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2014 Medical Directory 5

Being cooped up is no good

As the winter months dents contain allergen proteins fering from allergy or asthma

drag on, cabin fever known to elicit allergic reactions symptoms to see his or her doctor.

sets in for many peo- and asthma attacks," said Dr. Jorge A medical professional will be able
ple. However, being Parada, medical advisor for the to test for a cockroach allergy, as

cooped up inside is NPMA. "During the winter months, well as other common allergens,"

even harder for people suffering cockroaches and rodents seek shel- Parada advised. "Although there is
from asthma and allergies because ter from the elements inside no cure for asthma, asthma can be

more time indoors means greater homes, thereby increasing allergic controlled through medical treat-

exposure to indoor allergens.
reactions among those people who ment and management of environ-
Although mold, pet dander and suffer from allergies and asthma."
mental triggers. A doctor may

dust mites are often blamed for According to the Asthma and Al- recommend the use of antihista-

sneezing and itchy eyes this time of lergy Foundation of America mines and decongestant medica-
year, the National Pest Manage- (AAFA), cockroach allergens are tions to manage symptoms, and

ment Association (NPMA) warns present in 63 percent of American may also prescribe an anti-inflam-

that winter pests such as cock- homes, and mouse allergens in 82 matory medication and bron-
roaches and rodents can also be percent. Moreover, the number of chodilators."

common asthma and allergy trig- homes containing cockroach aller- For more information about

gers.
gens increases to as many as 78 to health risks of pests and to find a
"The saliva, urine and fecal drop- 98 percent in urban areas.
pest professional in your neighbor-

pings from cockroaches and ro-
"It's important for a person suf-
hood, visit www.pestworld.org.

The NPMA recommends the following tips to help keep

allergy-causing pests out:

I Seal cracks and holes around the outside of the
home, including utility pipes.

I Properly ventilate basements and crawl spaces to pre-
vent moisture buildup.

I Keep counters free of crumbs, and vacuum floors
often to reduce the accumulation of allergens.
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