grass pollen
Meadow's airborne irritant
Grass pollen consists of the microscopic reproductive grains released by grasses, a major cause of seasonal allergies.
When grass pollinates in late spring and summer, the airborne particles trigger hay fever symptoms in sensitive individuals: The grass pollen count is high today.
Lawn mowing often stirs up concentrated amounts.
- hay feverAllergic rhinitis from pollen
- allergiesAdverse immune responses
- allergy seasonPeak pollen exposure period
- sneezeExplosive nasal reflex
- sneezing fitUncontrollable nasal spasm series
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grass pollentree pollen
Reproductive dust from woody plants
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Microscopic skin-eating arachnids
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