of an old house and into a very new apartment complex.
Guess alot depends upon what allergens you have and are exposed to … maybe if all of us asthmatics could lived ON the ocean we’d be better off LOL (and maybe tax free?) GRIN
Maybe someone should create a giant floating asthma-free ocean liner-city! LOL
Dunno– might make a ton of bucks on that idea… grin
Comment by Melanie — August 20, 2008 @ 5:43 pm
I might as well be an expert on Asthma. My son has had it for 10 years, and. me, for 39 years. Being someone who goes to the beach (the florida panhandle) every year since I was born, and, my son every year, I can tell you it has nothing to do with the ocean whether your asthma symptoms act up or not. It can get very humid on the gulf and the air can get very nasty when you are having problems with your asthma. I am from Alabama but have lived in Atlanta since 2000, and, I can tell you my asthma is not half as bad here as it was in Alabama, although, my sons is pretty bad. Especially in the months of Sept, Oct, and some of November. He gets sick on the beach to with asthma if the air quality in the rooms we stay in is not right. I think its best to find out what you are allergic to and what seasons bring your worst symptoms and up your asthma regime during that time-period. No matter where you live.
Comment by Candace — September 7, 2008 @ 11:33 am
I live in Syracuse and I am suffering like nobodys business in the fall of the year. The sneezing is ridiculous and nothing works; not astelin; not claritin; not Zyrtek. I was suprised when they said that his place was one of the best places to live for people like us. Obviously they are not asking the people who are buying OTC products off the shelves!
Comment by Tim — September 29, 2008 @ 8:14 pm
I am looking forward to relocating from Cortland, N.y. I have Rhinitis….hayweed here has made it worse. I am thinking of moving to Fl. around the Fort Meyers area or Tifton, Ga. which is an hour or so from Atlanta, Ga. I would greatly appreciate any information on these areas. Thank you. You may email me a reply at deevstaufer@yahoo.com
Comment by Dee V Staufer — November 18, 2008 @ 2:53 pm
lol I like how all Asthma and Sinus cases are *exactly the same*. You guys may be totes familiar with your particular allergies, but there are some sinus issues that call for salty air.
Just go back to the South Carolina coast.
Comment by Lees — January 11, 2009 @ 10:36 pm
I live in Mississippi and my asthma has been under control for many years. I can go on vacation to the beach; Gulf of Mexico; Gulf Shores, AL and my asthma bothers me the entire time I’m there. I was wondering what in the world it could be that I am so allergic to. I have not been allergy tested in about 20 years. Does anyone have any ideas? Is it the air, the sand, the ocean?
Comment by Dawn Holley — July 10, 2009 @ 8:33 pm
Allergies are worse in the Southeast states- i.e. Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, etc. But along the coasts its much better. I feel tons better on the beaches on VA and NC than inland. Im not sure why. It might have to do with less pollen and ragweed, but also the salt air which is refreshing.
The mountains are also better for allergies. But the piedmont and lowland is the worst.
Comment by Meade — July 29, 2009 @ 12:43 pm
I am an allergy sufferer. In fact, I spent 18 months on long term disability from my job as a flight attendant because of recurrent sinus infections that kept me grounded. When I say recurrent, I mean constant. I would have one terrific infection per month, each time the recovery from it took longer to the point where I was only having approx. one week a month that I was semi-healthy enough to fly. After 4 major sinus surgeries to repair damage from so many infections, I am no better. My doctors (multiple because of being desperate for answers), have all told me the same thing…..St.Petersburg, Florida is the worse place for me to live! I notice that when I travel, I have a clear head in Salt Lake City, Utah, Portland, Oregon and Seattle, Washington. So, I don’t know if ocean or coastal living has anything to do with it. In St. Pete I live on the water….Tampa Bay is literally 5 steps out my back door. Seattle is coastal, Portland is fairly close to the Pacific and Salt Lake is totally inland. So, who knows! The coastal theory doesn’t fit my circumstance. All I know is, I’m packing my bags and moving my family out of Florida!
Comment by Mommy in the Sky — October 17, 2009 @ 7:21 am
i had chronic sinus infections and found a doctor who put me antifungal drugs which cleared up the infection once and for all so it was definitely fungal sinusitis in my case. But i still get allergies, just not infections. If it is a fungal/mould problem you have I’d suggest anywhere dry - don’t they say to take your sinuses to Arizona? I live in Akld NZ which is a nightmare for allergies because it is a very humid climate, I’m thinking of emigrating…
Comment by Jason — February 26, 2010 @ 7:16 pm
Sea air is generally cleaner and less polluted except for large urban areas. Oceans and forests also give off negative ions and ozone that make us feel better. The west coast of Florida is evidently one of the better environments in the country. But with the high humidity level, rain, and storm damage many buildings have mold issues, many of which are unseen and can negate any positive effect. Desert climates can also be helpful for some but for example many areas in Arizona are terrible for allergies because people brought so many of their favorite plants trees and shrubs from around the country. If you have allergies and move it takes your body up to 3 years develop new ones. So visiting or moving to a different climate can make us feel good but eventually we can even get worse. The indoor environment is at least as important as the climate-it is estimated that up to 1/3 of residential structures have serious mold issues…
Comment by Betsy — February 28, 2010 @ 8:39 pm