Pollen allergies affect many people in Laimjala, Estonia. Symptoms include sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, and congestion. These symptoms occur when pollen counts are high.
Trees produce pollen in early spring, usually from March to May. Birch, oak, and hazel trees are common allergenic trees in Laimjala. Their pollen counts peak in April.
Grasses and weeds produce pollen in late spring and summer, from May to July. Timothy grass and nettle are common allergenic plants in Laimjala. Their pollen counts peak in June.
Pollen counts vary from day to day, depending on weather conditions. Windy, sunny days tend to have higher pollen counts than calm, rainy days.
When pollen counts are high, we suggest doing these things to help with allergies, especially on windy days when pollen is flying around.