Simple changes can help kids deal with allergies

Simple changes can help kids deal with allergies

If your child is sniffling and sneezing this summer, they could have allergies. Here's how to treat them.

If your child is sniffling and sneezing this summer, they could have allergies.

Grass, pollen and ragweed are common allergy triggers in the summer, and they can be hard to avoid, said Dr. Richard So, with Cleveland Clinic. He recommended giving your child an antihistamine or nasal spray. They make versions specifically for kids. Eye drops may be helpful too for itchy eyes. So also suggested keeping your windows closed in the summer to keep any pollen from getting inside.

Another big tip is to bathe your child once they are done playing outside to help get pollen off.

So also recommended having an air filter in your child’s room and vacuuming your child’s room often.

Another tip on how to know if your child has allergies or is sick from something else is to look for signs of a fever. If they have allergies, they won’t have a fever.