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What is Grass Allergy?

Alternative names

Timeline

Determine the following information: Patient's age, weight, and condition Type of symptoms the person is having If the grass was recently treated with a chemical of any sort such as fertilizer, insecticide, or herbicide, find out the product name and ingredients.

Timeline

Determine the following information:

Patient's age, weight, and condition
Type of symptoms the person is having

If the grass was recently treated with a chemical of any sort such as fertilizer, insecticide, or herbicide, find out the product name and ingredients.

Symptoms & Signs

Breathing difficulty
Headache
Itchy, watery eyes
Runny nose
Sneezing
Stuffy nose

Prognosis

Normally there are no major problems unless the patient has asthma or a severe allergic reaction to the grass. Recovery usually occurs.

Ingredient

Although the grass itself may not be harmful, fertilizers, insecticides, and herbicides applied to the grass can be poisonous.

Control

This call is usually unnecessary unless the person is having a severe allergic reaction to the grass or is experiencing breathing difficulties. If the grass has recently been fertilized, sprayed with an insecticide or herbicide, or treated with a chemical in any way, contact Poison Control.

The National Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) can be called from anywhere in the United States. This national hotline number will let you talk to experts in poisoning. They will give you further instructions.

This is a free and confidential service. All local poison control centers in the United States use this national number. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Care

See the article on hay fever for self-treatment steps.

If you have difficulty breathing, contact your doctor for further information. If breathing becomes extremely difficult, seek immediate medical help.

During Treatment

An emergency room visit is usually not necessary, unless the person has an asthma attack or severe allergic reaction.

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- Posted On January 26, 2010 07:35:59 AM
  ... fresh, raw, frozen fruits, vegetables, grass fed/free range lean meats, raw nuts and seeds, lots of water. Since I've been trying to do Paleo eating, I have found a great improvement in m... Read More
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Trying to Reason with the Allergy Sneezin (Season)
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  Ok give it to me off the top of your head... mine...I need to start the dishwasher and my husband is rubbing my feet and it feels really good lol!! Read More
- Posted On July 10, 2008 07:43:25 PM
  Cra... Crud! I left clothes in the dryer! They'll be all wrinkled by now! Read More
LOLCats
- Posted On May 14, 2008 03:23:49 PM
  submit your lol cats. Read More
- Posted On May 14, 2008 03:25:23 PM
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The last post is the winner...
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  Hi everyone, I'm new compared to alot of people and I've been involved in a few serious topics recently, I just thought I'd say that the last person to post here is the winner... talk about anythin... Read More
- Posted On December 4, 2007 09:52:04 AM
  What do we win? Read More
what is your favourite scent??
- Posted On March 26, 2008 05:56:44 AM
  ...it Leather is nice too Freshly cut grass even though it aggravates my allergies Read More
- Posted On March 26, 2008 08:11:53 AM
  ...o like: Grapefruit peaches fresh cut grass clean linen Read More
Cleaning out sinuses? neti pots?
- Posted On May 15, 2009 04:17:00 PM
  ...gies that are aggravated by everything (grasses, weeds, pollen, dust mites, cats, hay). My nose knows when the seasons are changing, even though I live by the beach. My allergy solution is Flon... Read More
- Posted On May 15, 2009 04:33:36 PM
  ...gies that are aggravated by everything (grasses, weeds, pollen, dust mites, cats, hay). My nose knows when the seasons are changing, even though I live by the beach. My allergy solution is Flon... Read More
nose clogging up while running?
- Posted On February 7, 2009 02:16:38 PM
  ...amp; stuffiness from different kinds of grasses & lawn mowing. Fall, well, mold from decaying leaves and lots of ragweed in the air. Winter is actually my best time of year to be outdoors,... Read More
- Posted On February 10, 2009 06:34:49 AM
  ...s allergies. Typical upper respiratory allergy symptoms usually include 'runny nose' rather than congested as well as sneezing and itchy, watery eyes. I certainly wouldn't recommend an antihis... Read More
son woke up with bumps on his forehead
- Posted On July 31, 2008 08:08:15 AM
  allergys? i dont know maybe you should consult your doctor Read More
- Posted On August 7, 2008 08:14:16 PM
  ...gy to something? Was he playing in the grass, or maybe he ate something that set him off? Read More
I'm here!! :-)
...pe it doesn't get worse after I cut the grass in the morning! I'm rambling and I've got things to do. Have a great Friday everyone! Hugs to all, Susan
- Posted On September 28, 2007 05:23:20 AM
  That is great about your test results!! The soup sounds yummy. Renee Read More
- Posted On September 28, 2007 10:22:50 AM
  Congrats on your soup choice!!! WTG!! Read More
dolores
I moved us up here I am going to make dinner in a few
- Posted On August 21, 2007 11:31:29 AM
  ... I wear them. It's amazing how fast the allergy developed once I quit wearing it everyday. I was tested for Latex and it isn't that. Go figure. Read More
- Posted On August 21, 2007 03:21:46 PM
  ...e can get so bad you become allergic to grass, phones, carpet ect. It is the fertilizer they use to grow latex folks are allergic to. Not the latex plant itself. People with latex allergies are ... Read More
Spring is nearly here!!!
Now that the robins are out and about and the snow is melting (for the moment) on my front lawn and the temps are climbing (again, for the moment), it gets me to wondering - What is your favori...
- Posted On February 12, 2009 01:47:50 PM
  Green grass and being able to open my windows for fresh air and walking my dog in weather that is both dry and warm. Until summer, when we literally bake in 100+ temps. Read More
- Posted On February 13, 2009 09:31:52 AM
  ...; That said, I am always happy when our grass gets greener and our plants perk up. And, my pups love being outside when it gets warmer so we get to play a lot! Read More
Exercise induced asthma remedies??
Hi There~ I have always been a jogger/runner since my late teens. After singing in bars (with cigarette) smoke I started getting shortness of breath and wheezing after a run. I was on singulair f...
- Posted On May 7, 2008 06:28:58 AM
  ...omewhat related, maybe you could get an allergy test. Read More
- Posted On May 7, 2008 11:28:55 AM
  ...ral" remedy. Sorry. (I would proably be allergic to it anyway! :-) ) Ginger Read More
I am soooo awesome!!!
I helped mow the grass today and burned 653 calories and rode my exercise bike for 160 calories. I rock!!!!!
- Posted On June 29, 2008 04:48:41 AM
  ...I can't mow the lawn because I have bad allergies:( I get sick:( Keep up the awesome work! Read More
- Posted On June 28, 2008 11:26:22 PM
  lucky thing......you got an exercize bike!!! Read More
LAST NITES EATING SPLURGE
...got a head cold. its either that or the allergies are kickin my ars! moose, any idea what the pollen count is up here the past few days? i'm not sure if i want it to be a cold or not...only ca...
- Posted On August 1, 2007 03:01:47 PM
  could be allergies or pollen. put in your zipcode and it'll tell you how bad it is. http://www.thebostonchannel.com/pollen/index.html Read More
- Posted On August 1, 2007 03:17:47 PM
  ...inant (had to copy that word) pollen is grass. level is high-medium. 7.8 Read More
Anyone else ready for the first spring mow?
- Posted On March 16, 2009 03:18:20 PM
  ...day... and I just realized how tall the grass has gotten in the last 3 days! It shot up super fast! Looks like I'm going to have to take the John Deere for a spin this week. I love mowing at ... Read More
- Posted On March 16, 2009 03:48:17 PM
  All I have is a pot of cat grass on the windowsill I LOVE the smell of fresh cut grass though, I miss the country... Read More
need advice..
I cam home from work, and let in the dog (see photo) when she came inside i noticed on her muzzle, around her nose on the snout and on her chops, they are all red and raw looking, she is gold in co...
- Posted On November 6, 2008 07:43:24 AM
  When my dog has allergies, he rubs his snout on the ground and makes his nose and "lips" raw looking. Maybe he was rubbing his face on the ground. It usually heals on its own. Read More
- Posted On November 6, 2008 11:27:17 AM
  ...nt be digging as we only have a yard no grass or mud. but it doesnt look as bad today. ta Read More
life is too short to eat (fill in the blank)
- Posted On January 22, 2009 09:41:00 AM
  ... would be palatable would be illness or allergy. Period. Take a queue from Barbara Walters... She is out all the time as you well know. She will dip her fork in the corner and take a smidge and ... Read More
- Posted On January 22, 2009 11:08:40 AM
  ...or form in my next competition; its not allergies or illness, it a personal decision and goal, eating some (okay, right now MOST) things that would be acceptable are completely out of the questi... Read More

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Grass Allergy

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