After rain comes sunshine. But after a few days of high summer heat comes a pollen shock.
Around three million Swedes are estimated to have pollen allergies. And these could be particularly difficult days for people with pollen allergies who are primarily sensitive to birch pollen.
According to the Swedish Museum of Natural History, which continuously measures pollen levels in the air, birch pollen levels have been mild so far - there have been elevated readings, but at the lower end of the high range.
However, through Monday, the current forecast indicates a high risk of high levels throughout Götaland, across large parts of Svealand and along parts of the Norrland coast and some inland areas.
North of that area there is an increased risk of high birch pollen levels, while further north the risk is small.
In addition, there is an increased risk of high levels of alder and willow pollen in Götaland, large parts of Svealand, as well as the entire Norrland coast and large parts of the Norrland interior.
Pollen allergies cause symptoms such as red and itchy eyes, nasal congestion, sneezing and a runny nose. The symptoms begin when trees and plants start to bloom and release pollen into the air.
For many, over-the-counter antihistamines and nasal sprays containing corticosteroids help.
If that is not enough, you should seek medical attention.
Those with severe allergies can receive a vaccine, a type of immunotherapy given by injection or in tablet form. The treatment lasts for three to five years.
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