Do Christmas trees make you sneeze?

PositionAllergies - Brief Article

If your nose is as red as Rudolph's this festive season, your Christmas tree may be the culprit. This enduring symbol of the holidays has been known to trigger allergy symptoms, but it's not necessarily evergreen pollen that is to blame. Evergreen pollens, with their thick, waxy outer coating, are not considered significant allergens and are unlikely to cause a reaction, according to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI). However, real and artificial Christmas trees can be a source of other allergens. Artificial trees are a potential source of mold and dust caused by improper storage. Real trees may act as a source for mold or other pollens such as ragweed. Natural tree resins can be a potential source for airborne irritants. In rare cases, sap can...

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