After a brutally cold winter, most of us look forward to the warm weather seasons.
However, with the new season change, you have to be aware of allergies and asthma that come with it. There are so many people who suffer from allergies every year. It affects millions of people. If your seniors start suffering from allergies, you and your elderly care provider should know how to help them and what their symptoms are.
If you’re not with your seniors every day, it can be hard to tell if they’re suffering from allergies or something more serious. Many seniors want to age in place, but it can be hard for them to do this without help. Luckily there are tons of options for a senior to choose from, and one of them is personal care at home; these professionals can record when allergy attacks occur and why.
Elderly Care professionals may also help a senior deal with the weather changes in multiple ways. A senior needs to dress appropriately for the weather, take medications to help with allergies, and do tons of other things. You should start by understanding what an allergy attack is and what the symptoms are. They include things like:
- -Sneezing
- -Coughing
- -Runny nose
- -Postnasal drip
- -Congestion
- -Itchy or irritated sinuses, ear canals, and throat
- -Watery or itchy eyes
- -Fatigue
- -Breathing difficulties
Individuals may have a range of symptoms and their intensity, ranging from moderate discomfort to life-threatening responses. If things get too bad, a senior should always be encouraged to talk to a doctor. It can be caused by things like pollen, trees, dust, mold, and animal dander.
How To Provide Allergy Relief To Seniors?
Firstly, seniors should follow all doctors’ orders. A senior should have many professionals helping take care of them to help them stay independent for longer. However, caregivers can still help a senior when it comes to allergy relief and relieving asthma symptoms.
Understanding and Learning the Triggers
A caregiver will become aware of the triggers of your loved one’s allergies or asthma. Recognizing the source of their emotion will aid them in the future. Additionally, the information will assist a physician in determining the appropriate diagnosis and therapy.
Avoiding Irritants Indoors and Outdoors
Certain irritants might become more irritating during certain times of the day like grass or pollen might be more potent in the morning. Understanding when the best time to stay indoors will help your senior stay comfortable during the day. You can start scheduling activities around these times.
Keeping the Home Clean and Free of Triggers
During peak times, the doors and windows of a senior’s home should be shut, and personal care at home can remind a senior of these times. If a senior has been outside, they need to change out of clothes that may have irritants on them. This will help avoid bringing anything triggering into the house.
Taking Medication When Needed
Personal care at home cannot handle or distribute any medications. However, they can help a senior remember to take everyday medications or inhalers as needed. If there is an emergency, a caregiver will be able to help ensure a senior stays safe by calling the correct people.