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Allergies more severe this year, untreated turns them into chronic diseases
2026-05-01 09:33:13 / AKTUALITET
At the height of spring, along with the blooming of flowers and rising temperatures, for a category of people, allergy season also returns.
Frequent sneezing, watery eyes, dry and frequent cough, scratchy throat, and other symptoms like these make the daily life of people affected by seasonal allergies even more difficult.
Allergist at the Mother Teresa University Hospital Center, Prof. Mehmet Hoxha, tells ATSH that the pollen season started earlier than other years, in the second week of March, and reached its peak during April.
"Unlike previous years, this year the symptoms have not been limited to the upper respiratory tract, but have also affected the lower ones, causing more frequent cases of bronchial asthma," said Shehu.
According to the doctor, this year there are also more serious cases of hospitalizations, of patients who have presented with more severe asthmatic conditions.
"Unlike other years, when the hay fever subsided more quickly, this year patients have stayed in the hospital for several days to get through the crisis," says Hoxha.
The most common symptoms of seasonal allergies include frequent sneezing, watery eyes, nasal congestion, and a dry, irritating cough, which significantly affect quality of life.
According to Dr. Hoxha, patients also report more severe symptoms such as wheezing, chest tightness, and difficulty breathing, making daily activities and sleep difficult.
Prof. Hoxha emphasizes the importance of an accurate diagnosis, which is achieved through skin tests and molecular allergy analyses.
"Only after the specific cause of the allergy is identified can the most appropriate treatment be decided upon, including immunotherapy, which is considered a method that changes the course of the disease and in many cases is life-saving," he continued.
According to Dr. Hoxha, another concern remains self-medication.
“Many patients choose to take antihistamines without medical consultation, thinking they are solving the problem. However, this approach only temporarily relieves symptoms and does not address the cause of the disease. If not treated properly, seasonal allergies can turn into a chronic disease that requires lifelong medication,” said Hoxha.
Doctor Hoxha appeals for increased care during this season and early consultation with a specialist doctor, in order to prevent worsening of the condition and long-term complications./ATAH
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