Seasonal Asthma Specialists in North Texas
Does your asthma feel harder to control at certain times of year? At TexasAllergyMD, we provide asthma testing and treatment to manage seasonal triggers and improve breathing. Our specialists identify what is causing your symptoms and create a plan to manage them effectively. Schedule an appointment at one of our centers in McKinney/Prosper or Southlake for expert asthma care.
Seasonal Asthma Causes and Triggers
Seasonal asthma is a form of asthma in which symptoms are triggered by environmental allergens that appear at certain times of year. Seasonal asthma is caused by airway inflammation and tightening in response to these allergenic triggers. When allergen levels rise during peak allergy seasons, patients are likely to experience worsening symptoms.
Common examples of seasonal triggers include tree pollen in spring, grass pollen in late spring and summer, and weed pollen in fall. You could also react to other substances or environmental conditions that are worse at certain times of the year. These include cold dry air in winter, elevated dust mite levels in humid months, and air pollution in the summer heat.
Signs and Symptoms of Seasonal Asthma
Seasonal asthma shares many of the same symptoms as general asthma, but they tend to follow a seasonal pattern. At TexasAllergyMD, we use spirometry lung function testing and other diagnostic approaches to assess a range of symptoms such as the following.
- A wheezing sound when breathing.
- Shortness of breath.
- Chest tightness.
- Sleep disruption due to breathing difficulties.
- Persistent coughing at night or early morning.
- Fatigue related to difficulty breathing.
Many of these symptoms interfere with physical activity and sleep, and may lead to increased reliance on quick-relief inhalers. Our asthma specialists will help identify the source of these symptoms, allowing you to better control asthma throughout the year.
How We Diagnose and Treat Seasonal Asthma
A seasonal asthma evaluation starts with a review of symptom history and seasonal patterns to find potential triggers. During a consultation at our treatment centers in McKinney or Southlake, we also perform lung function testing and allergy testing to assess airway performance and responses to environmental allergens.
With a clear understanding of your asthma triggers, we can provide asthma treatment and seasonal allergy care to improve breathing and prevent flare-ups. Personalized treatment could include preventive medications to reduce inflammation before peak seasons, rescue inhalers for immediate relief, and allergy therapies, such as allergy drops (SLIT).
Common Questions About Seasonal Asthma
How do I know if I have seasonal asthma?
You may have seasonal asthma if your symptoms, like wheezing, shortness of breath or chest tightness, get worse at a specific time of year. Keeping a record of when your symptoms occur can help determine if seasonal allergens are the cause.
How do I reduce seasonal asthma triggers at home?
You can reduce seasonal asthma triggers at home by limiting exposure to pollen and other airborne allergens. Keep windows shut when pollen counts are high, install air filters, and wash bedding regularly to reduce allergens in the home.
Can seasonal asthma develop later in life?
Seasonal asthma can develop later in life, and could even affect people who have no history of asthma. Hormonal changes, exposure to new allergens, and changes in immune function can trigger the onset of asthma in adults.
Contact Us for Seasonal Asthma Care in North Texas
For help preventing and managing seasonal asthma symptoms, visit our allergy treatment centers in McKinney or Southlake. TexasAllergyMD helps patients of all ages with asthma testing and treatment. Call TexasAllergyMD at (469) 375-1525 or request an appointment.
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